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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

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

4.81

487 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Our guide José was great,...

    Landon T,

    Sep 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our guide José was great, and the locations were amazing. Be sure not to wonder off on your own though when passing through security spots in the attractions.

  • Great first day intro to Madrid

    David K,

    Sep 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very good tour. Especially nice to enter the Prado an hour before the public opening. Felt like we had it to ourselves. David was very knowledgeable and clearly explained the art, history, and details regarding the royal family. Truly enjoyable.

  • Need better meetup instructions

    Garlinn S,

    Sep 15, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Unclear description of location for initial meetup so neither taxi driver knew where to drop us off. We missed entire experience because of this. We arrived 15 minutes early to location where driver thought we should be.

  • Alfonso was an...

    Anita V,

    Sep 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Alfonso was an exceptional guide. His enthusiasm and knowledge regarding the art at the Prado museum made the experience more than worthwhile. I don’t know a lot about art, but appreciate the history and the talent surrounding it and Alfonso made the art come to life. I also enjoyed the walk between the Prado and the palace where Alfonso took time to talk to us about the history of many of the buildings we were passing as well as of the city in general. Definitely recommend; highly enjoyable.

  • Must do!

    Edita A,

    Sep 8, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very informative and pleasant. The guide was friendly and ready to answer any the question. Recommend this tour!!

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