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Museo del Prado & Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour

Tour guide explaining famous artworks to tourists at Prado Museum, Madrid during skip-the-line tour.
Visitors exploring art exhibits inside Prado Museum, Madrid, during a guided tour.
Visitors exploring the Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard with guided tour group.
Royal Palace of Madrid's grand staircase with ornate banisters and intricate ceiling details.

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Explore two of Madrid’s most popular tourist destinations, the Museo del Prado and the Royal Palace of Madrid, with an expert guiding the way.

    • Skip the ticket line and enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Prado Museum, with two languages to choose from.

    • Explore the world-renowned Prado Museum, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and other European legends, with expert insights from your guide.

    • Stroll through the sprawling rooms in the Royal Palace of Madrid, Europe’s largest functioning royal palace, while gaining key insights into its history.

    • Ask your guide about the Alcázar of Madrid, a Moorish fortress that burned down in 1734, where the Royal Palace of Madrid currently stands.

    • Skip-the-line entry to the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid
    • Guided tour of the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid
    • English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
    • Souvenirs
    • Food & drinks
    • Transport
    • Audio guide
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • Explore Madrid’s artistic and royal heritage on a guided tour with skip-the-line access to the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid.

    Getting started

    Arrive at the Oficina de Turismo de Naturanda at least 15 minutes before your tour begins. Your guide will greet you, check your booking, and provide a brief overview before leading your group to the Prado Museum for the first part of your experience.

    What to Expect

    This tour connects you with two of Madrid’s most significant landmarks—the world-renowned Prado Museum, home to centuries of European art, and the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of Spain’s monarchy. Along the way, your guide will share insights into the cultural significance of both attractions.

    Features

    • Prado Museum: Explore Spain’s national art museum, featuring masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco, and learn about their influence on European art.
    • Royal Palace of Madrid: Visit the largest functioning royal palace in Europe with 3,418 rooms, known for its grand halls, ceremonial rooms, and historical significance as the seat of Spanish royalty.
    • Expert local guide: Benefit from in-depth commentary, engaging stories, and answers to your questions throughout the tour, available in English or Spanish.
  • Prado Museum

    Monday10:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 07:30pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 07:30pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 07:30pm
    Thursday10:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 07:30pm
    Friday10:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 07:30pm
    Saturday10:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 07:30pm
    Sunday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm

    Royal Palace of Madrid

    Monday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 04:00pmlast entry 03:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Visitors under the age of 14 must always be accompanied by an adult. Anyone between the ages of 14 and 18 who wants to visit the museum without an adult must present their national ID.
    • Carry ample cash, especially if you want to dine or buy yourself souvenirs.

    What’s not allowed

    Prado Museum

    • Food & drinks are prohibited inside the museum. You’ll find several dining options at the museum to grab a bite.
    • Photography and videography are strictly prohibited inside the museum.
    • Pets are not allowed at the museum.

    Royal Palace of Madrid

    • Photography and videography are not allowed inside the palace. Your phones must remain on silent.
    • Food & drinks are not allowed inside the venue—pack accordingly!
    • Avoid carrying any large luggage like rucksacks, strollers, or suitcases, as there is no facility to store them.

    Accessibility

    Prado Museum

    • The Prado Museum is accessible to wheelchair users or individuals with reduced mobility.
    • The museum has accessible restrooms, elevators, ramps, and platforms.
    • The auditorium and counters are also equipped with hearing loops.
    • Guide dogs are welcome at the museum, subject to all the relevant documentation.
    • You’ll find municipal parking spaces for those with disabilities on the Ruiz de Alarcón and Moreto streets.
    • The museum also offers wheelchairs and baby seats on loan for free.

    Royal Palace of Madrid

    • The palace is accessible to both wheelchairs and prams with ramps at multiple points.
    • The restrooms are also designed to cater to those with reduced mobility.
    • Guide dogs are allowed at the palace, subject to producing relevant documentation.

    Additional information

    Prado Museum

    • Admission is free from Monday to Saturday between 6pm and 8pm and on Sundays and holidays from 5pm to 7pm.
    • Your ticket lets you skip the ‘ticket’ lines and not the security lines.
    • All entrances have a free service to deposit outerwear and personal items you can’t carry into the museum, albeit with limited capacity—plan accordingly.
    • You’ll find information points at all the museum’s entrances.
    • While food & drinks are not allowed, you can grab a bite at Cafe Prado or at the Ionic Gallery Tea Room.
    • Some sections of the museum may be subject to closures at the authorities’ discretion.

    Royal Palace of Madrid

    • The Royal Palace remains closed on May 20 and 21.
    • Your ticket lets you skip the ‘ticket’ lines and not the security lines.
    • To avoid any cancellation due to delays, you should ideally reach the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour is scheduled.
    • The operating hours may vary on special occasions, so make sure to check the schedule beforehand.

  • You will receive an email with your Priority Access Combo: Guided tour of Royal Palace + Guided tour of Museo del Prado voucher shortly. Please download and display your voucher along with a valid photo ID at both meeting points for both tours.

    Meeting Points

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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