Madrid in a Day Tour:Royal Palace, Historic Center & Prado Museum
Overview
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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
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.
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.
Options
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.
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.
Regular Small Group Tour
Reviews
590 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour of Madrid. Highly Recommended
Andrew B,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An all around excellent experience. Ernesto (Ernie) is a fantastic tour guide. A+. Very knowledgeable and the information he gave during the Prado tour helped me understand the paintings and the evolution of painting over time. The Royal Palace tour was terrific as well. A great way to spend the day in Madrid.
Although it rained during...
Christopher R,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Although it rained during our tour, Ernesto was a fantastic guide and was so informative. His knowledge of the history of his country and of Madrid was remarkable.
The Best of Madrid In A Day
markaP7296AK,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was very informative and engaging. The several opportunities he made to communicate with our 6 year old was indicative of his depth of engagement. His knowledge of the subject matter was quite apparent and skillfully demonstrated.
Madrid Highlights on Foot
Kirby B,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of walking but done at a manageable pace. The 1 1/2 hour Prado highlights tour was eye opening with our guide Carlos' knowledge and explanations. The Royal Palace is stunningly opulent and the walk between the 2 locations through Old Madrid especially Plaza Mayor is a nice tour in itself.
David was amazing we’d...
Anthony L,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00David was amazing we’d pick him again for the same and another tour such a great experience and great person
Not Skip the Line
P5602BUshawnl,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tickets were NOT skip the line, don’t think that’s even a thing. But otherwise, Daniel, the tour guide, was wonderful!!
Carlos was amazing...
Thomas O,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Carlos was amazing informative and helpful in all aspects. Made the tour that much better. All around would recommend to anyone.
Madrid in a day is a perfect starter tour for Madrid
lindsaybW5524WU,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Isabella was an excellent guide. She was mindful of all of needs and was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed it tremendously.
It was a nice small group...
Judy K,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a nice small group and Anna, our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She knows so much about art and brought every painting to life. She pointed out tid bits along the way to the Palace, and the palace was beautiful too.
Excellent Tour!
helen m,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Isabel our tour guide was exceptionally friendly, helpful, & knowledgeable. She offered & pushed me in wheelchairs thru La Prada & the Palace. I highly recommend this tour.
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