easy
8 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels; involves moderate walking and standing
Discover Madrid’s top art museums on a small-group, English-speaking guided tour. Dive into masterpieces like Velázquez's "Las Meninas" and Picasso’s "Guernica" with expert commentary for a truly enriching cultural experience.
Guided tour Museo del Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza • 8 hours
Embark on an enriching semi-private art tour, exploring Madrid's iconic museums with a small group. Discover Velázquez's "Las Meninas" at the Prado, Picasso's "Guernica" at Reina Sofía, and the diverse collection at Thyssen-Bornemisza. Enjoy expert guidance and the convenience of a single language, making this a memorable cultural experience.
• Discover Velázquez's Las Meninas at the Prado Museum. • Admire Picasso's masterpiece, Guernica, located at the Reina Sofía Museum. • Get to know the Portrait of Giovanna degli Albizzi Tornabuoni at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.
Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:00 h. in ENGLISH Duration 8 hours
The first stop is the Prado Museum, considered the most important nationally, where your guide will show you the most outstanding paintings by Velázquez, Goya, Bosch, Rubens... Leaving the museum, we will continue on our way, walking through the so-called Landscape of Light, the surroundings of Paseo del Prado and El Retiro Park, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2021. We arrive at the Reina Sofía Museum, where the guide will focus on one of the masterpieces of the 20th century: Guernica, which deserves a comprehensive and detailed explanation to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of its author, and one of the best artists. 20th century: the artist Pablo Picasso. Finally, and after lunch, we will go to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, whose collection consists of nearly a thousand works ranging from the 13th century to the 20th century, and where you can see different pictorial styles: from primitive European painters to avant-garde, going through impressionists and surrealists. If you want, you can add optional lunch, so you don't have to worry about where to eat.
Small group sizes mean limited availability—reserve your tour well in advance.
You'll be walking and standing for several hours while exploring museum galleries.
Though breaks include museum cafes, having your own snacks helps keep energy up during the long day.
Tours start promptly to cover all three museums thoroughly within the day.
Madrid's iconic museums are housed in historic buildings reflecting centuries of Spanish culture and political history.
The museums actively promote sustainable visitor policies to preserve art and reduce environmental impacts.
Essential for hours of standing and walking during museum visits.
Useful for carrying water, snacks, and personal items during the day.
Helps keep your devices powered for photos and note-taking.
Madrid spring weather varies; layers keep you comfortable indoors and outside.
spring specific