Prado Museum

Madrid’s Prado Museum is Spain’s premier fine arts collection, renowned for European masterpieces from the 12th–19th centuries. Highlights include Velázquez’s Las Meninas, Goya’s Black Paintings and Majas, Bosch’s The Garden of Earthly Delights, and works by El Greco, Titian, and Rubens. The galleries are manageable yet rich, ideal for both focused visits and deeper exploration. Audio guides and clear thematic rooms aid first-time visitors, while temporary exhibitions add context. Centrally located near Retiro Park, the Prado suits travelers interested in painting, Spanish history, and Old Masters, offering a concentrated encounter with Europe’s artistic heritage.