Prado Museum: Entry Ticket
Marvel at timeless masterpieces in Madrid's world-famous art powerhouse
- Prado Museum: Entry Tickets
- Dedicated entrance to the permanent collection via Jerónimos entrance
Prado Museum Tickets and Information
- Prado Museum Address: Calle de Ruiz de Alarcón, 23, 28014, Madrid
- Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday: 10:00 - 20:00. Sunday: 10:00 - 19:00
Is the Prado Museum in Madrid worth visiting
- As one of the three museums that form the ‘Golden Triangle of Art’ in Madrid, we definitely think so, yes.
- It’s one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city.
What do you see when visiting the Prado Museum in Madrid
- Works by world-famous artists
About the Prado Museum Madrid
The Prado Museum is world famous and stands tall in status alongside the Louvre, the Vatican Museums and the Met in New York.
The museum has a collection of over 7000 pieces and is renowned for its of European art collection.
The Prado museum was founded in 1819 as the ‘Royal Museum of Painting and Sculpture’ by King Ferdinand VII of Spain. It was initially intended to showcase the Spanish royal collections but over the years it expanded its collection through acquisitions, donations, and transfers from other Spanish royal residences.
The museum is situated on the ‘Paseo del Prado’, in the heart of Madrid's cultural district, which is also known as the "Golden Triangle of Art." as it shares this area with two other major art museums, the ‘Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum’ and the ‘Reina Sofía Museum’, each attracting visitors from all over the world.
The museum's collection spans from the 12th to the early 20th century, with an emphasis on European art and it contains works by renowned artists such:
- Diego Velázquez
- Francisco Goya
- El Greco
- Peter Paul Rubens
- Hieronymus Bosch
- Titian
- Rubens
- Bruegal
- Van Dyck, amongst many others.
The collection is particularly strong in works from the Spanish Golden Age, including masterpieces like Velázquez's "Las Meninas" and Goya's "The Third of May 1808."
The museum occupies several interconnected buildings, including the Villanueva Building, which was designed by architect Juan de Villanueva in the neoclassical style. Over the years, it has undergone expansions and renovations to accommodate its growing collection and visitors.
The Prado Museum is a must for any art lovers.
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Prado Museum FAQs
- Do I need to book tickets in advance for the Prado Museum in Madrid?
- We always suggest booking in advance to avoid disappointment. The Prado Museum is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Madrid and one of the finest museums in the world, so it gets extremely busy. If you know the dates you are visiting, we would recommend booking tickets.
- What is the ‘Golden Triangle of Art’ in Madrid?
- The Golden Triangle of Art in Madrid is three museums in close proximity to each other and included The Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Museo Reina Sofia Museum.
- How long does it take to visit the Prado Museum?
- We always say the same for this question - it’s entirely up to you as the visitor. Spend a little or as long as you like. We think you should spend at least 1-hour there but that won’t give you much time to appreciate the art. The longer you have the better and more enjoyable your visit may be, especially if you find pieces of art you like and wish to spend time at.
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Tips for visitors
- Book tickets in advance: The Prado Museum is one of Madrid's most popular tourist attractions, so it does get incredibly busy. On this basis, we strongly suggest booking tickets online in advance as it can save you a lot of time at the ticket office.
- Best time to visit: Early morning or later in the afternoon it can be quieter.
How to get there
- Prado Museum, Calle de Ruiz de Alarcón, 23, 28014, Madrid
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 19:00
