The Prado is wonderful. Open, light and airy. It is easy to get around and the cafe is very welcome. Do yourself a favour and accept the offer of a private paid tour. The official guides are just inside the entrance. The hour tour will cost 50 Euros per group and it sets you up for your visit. The works... More

A great place to learn about Spanish artists. We like art museums and visited twice. The first time was for almost six ours and we used the audio guides. They were a little dry in their descriptions, but very informative. The next day we were part of a tour and learned a lot more.

A must visit when in Madrid and not too big like the Louvre in Paris. However photography is not allowed.

There will be a line before 6pm. We sat across the street and had paella and watched the waiters stand in the hot sun while we drank beer. At 6:15 we strolled into the front door with no wait at all. We did this two days in a row in spring- I don't know if it will work during the... More

A chance to see several paintings you studied in college. Don't be discouraged, you can do it in 2-3 hours if you stay focused and don't read everything. Take time with what appeals to you most and stroll slowly past the others. Unless you have 2 full days, that's the only way to do it. Be sure to check out... More

Went mainly to see Goya's works. Prado has more the ambience of a lube shop than a gallery. Not worth the 14? pp. Lots of art, and throngs of people jockeying for position. We found the Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida a much better experience.

The Prado houses the greatest painters in grand style. No art or culture lover should miss this on their visit to Madrid. It would take you days to see everything, so best choose well to avoid fatigue. The famous Goya section is impressive and depressing.

I got a year's subscription for 36 euros which allowed me to jump the considerable queues here and at the Reina Sofia and gave me free entry to both of these and other museums. Audio guide excellent. Different rooms not well signposted so I found myself wandering round looking for Goyas. I found the writing about various pictures difficult to... More

The Prado museum is a must-see place even for non-art experts. A huge selection of special pictures from many decades. We planned this attractions for a rainy day in our trip to Madrid. Spend there at least 3-4 hours, preferably longer.,