About this tour
Cover Madrid's two heavyweight art collections in a single morning and afternoon. This 5.5-hour guided tour whisks groups of up to 8 through the Prado and Reina Sofia, bypassing ticket queues at each. You'll encounter centuries of European painting and sculpture—from Velázquez and Goya to Picasso's Guernica—with a knowledgeable guide steering you toward the works that matter most. A lunch break is built in. Entrance fees and professional guidance included.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry to both museums, no ticket queues
- Expert guide navigates Prado's Spanish masters collection
- Guernica and modern European art at Reina Sofia
- Groups capped at 8 people for real conversation
- Lunch break mid-tour to rest and refuel
- 5.5 hours total with entrance fees covered
What to expect
Your guide will meet you at a designated spot and lead the group straight past the ticket lines. At the Prado, expect a focused walkthrough of key galleries—Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch feature prominently. You'll then break for lunch (your choice where), regrouping afterwards for the Reina Sofia's 20th-century Spanish and European works. Guernica commands its own room; the guide will spend proper time there. Plan for steady walking between galleries and some standing in front of paintings. The pace is brisk but not rushed.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Both museums can restrict access without warning; check their websites beforehand. Temporary exhibitions aren't covered. You'll need your mobile number on file. The tour doesn't include hotel pickup, but metro and taxis are nearby. Not suitable if you have mobility issues or use a wheelchair.
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