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Prado Museum Without the Crowds-Exclusive Guided Pre Opening Tour

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Madrid, Spain

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Overview

Escape the crowds on this exclusive tour of the Prado before official opening hours. Enter the museum one hour before opening with just your group and an art historian guide. See Las Meninas, The Garden of Earthly Delights, Goya’s Black Paintings, and other icons of Spanish and European. Take time to enjoy not just the incredible art but the beautiful building itself in peace and quiet.

Images created by Walks in partnership with the Museo Nacional del Prado

What's Included

  • Early access Prado Museum entry ticket
  • Expertly guided museum tour
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Calle de Felipe IV
28014 Madrid, Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Calle de Ruiz de Alarcón
28014 Madrid, Spain

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What To Expect

Museo Nacional del Prado

Head straight into the Prado with your guide and small group an hour before the doors open to the public. With an art historian to share the hidden stories and context behind every masterpiece, you’ll have the knowledge and space you need to fully appreciate the Prado’s incredible collection without the usual crowds. Have the iconic Las Meninas all to yourself, marvel at every hidden detail of The Garden of Earthly Delights up close, and view Goya’s haunting Black Paintings alone in a silent gallery. All of this and so much more awaits you on this once-in-a-lifetime early access Prado tour. Your tour ends just as the first public guests are entering the museum for the day. Feel free to continue exploring the vast collection on your own, or head out into Madrid to see even more of the vibrant Spanish capital with one bucket-list experience already checked off your list.
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1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • This tour is in English.
  • We are able to accommodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Prado Museum Without the Crowds-Exclusive Guided Pre Opening Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Early access Prado Museum entry ticket
  • Expertly guided museum tour
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour is in English.
  • We are able to accommodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • 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. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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