Why choose this Madrid tour ?
This VIP Prado tour welcomes you into the silent galleries of the museum an hour before it opens to the public. With thousands of people visiting the Prado every day, the legendary Madrid museum can get incredibly crowded. But this exclusive access gives you a very special experience. Be struck by Las Meninas, The Garden of Earthly Delights, Goya’s Black Paintings, and other icons of Spanish and European art—all without the crowds. At every step of the way, you’ll be accompanied by an art history expert as your guide, who will share the stories and context behind each work so you can make the most of every minute throughout this priceless experience.
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What makes Madrid Prado VIP Exclusive Early Access Museum Tour a unique experience ?
Head straight into the Prado with your guide and small group an hour before the doors open to the public. With an art historian to share the hidden stories and context behind every masterpiece, you’ll have the knowledge and space you need to fully appreciate the Prado’s incredible collection without the usual crowds. Have the iconic Las Meninas all to yourself, marvel at every hidden detail of The Garden of Earthly Delights up close, and view Goya’s haunting Black Paintings alone in a silent gallery. All of this and so much more awaits you on this once-in-a-lifetime early access Prado tour. Your tour ends just as the first public guests are entering the museum for the day. Feel free to continue exploring the vast collection on your own, or head out into Madrid to see even more of the vibrant Spanish capital with one bucket-list experience already checked off your list.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is in English.
- We are able to accommodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
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Madrid Prado VIP Exclusive Early Access Museum Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local English-speaking guide
- Early access Prado Museum entry ticket
- Expertly guided museum tour
Not Included
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Walks – Italy, Spain & Greece.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 46 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
– Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
– We are able to accommodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
– Photography, drinks and food are not allowed inside the Prado Museum.
– Please note that guests may only carry small handbags inside Prado Museum. Larger backpacks, umbrellas and sharp items, etc. must be left at the cloakroom. It is the responsibility of the guest to return to the entrance to collect these after the tour part.
– Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
– Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
– Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.