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Kick off your Madrid adventure with delicious churros and rich hot chocolate before diving into the artistic treasures of the Prado Museum.
This small-group tour, limited to 7 guests, guarantees an intimate experience as an expert guide unveils the stories behind masterpieces by Velazquez, Goya, Bosch, Rubens, and El Greco.
Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Paseo del Prado before stepping into Spain’s premier art gallery for 90 minutes of insightful exploration.
Engage with your guide, ask questions, and deepen your appreciation of Europe’s artistic evolution.
- Indulge in churros and hot chocolate at a local favorite spot
- Guided tour highlights works by iconic artists in the Prado Museum
- Small group size ensures personalized attention and interaction
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide inside the restaurant.
The guided tour finishes inside the Prado museum.
Itinerary
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1Calle de las Huertas
Begin with one of Madrid’s most beloved rituals: churros dipped into thick hot chocolate at a popular spot near the Prado Museum. Your guide explains this local ritual and shares the story behind the tradition: why the chocolate is so dense, how churros are meant to be eaten, and what this custom reveals about Madrid’s everyday culture.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Paseo del Prado
Take a short guided walk along the Paseo del Prado before stepping into the Prado Museum. The Prado is Spain’s artistic jewel and one of the most prestigious galleries in the world.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Museo Nacional del Prado
Your expert guide leads you through the museum’s most celebrated works, offering insights into the artists’ lives, their techniques, and the historical context that shaped their creations. You'll begin with Bosch’s Garden of Earthly Delights. Discover why this Northern Renaissance masterpiece found its home in Spain. Explore the emotional works of Francisco Goya. Stand before his Black Paintings. Learn how Goya’s transformation reflects Spain’s own turbulent history. Immerse yourself into El Greco’s elongated figures. Your guide will explain how this Greek-born painter became one of the defining voices of Spanish Renaissance art. Observe the rich color and dramatic flair of Rubens, the Flemish master whose baroque compositions grace the museum’s grand galleries. Finally, conclude your tour with the famous Las Meninas by Diego Velázquez. Discuss its perspective, symbolism, and why generations of artists from Picasso to Dali considered it a masterpiece of visual storytelling.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour involves walking and stairs inside the museum.
- Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions, and we will do our best to accommodate.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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