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Madrid in a Day Tour:Royal Palace, Historic Center & Prado Museum

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the best of Madrid with this expertly guided walking tour featuring skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace, one of Europe’s most breathtaking royal residences, and to the Prado Art Musuem - the cultural jewel of Spain. If you wish, choose the Prado Early Access option when booking for a VIP experience in the Prado Museum where you'll enjoy a guided tour of the galleries one hour before they open to the public. As you make your way through the stunning galleries of the Prado Museum, through the charming historic center, and wrap up at the grandiose Royal Palace, you'll be accompanied by an insightful local guide who will decode the city's lesser-known stories and hidden secrets every step of the way. And with a small group of just 15 guests maximum, you'll enjoy a more relaxed and intimate experience with easy access to your guide so you can ask them all your burning questions.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This tour is in English.

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

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.

Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Local English-speaking guide

Skip-the-line tickets and guided tour of Prado Museum

VIP early access ticket to Prado Museum (if option selected)

Skip-the-line tickets and guided tour of Madrid Royal Palace

Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off

Gratuities

What To Expect

1

Museo Nacional del Prado

Your tour starts when you skip the line and enter the Prado art museum, home to one of the greatest collections of European art in the world. Breeze past the crowds and head straight inside to enjoy a full tour of the museum’s highlights. Along the way, you'll meet the masters who have defined Spanish art throughout the centuries, from the court painters of the Spanish Royal Family to legendary artists like Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, Bosch, Tintoretto and more. Your guide will tell you the stories behind the art and help you understand what makes each piece so celebrated—which just isn't possible to do on your own in a museum boasting over 1,000 pieces on display! If you wish, choose the Prado Early Access option for a VIP experience in the Prado Museum where you'll enjoy a guided tour of the galleries one hour before they open to the public.

2 hours • Admission Included
2

Plaza Mayor

Leaving the museum, you’ll walk the medieval streets of central Madrid, stopping at famous landmarks like the Plaza Mayor and the Puerta del Sol as your guide tells your story of how the city went from an outpost of a crumbling Moorish empire to the preeminent Catholic power in Europe. And while there's plenty of history to be found in these streets, today the area is one of the city's coolest neighborhoods. You'll also learn how to make the most of it during the rest of your stay as your guide shares tips on where to eat, shop, and relax.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Regular Small Group Tour

Madrid in a Day with VIP Prado

VIP Prado Museum Upgrade: Make your tour even more unforgettable with this exclusive pre-opening Prado Museum option.

Private Madrid in a Day Tour

Top Sites : See the best of Madrid on a private tour combining 3 essential sights: Royal Palace, Prado Museum, and the historic Center.

Reviews

4.78

556 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Horrible experience

    Maria U,

    Oct 21, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    We followed instructions as per Viator’s email. We clicked on the location which took us to maps. We followed the instructions and walked to the indicated location. We were there 30 minutes before our tour time (11:30) At 11:35 am we began to worry as we didn’t see any gathering of people. We sent an email via the email but didn’t receive a response. I then called Viator and explained our situation. They put me on hold and tried calling the tour company operator - no response. They said I should sit tight while they tried to reach out to them. We waiting for almost 1 hour no one ever called us. I called Viator once more and they suggested i request a refund. So I did. I just received an email from the tour company stating it was not their fault and they would not refund me any portion. This is horrible customer service. It wasn’t our fault. We were there early. Has anyone else experienced this? Not sure what else I can do.

  • A very good tour that...

    Paula C,

    Oct 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A very good tour that encompasses two of Madrid's most amazing sites. 100% recommend. Needed more time in the Prado museum, so prob need a separate visit for it.

  • Madrid Prado Museum

    Michael A,

    Oct 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It is tiring, a lot of walking, but very rewarding. Our guide Jaimie was so very knowledgable and helpful, could not ask for better. Highly reccomend this tour.

  • Well worth the $$ And...

    Rhonda P,

    Oct 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Well worth the $$ And time. Gonzolo was incredible!! So knowledgeable and entertaining as well. Made the trip so enjoyable!

  • Phenomenal guide!

    Margaret M,

    Oct 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Ernesto was fabulous! He was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, and kind. He gave just the right amount of rest time during this experience!

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4.78
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