Royal Palace and Prado Museum Tour With Tapas Upgrade
A palace fit for a king, a museum inspired by a queen
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$74 per adult
€70 per adult
£59 per adult
C$103 per adult
A$114 per adult
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Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
Highlights
- Explore the largest palace in Europe with a guide to share its rich history.
- See the best of the 3,418 rooms, including the banquet hall, queen’s apartments, and throne room.
- Visit the royal chapel, elaborately decked with frescoes, gold leaf, and statues.
- Discover the very best works among the thousands of paintings in the Prado Museum.
- Learn from your guide how leading Spanish artists influenced European art history.
- Upgrade to enjoy a traditional tapas lunch in a local restaurant.
What you'll do
Explore the richness of Spanish culture on our Madrid Royal Palace and Prado Museum tour.
Start in the palace courtyard, the Plaza de la Armería, flanked by the sprawling palace and the royal cathedral, where you’ll hear about the ...
Explore the richness of Spanish culture on our Madrid Royal Palace and Prado Museum tour.
Start in the palace courtyard, the Plaza de la Armería, flanked by the sprawling palace and the royal cathedral, where you’ll hear about the history of the palace.
With your tour guide leading the way, you’ll get to know this sprawling palace, the largest in Europe, boasting 3,418 rooms. Hear stories about the royal family as you look inside the king’s and queen’s apartments and imagine the dances that used to be held in the large banquet hall.
You’ll also admire the Italian art and artifacts that adorn the throne room, and we’ll visit the royal chapel, officially called the Capilla de Nuestra Señora de la Almudena.
You’ll get a long lunch break between the palace and Prado Museum, so you have plenty of time to explore on your own or grab a bite to eat. Be sure to ask your tour guide for recommendations! With our optional upgrade, you can use part of this time to dine like a local on your own with a traditional tapas lunch. You’ll be able to enjoy three small plates, in true tapas style, and a drink is included.
Finish the day immersed in works by the greatest Spanish, Flemish, and Italian artists at the Prado. Your guide will help you navigate the thousands of paintings in the museum’s collection and talk about the influence artists like Francisco Goya and El Greco have had on European art history. Stay in the museum as long as you like after the guided tour ends to continue exploring on your own.
Itinerary
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Palace courtyard
Called the Plaza de la Armería, a pedestrian-friendly space flanked by the sprawling palace and the royal cathedral
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The king’s and queen’s apartments
Where you’ll learn the secret stories of the royal family while looking at their rich objects
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Banquet Hall
One of the biggest rooms of the palace, where lavish dances used to be celebrated
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Throne Room
Full of Italian art and artifacts
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Royal Chapel
Featuring a majestic dome and an organ unique for its acoustic quality
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Optional tapas lunch
A break between attractions or the chance to experience a traditional tapas lunch on your own with our exclusive upgrade
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Prado Museum entry hall
For an introduction to the famous collection and the museum’s history
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Art exhibits
Flemish, Italian, and Spanish work by artists such as Raphael, Rembrandt, Bosch, Goya, and El Greco.
Plan your trip
Tour ending point
This tour ends inside the Prado Museum where you can stay longer after your tour.
Lunch
For €17, upgrade to enjoy tapas in a popular local restaurant, including three small plates and a drink.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside El Anciano Rey de los Vinos, a tapas bar in Calle de Bailén 19. Your guide will be holding an orange sign that says “ExperienceFirst.”
For easier navigation, paste these coordinates directly into a wayfinding tool like Google Maps:
40.41539689067286, -3.713344853540844.
For the second portion of your tour in the afternoon, meet your guide at 3:15 p.m. at the Monument Eugenio d’Ors Rovira in Paseo del Prado 11.
For easier navigation, here are the coordinates:
royal palace meeting point
museo del prado meeting point
FAQs
How much walking is there?
This tour covers 2 miles at a leisurely pace. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.
What does the optional tapas lunch menu include?
The menu features a drink and three small plates (tapas) of a Spanish tortilla on a skewer, a mix of croquettes with ham, oxtail, and mushrooms, and grilled artichoke.
Can you accommodate special diets for the tapas lunch?
Yes, we can accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets.
Is this tour accessible?
Yes, this tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers.
What is the cancellation policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren’t eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
When should I get there?
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.