The Paseo del Arte: The Golden Mile of World Art
Madrid's Paseo del Arte is unique in the world. Within less than a kilometre of the Paseo del Prado, three of the most important museums on the planet stand side by side: the Prado Museum (Spain's greatest art gallery), the Reina Sofía Museum (the country's most important contemporary art collection) and the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum (700 years of Western art in chronological order). No other city in the world offers a comparable concentration of art in such a small space.
On the guided Paseo del Arte tour with Civitatis, an art history expert will guide you through all three museums in a single day, selecting the most important works in each and providing the historical context that connects them. Tickets to all three museums are included in the price, and by booking online you skip the queues at every one of them.
Rated 9.2/10 by over 980 real reviews, this tour is the perfect option for those with only one day in Madrid or anyone who wants to make the most of their visit without wasting time in queues or wondering what to see.
Frequently asked questions
Does the pass include all three museums?
Yes, the Art Walk gives access to the Prado, the Reina Sofía and the Thyssen-Bornemisza with a single ticket, cheaper than buying them separately.
Do I have to visit them on the same day?
Not necessarily: many versions let you split the visits across different days. Confirm the validity when booking.
Do I need to print the ticket?
Usually showing the voucher on your phone is enough. Arrive with some margin, as there can be an entry queue in high season.
Our honest take
The Art Walk (Paseo del Arte) bundles Madrid's three great galleries (Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen) into a single pass. If you love art, it's one of the best-value tickets in the city.
👍 What we like most
- Entry to all three major galleries for less than buying separately.
- Lets you split the visits across different days.
- A must for art lovers: from Bosch to Las Meninas and Guernica.
👎 What to know before booking
- They're three huge museums: doing them in one day is exhausting.
- No guide included; bring some context.
- If you only care about one museum, the pass doesn't pay off.
🎯 Who it's for (and who it isn't)
Yes if art is central to your trip and you have 2-3 days. Maybe not if you only want one specific work or are very short on time.
Practical Information 2026
- 🎟️ All-in price: from €79
- 🕐 Duration: ~6 hours
- 📍 Starting point: Prado Museum, main entrance
- 🚇 Metro: Atocha (L1)
- 🌍 Language: Spanish/English
- ✅ Includes: 3 museum tickets + expert guide
Is it too much art for one day?
The secret to this tour's success is precisely the curation. The guide doesn't try to show you everything (which would be impossible and exhausting), but rather the most representative and impactful works in each museum. The result is an experience that doesn't overwhelm but awakens the desire to return.
FAQ
Are tickets to all three museums included?
Yes, the tour price includes entry to all three museums: Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen. You won't need to pay anything extra or queue at any ticket desk.
Is it too tiring to visit three museums in one day?
The guide specialises in managing the pace of the visit to avoid exhaustion. Stops and rhythm are adapted to the group. Most participants finish the tour wanting to come back to each museum on their own.
What if I want to spend more time in one museum?
You can leave the group at any point and continue visiting the museum independently. Your entry ticket remains valid until closing time.
Is there a version with just the Prado and Reina Sofía?
Yes, Civitatis also offers a combined Prado + Reina Sofía tour lasting 4 hours at a reduced price — ideal if you don't have a full day available.