Practical information

Highlights

• Explore the Prado Museum with a timed entry ticket and an audioguide available in 13 languages
• Get the chance to view over 20,000 works of art ranging from the Renaissance-era paintings by Titian to 19th-century masterpieces by Francisco Goya
• Gain insights on famous pieces in the museum, from Las Meninas by Velázquez to Andromeda & the Dragon by Titian and more
• Fun Fact: Prado Museum houses one of Francisco Goya’s most recognizable and morbidly brilliant oil paintings — Saturn Devouring His Son .

Opening times

Opening information can change. Confirm the hours for your selected date before travelling.

Know before you go

• <ul><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Please arrive at your scheduled time to ensure entry</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Bring a valid photo ID for ticket verification</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Audio guides are distributed at the museum; select your language at pickup</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Food, drinks and photography are not permitted inside the museum</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Café closes 30 minutes before museum closing time</p></li></ul>

Visitor guidelines

• The Prado Museum in Madrid is celebrated as one of the most important art museums globally. Housed in a striking 18th-century neoclassical building, it displays an extensive collection of over 20,000 works, including paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures spanning from the Renaissance period through the 19th century.
• Browse the museum's expansive galleries to find masterpieces by legendary artists such as Francisco Goya, Diego Velázquez, Titian, El Greco, Hieronymus Bosch and Peter Paul Rubens. Famous highlights include Velázquez's Las Meninas, Goya's Maja series and Titian's Andromeda & the Dragon. You can also discover remarkable pieces like Raphael’s The Cardinal and Caravaggio’s David Victorious over Goliath.
• Your ticket includes access to an audio guide, offered in 13 languages, either as a physical device or a digital download at the museum. This guide allows you to explore at your own pace, learning about the artists, the context behind their works and the cultural significance of each gallery. Discover hidden details and gain deeper appreciation of the museum’s treasures.
• Thanks to your timed entry ticket, you can avoid long lines and start your visit without delay. After a brief security check, you’re free to explore all available public areas and spend as much time as you wish with the art. Move through three levels—basement, first floor and second floor—to experience the full range of the Prado's offerings.
• The museum is fully accessible and includes amenities such as a cloakroom and a café, which is open until 30 minutes before closing. Please be aware that photography is not allowed inside the exhibition spaces and food or drink must not be brought inside. Some sections may be closed at short notice for conservation or special events.
• Your visit to the Prado Museum offers a unique journey through Spain's artistic heritage. Whether you’re an expert or a first-time visitor, the combination of invaluable art, well-curated audio commentary and flexible timing creates an enriching and enjoyable day in Madrid.

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