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
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
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
601 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely must do!
MiguelDomPla,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even if its not your fist time in Madrid, this tour combines a fantastic mix of food, drinks, history, and great fun! We had, again, Alfonso, and we were not disappointed to have him twice in the same day! He was absolutely great, mixing facts, stories, history and personal experiences and it made it SO MUCH BETTER! Thanks Devour, and thank you Alfonso! Miguel&Hanna
Good tour
ckfwong,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good guide. Patient. Good English. Use of headphones good idea. Interesting history. Amazing palace and art gallery.
A Perfect Way to Experience Madrid in One Day
William B,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was exactly what I needed. The Madrid in a Day: Royal Palace, Historic Center & Prado Museum experience gave me a full, immersive view of the city without ever feeling rushed. The pacing was on point. The Royal Palace was a highlight—absolutely stunning—and the kind of place where having the right guide makes all the difference. Ours broke everything down in a way that felt both historical and human, giving context you simply can’t get walking through on your own. The walk through Madrid’s historic center really connected the past to the present, and by the time we reached the Prado Museum, I was already impressed. The museum portion took it to another level. Seeing those pieces with the backstory and significance explained made the art hit you in a completely different way. The guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the city. You could feel it in every explanation. If you want a smart, well-rounded introduction to Madrid—its royalty, its streets, its art—this is the tour. I’d recommend it without hesitation.
The tour was fantastic!...
Ameet D,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was fantastic! We really enjoyed Anna’s detailed descriptions of the pieces at the Prado Museum and the detailed tour of the Palace. Would highly recommend her as a guide
Excellent
Christina M,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour very informational. The tour guide Ignacio was excellent. Very personable and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed this tour.
Maria was a great guide....
Manpreet S,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Maria was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and kind. The walk wasn’t bad at all. Great tour overall!
Maria was a great guide....
Tamesha C,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Maria was a great guide. Tour was just the right amount of time. Walking part of the city was a great addition.
A day in Madrid
darylsY9369GN,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AMAZING!! María was fantastic and so knowledgeable about the entire trip! Just a pleasure to spend the day with! The museum was just a jewel of Art and expression. The palace is unexplainable to anyone that has not visited and a must for seeing in Madrid
Madrid Tour
Vacation32380706061,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria was a great tour guide. She was very informative and took her time with explaining the things that we encountered. She also provided restaurant suggestions for the area.
Amazing tour!
danahZ3882UO,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing! Maria was phenomenal and so knowledgeable. We had the best time learning all about the museum, the art and the palace! Would highly recommend!
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