PRADO MUSEUM AND UNESCO SITE ¨LANDSCAPE OF LIGHT¨

Madrid
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Tour Description

  • Duration:4 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:1 - 20 guests
The Prado Museum is one of the world's finest art galleries, housing the best of Spanish and European art. This guided tour highlights the museum's most famous pieces while also uncovering hidden gems. Marvel at Velázquez's Las Meninas, one of the most captivating paintings in art history, learn about Goya, a pioneer of modern art, and experience the incredible fantasy of Hieronymus Bosch. You'll learn about the artists, their inspirations, and the historical context of their works. After the museum, enjoy the Landscape of Light, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that blends art, nature, and history in the heart of the Spanish capital. This guided tour will take you to the Royal Botanical Garden, Retiro Park, the fountains along the Paseo del Prado, and the Puerta de Alcalá.

Tour Highlights

  • Guided exploration of the Prado's most famous works, including those by Velázquez, Goya, Bosch, Rubens, and El Greco.
  • Retiro Park: a green oasis, once a royal retreat, with iconic landmarks such as the Crystal Palace, the Monument to Alfonso XII, and enchanting gardens.
  • Paseo del Prado: one of Europe's most historic boulevards, with impressive architecture, fountains, and world-renowned museums.
  • The impressive Cibeles, Neptune, and Apollo fountains, symbols of Madrid's artistic and cultural heritage.
  • Puerta de Alcalá: a Neoclassical jewel next to the elegant Salamanca district.

Includes

  • Private local guide
  • Museum entrance fees

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