Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum · Jeronimos ·
Masterpieces by Spanish and European masters from the 12th century
Masterpieces by Spanish and European masters from the 12th century
"A perennial draw for millions of visitors, the Prado remains one of the city's major cultural magnets and an essential stop when tracing Madrid's art-filled avenues." - AFAR
"One of the three institutions that form Madrid’s 'Golden Triangle' of art museums, this museum houses more than 8,600 paintings and 700 sculptures, with highlights including Diego Velázquez’s 'Las Meninas' and Francisco Goya’s 'The Third of May.' While it has the most comprehensive collection of Spanish paintings in the world, it’s also renowned for works by European masters such as Peter Paul Rubens, Jan van Eyck, and Hieronymus Bosch. Pro-tip: arrive at 6 p.m. (5 p.m. on Sundays) to take advantage of free entry to the museum’s permanent collection during its final two hours." - Siobhan Reid Siobhan Reid Siobhan Reid is an NYC-based writer, editor, and copywriter. She is currently the editor-in-residence at The Vintner Project and was previously an editor at Travel + Leisure, covering culture, design, style, and wellness. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"One of the world's premier art museums, housing an exceptional collection that remains accessible to visitors (often with low-cost or free-entry opportunities depending on timing)." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A world-class art museum where visitors can peruse works by Goya and other masters, recommended as a primary indoor cultural attraction in the capital." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"I point to the Prado Museum for its notable collections — readers specifically mentioned dark El Greco paintings as a highlight." - Maya Kachroo-Levine Maya Kachroo-Levine Maya Kachroo-Levine is the digital senior editor at Travel + Leisure. She covers hotels, destinations (focusing on Europe, Asia, California, and Mexico), food and drink, cruises, and luxury aviation. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines