Overview
Open since 1819, the Prado is Spain's premier art museum, with some 8,000 works that capture the golden age of Spanish painting, including Velazquez's 'Las Meninas', Goya's 'Clothed' and 'Naked Maja', and El Greco's religious canvases. Its Italian Renaissance and Flemish collections are also outstanding, and Bosch's 'Garden of Earthly Delights' is a must-see. Together with the Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums, it forms Madrid's Golden Triangle of Art. Admission about EUR 15 (free during the last 2 hours each day). 5-minute walk from Metro L1 Atocha or L2 Banco de España.
Opening Hours
10:00-20:00 (until 19:00 on Sundays and holidays; closed Jan 1, May 1, and Dec 25)
Travel Tips
Free entry is offered during the final two hours each day. Velazquez's 'Las Meninas' hangs in Room 12.
Hotels near Prado Museum
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