Prado Museum skip-the-line semi private tour

Built in the late 1700s, the Prado began showcasing art in the early 1800s. Predominantly featuring paintings, it also has sculptures and prints among thousands of works dating from the 1200s. The most famous pieces include “Las Meninas” (The Maids of Honor), an inventive self-portrait by Spanish-born Velázquez, and “The Garden of Earthly Delights,” a triptych from Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch.

The Prado houses the largest collection of Italian masterpieces outside of Italy, featuring works like “The Annunciation” by Fra Angelico and “David and Goliath” by Caravaggio. With your expert guide, you’ll hear all about the stories and scandals behind artists including Goya, Rembrandt, El Greco, and others. By the end of your tour, you’ll have walked through centuries of history and taken part in a quintessential Madrilenian experience.

On this semi-private guided museum tour, you will discover a world-class collection of art that captivates travelers from all over the world. You can't visit the Spanish capital without passing through the Prado’s doors, and with the help of a guide, you won’t waste a moment wondering what you’re browsing.