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Private Prado Museum Afternoon Tour

PRADO MUSEUM MASTERPIECES

The Art as reflected by classic paintings

Highlights

The Art of Painting as reflected by Prado Museum Masterpieces

  • Experience the awe-inspiring Masterpieces of the Prado Museum with an expert licensed guide from Madrid Tourist Guides,
  • A unique private tour that brings each artwork to life with captivating insights.
  • Every painting tells a story. This private tour is designed for art lovers, curious travelers, and anyone eager to explore the art of painting in one of the world’s most prestigious museums—without wasting time searching for the highlights on their own.

 

Prado Museum Highlights. Delve into the history, composition techniques, iconography, artist’s life, and fascinating behind-the-scenes stories of (among others)

  • The Deposition by R. van der Weyden, Intense and dramatic Devotion in vivid detail.
  • The Garden of the Earthly Delight by H. Bosch, where a Temptation’s Paradise Leads to Damnation.
  • The Annunciation by F. Angelico, the spiritual, luminous, masterpiece of Fra Angelico.
  • Adam and Eve by A. Durer, Idealized Nudes, sensuality and sin, controversial symbol.
  • The Cardinal by Rafael, Definitive Renaissance Cardinal in Statuesque Realism.
  • Emperor Charles V at Mühlberg by Titian, majestic equestrian Triumph, full of Symbols.
  • The Adoration of the Shepherds by El Greco, mannerist devotional ecstasy in divine light.
  • David and Goliath by Caravaggio, Chiaroscuro triumph of humble justice with dramatic symbolism.
  • The Dream of Jacob by J. Ribera, wonderful inner revelation and ethereal suggestion.
  • Las Meninas by Velazquez, the art of illusion: a painter’s mastery in conjuring magic from pigment.
  • Immaculate Conception by B. Murillo, when celestial radiance embodies divine purity
  • The Three Graces by P.P. Rubens, baroque harmony about love and grace.
  • The 2nd. And 3rd. of May by Goya, when crude brutality birthed a revolution in art.
  • The Garden of the Fortuny Residence by M. Fortuny, vertical luminosity meets collaborative Impressionism.
  • Queen Isabella the Catholic dictating her Will by Rosales, a realist masterpiece of emotional depth
  • Any other masterpiece not mentioned above. The Prado Museum Masterpieces private tour is fully customized

 

🔹 Why Book This Tour?

  • Time-Saving & Expert-Led: Skip the guesswork and dive straight into the most exceptional masterpieces of the Prado Museum with an experienced licensed guide.
  • Engaging & Insightful: Learn about styles, techniques, composition, perspective, and pictorial harmony clearly, entertaining, and easy to understand.
  • Beyond the Basics: Gain insider knowledge about the artwork, uncovering hidden secrets and fascinating details that even experienced visitors might miss.

 

🔹 Who Is This Tour For?

  • Art Enthusiasts: Whether you’re an expert or a newcomer to the art of painting, this tour provides a fresh, engaging perspective.
  • Culture Lovers: If you enjoy learning about history, iconography, and the evolution of artistic techniques, this experience is for you.
  • Travelers Seeking Quality Experiences: Ideal for individual travelers who prefer a personalized, private tour with in-depth explanations tailored to their interests.

 

With Madrid Tourist Guides, you won’t just admire paintings—you’ll experience them.

Book your private tour today and let the Prado Museum Masterpieces captivate you !

Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Madrid Tourist Guides private prado museum tours
Pricing

All museum tours are priced by group, not per person ( 21 % VAT to be added )

Duration
Total Group Cost ( 21% VAT to be added )
2 Hours
€189
Duration
Total Group Cost ( 21% VAT to be added )
1.5 Hours
€ask a quote
Important Notes

  • Cost of museum admission is not included in the tour pricing as group sizes vary.
  • Skip the line by buying your ticket online at the Prado website. ( Collection General  Ticket ). Before you start purchase process, check conditions for children, students or pensioners.
  • Cancellation 7 days before the Tour: The price paid in advance will not be refunded.
  • Our designated meeting point is at the Statue of Goya, in front of the Museum’s ticket office. Get directions →

SPECIAL PROMOTION

Add a 1 hour tour of the Reina Sofia Museum, where Picasso's Guernica is on display, for only €100 (all taxes included). This offer is only valid in combination with private Prado Tour of above, and on the same day, except Tuesdays.

Why Madrid Tour Guides?

  • Our guides are Licensed Guides of Madrid, Art Historians, friendly, and fluent in English (and many other languages).
  • Your tour is private and personal so you can hear every word and ask as many questions as you like.
  • Each tour tells the fascinating stories behind some the most influential artists and rulers in human history.

  • Questions?

    Call +34 626-222-452 or send us an email.

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