• Prado National Museum - Enter the Prado with your guide and a small group an hour before it opens to the public. With an art historian to reveal the hidden stories and context behind each masterpiece, you’ll gain the insight and space needed to truly appreciate the Prado’s remarkable collection without the usual crowds. Enjoy having the iconic Las Meninas to yourself, admire every hidden detail of The Garden of Earthly Delights up close, and experience Goya’s haunting Black Paintings in a quiet gallery. All this and more awaits on this exclusive early access Prado tour. Your tour concludes just as the first public visitors enter the museum for the day. Feel free to continue exploring the extensive collection on your own, or venture out into Madrid to discover more of the vibrant Spanish capital, with one bucket-list experience already accomplished.
• Paseo del Prado - If you select the Reina Sofía option when booking, your tour and art journey through Madrid will continue. Stroll along the Paseo del Prado, Madrid’s most scenic boulevard and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as your guide shares tales of its cultural and historical importance. Admire the elegant architecture and lively atmosphere as you transition between Madrid’s iconic museums.
• Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia - If this option is chosen — It’s time to explore the Reina Sofía’s contemporary masterpieces. Skip the line and dive into Spain’s 20th-century art scene. Your guide will introduce you to the works of Picasso, Dalí, and Miró, with a special emphasis on the emotional and historical impact of “Guernica.” Discover how these artists transformed art and captured the spirit of their era. This seamless, small-group tour is crafted for art enthusiasts seeking a deeper connection with Madrid’s artistic heritage.

• Local English-speaking guide
• Skip the line ticket to Reina Sofia Museum (if option selected)
• Early access Prado Museum entry ticket
• Expertly guided museum tour

• Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
• Gratuities

With thousands of visitors flocking to the Prado daily, this renowned Madrid museum can become quite crowded. However, on this VIP Prado tour, the crowds will be the least of your worries, as it grants you access to the museum’s tranquil galleries an hour before the public. Be captivated by masterpieces such as Las Meninas, The Garden of Earthly Delights, Goya’s Black Paintings, and other iconic works of Spanish and European art—all without the usual throngs of people. Throughout the tour, an art history expert will guide you, providing insights and context for each piece, ensuring you make the most of this invaluable experience. If you opt for the Reina Sofía option when booking, your tour will extend with skip-the-line tickets and a guided exploration of Spain’s contemporary art treasures.

Images created by Walks in collaboration with the Museo Nacional del Prado.

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.