Ticket types and 2026 price orientation
Address: Paseo del Prado, s/n. Metro Banco de España / Atocha. Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sundays and holidays 10:00–19:00; closed 1 Jan, 1 May, 25 Dec; reduced hours 6 Jan, 24 and 31 Dec (10:00–14:00). Last entry 30 minutes before closing.
General entry and exhibitions
Standard tickets cover the Collection and temporary shows under the day’s rules. A timed pass is required — pick date and hour when you buy.
Free hours and concessions
The last two hours before closing are free for the Collection (desk tickets, capacity limited; temporary shows often 50% off). Separate groups (under 18, students 18–25, unemployed visitors, teachers, large families and others) enter free all day with current proof at the desk.
| Type | Guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| General | €15 | Timed online pass |
| Reduced | €7.50 | ID at desk |
| Audioguide | +€5 | Add-on |
| Art Walk pass | ~€32.80 | Prado + Reina Sofía + Thyssen |
| Free hours | €0 | Mon–Sat 18–20; Sun 17–19 |
Important: AlpacaBag does not sell Prado admission via affiliate links. Buy on museodelprado.es and re-check the fare on your visit day.
How to buy online and on site
Official website
- Open Visit / opening times and prices on museodelprado.es.
- Choose date, hour and ticket type.
- Pay by card; save the QR / voucher.
- On the day, go to the labelled entrance 10–15 minutes early.
Paying from abroad
The official site accepts international cards; if a bank declines, try another card or the on-site desk (cash and card from ~09:45). Third-party marketplaces may help with payment but add mark-ups — for the Prado stick to the official site.
Visit plan: logistics and 2-hour highlights
Best paid window is opening at 10:00. For free hours, join the queue 15–30 minutes early. Common accesses include Jerónimos and the Murillo area — follow your ticket.
- Velázquez — Las Meninas and court portrait rooms.
- Goya — Black Paintings and The Third of May 1808.
- Bosch — The Garden of Earthly Delights.
- Rubens, Titian, El Greco — if time allows.
Cloakroom and large-bag rules change by day. Audioguides cover several languages — confirm availability at the desk.
Museum quarter and nearby
Golden Triangle of Art
Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza sit nearby — the Art Walk pass stitches them together. After the galleries, walk Retiro Park and Paseo del Prado. Street musicians by the Goya monument set a different pace than the rooms inside.
Madrid days: 2 days first time, couples, with kids. Related: Royal Palace, Toledo day trip, Andalusia via Giralda and Seville flamenco, plus Spain without crowds.
Stay near Retiro/Atocha with hotel search; eSIM; insurance. City tours via excursions — Prado entry stays official only.
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FAQ
How much are Prado tickets in 2026?
Official orientation: general €15, reduced €7.50, audioguide +€5. Art Walk pass (Prado + Reina Sofía + Thyssen) about €32.80. Always verify on museodelprado.es — we do not sell museum tickets as affiliate offers.
How do I enter for free?
Free collection hours: Mon–Sat 18:00–20:00 and Sun/holidays 17:00–19:00 (ticket desk, subject to capacity). Full-day free entry also applies to under-18s, students 18–25, unemployed visitors, teachers, large families and other listed groups — with valid ID at the desk.
Where should I buy tickets?
Prefer the official museum site with a timed pass. Desk sales from about 09:45. Resellers can help if a card fails, but they add fees — for the Prado we recommend museodelprado.es only.
Is photography allowed?
Photographing artworks in the permanent galleries is generally not allowed; confirm current rules at entry. Exterior shots of the façade and Retiro Park are fine.
How long do I need?
At least 2 hours for Velázquez, Goya and Bosch highlights; 3–4 hours is more comfortable. Arrive 10–15 minutes before your timed slot even with an e-ticket.