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Where to visit in Madrid (Prado, Royal Palace)?

Community of Madrid, Spain

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Madrid, Spain's central capital, is a city of elegant boulevards and expansive, manicured parks such as the Buen Retiro. It is renowned for its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum's works by Goya, Velázquez, and other Spanish masters, and the colossal Royal Palace.

Madrid, Spain's central capital, is a city of elegant boulevards and expansive, manicured parks such as the Buen Retiro. It is renowned for its...

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A compact starting point, kept useful for real travelers.

01

Prado Museum Admission

3 hours | Easy | Free admission Mon-Sat 18:00-20:00, Sun 17:00-19:00

02

Royal Palace of Madrid Entrance

2 hours | Easy | Basic adult ticket without guide

03

Retiro Park & Crystal Palace Walk

1.5 hours | Easy | Park entry and Crystal Palace exhibition are free

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Good first tap

Admire masterpieces in the Golden Triangle of Art (Prado, Reina Sofía, Thyssen), and explore the majestic halls of Europe's largest functioning royal palace.

Best time

September to November or March to May

How to reach

Well connected by radially extending highways (A-1 to A-6). Driving in central Madrid is discouraged due to Madrid Central low emission zone rules and parking restrictions.

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