Prado Museum Guided Tour with Tapas Tasting in Madrid

After your immersive museum tour, continue your cultural exploration with a self-guided tapas experience at the renowned Casa Ciriaco, one of Madrid’s oldest taverns. Savor traditional Spanish flavors at your own pace between 12:00 and 16:00, allowing you to indulge in the culinary side of Madrid after your artistic journey.

Prado Museum Guided Tour with Tapas Tasting in Madrid description

Your 3-hours tour includes:

• Skip-the-line tickets for the Prado Museum

• Prado Museum guided visit with a licensed guide

• A relaxed, small-group experience

• Tapas at one of Madrid's most iconic and historic taverns

• Tapas experience

Meeting at the Goya Statue

Your adventure begins at one of the most iconic spots in Madrid, the Goya statue on Felipe IV Street. This location serves as the perfect introduction to the art-filled journey ahead, named after one of Spain's most famous artists, Francisco de Goya. The statue itself pays tribute to Goya’s significant contributions to Spanish art, and from this point, you’ll be led by an expert guide who will share fascinating details about Goya’s life, work, and lasting impact on Spanish culture.

This convenient meeting point is easy to access and marks the beginning of an unforgettable experience, setting the tone for a day filled with artistic wonder and rich Spanish history. Your guide will meet you here, ready to immerse you in the stories behind the masterpieces you’ll soon see at the Prado Museum. From this moment, the world of art history opens up, and you’ll begin to understand why the Prado Museum is considered one of the most important art museums in the world.

Prado Museum

The Prado Museum is the crown jewel of Spain’s artistic heritage and a must-see destination for any art lover. With your skip-the-line access, you’ll bypass the usual crowds and dive straight into the museum’s impressive collection. The Prado Museum houses over 8,000 works of art, with highlights spanning over 800 years of European history. From the classical to the Baroque, you’ll witness masterpieces by Spain’s most iconic painters, such as Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco.

During the tour, your expert guide will take you through the museum’s vast galleries, explaining the significance of key works and providing fascinating insights into the history behind the paintings. You’ll learn about Velázquez’s "Las Meninas," Goya’s powerful "The Third of May 1808," and the haunting works of El Greco. Your guide will share stories that will help you understand the artistic techniques and historical context behind these masterpieces, making them come to life in a way that self-guided tours simply can't match.

The Prado is not just a museum, but a journey through Spanish history, and your guide’s in-depth knowledge will help you navigate this vast collection. As you wander through the galleries, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Spain’s cultural evolution and the artists who shaped the world of European art.

Tapas at Casa Ciriaco

After your enriching visit to the Prado Museum, your experience continues at one of Madrid’s most historic and beloved tapas taverns: Casa Ciriaco. Founded in 1927, this iconic spot has been welcoming locals and visitors with authentic Spanish flavors for nearly a century. Nestled in the heart of Madrid, Casa Ciriaco offers a charming, old-world atmosphere steeped in tradition, an ideal setting to immerse yourself in the city’s culinary heritage.

The tapas experience here doesn't include a guide, allowing you to enjoy the meal at your own pace. You’ll be treated to a curated selection of traditional dishes, including a crispy croqueta, a flavorful pincho de tortilla, juicy chistorra sausage, and the tavern’s signature gallina en pepitoria, a classic chicken stew with almond and egg yolk sauce. Each dish captures the essence of Spanish home cooking and offers a taste of the country's rich culinary history.

As you savor each bite, take in the warm ambiance of the tavern, with its wooden beams, vintage décor, and walls lined with Madrid’s past. It feels like stepping into another era, one where food, drink, and conversation took center stage. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply curious, this final stop offers a flavorful and memorable conclusion to your tour. From here, you're free to continue exploring Madrid at your leisure.