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Prado Museum
Best time to visit
Arrive at opening or late afternoon on weekdays to avoid the largest tour groups; weekends and midday are busiest. Cooler shoulder seasons like spring or autumn offer fewer tourists and pleasant walking weather.
Budget tips
Standard tickets are around €15 when bought online; the museum usually offers free admission during specific evening hours—check the official site for current times. Consider the Paseo del Arte combined ticket for Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen to save money, and buy timed-entry tickets to skip the line.
Recommended for
Art lovers, History buffs, Students, Cultural travelers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Datos rápidos: Visitors often find themselves mesmerized by the sheer depth of European art history showcased across vast galleries. The collection dazzles with masterpieces by Goya and Velázquez, offering a vivid glimpse into Spain's royal past and artistic evolution.
Destacados: The museum houses over 8,000 paintings, including one of the world's largest collections of Velázquez's works, where you can spot his unique play with light that almost makes the figures step out of the canvas. Every Thursday evening, the place turns quieter and the crowds thin, giving you a rare chance to admire Goya's haunting Black Paintings up close in a calm, almost reverent atmosphere.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes and plan a route using the museum map to avoid backtracking.
- Start in the Spanish painters' rooms to see Velázquez and Goya before galleries get crowded.
- No-flash photography for personal use is generally allowed, so keep your phone or camera ready but avoid tripods.
- Use the cloakroom for large bags and visit the quieter upper galleries for a calmer experience.
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