What a Prado ticket costs
General admission to the Prado is €15 in 2026. It covers the permanent collection and the special exhibitions that run at the same time. Some visitors pay €7.50, and several groups enter free if they can show proof. When you buy, whether online or at the ticket office, you pick a date and a time.
This site is an independent guide and does not sell tickets itself. Prices below are the ones listed in 2026. They can change, so confirm the total before you pay.
Prices and who pays what
Prices for 2026. Reduced and free entry need valid proof.
| Who | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General admission | €15 | Collection and special exhibitions running at the same time |
| Over 65 | €7.50 | Not free of charge; there is no blanket free entry for seniors |
| Recognised youth pass | €7.50 | Show the pass |
| Large-family card | €7.50 | Show the card |
| Under 18 | Free | With proof of age |
| Students aged 18 to 25 | Free | The ticket shop says under 25, the price page says 18 to 25, so check the limit when you book |
| Certain art students over 25 | Free | In the Spanish higher education system |
| Disability of 33% or more | Free | With proof |
| Legally unemployed | Free | With proof |
| Active teachers | Free | With proof |
| Audio guide | €5 extra | More than 250 works, 15 languages |
| Museum tour "Masterpieces of the Collection" | €10 extra | About 90 minutes, on top of the ticket, so €25 in total with general admission |
Individual visitors under 12 do not need accreditation at the ticket office under the new rules. The free groups listed here are a selection, so read the conditions that apply to you.
Our picks: Prado tickets
Entry only, a guided visit with entry included, or a pass for three museums.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Prado guided tour with priority entry
Museum entry without the ticket queue and a professional guide are included. Tips are not.
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Art Walk Pass for three museums
The permanent collections of the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen are included, plus some special exhibitions at the first two. The museums' own Paseo del Arte pass costs €32.80 and is cheaper than this listing.
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Prado entry ticket without a guide
Museum entry only, with no guide, food or drinks. The museum's own ticket costs €15 and is cheaper than this listing.
Check availability →Prado tickets and guided visits
Entry tickets, skip-the-line options and guided tours for the Prado, with live prices and availability.
How booking and entry work
The rules in force since the new visitor regulations of 2026.
Pick a time slot
You choose the date and the time when you buy, online or at the ticket office. Arrive within your slot, and allow time for the security check at the door.
One ticket, one entry
The ticket belongs to one person and allows a single entry. You cannot leave and come back in with the same ticket, so plan a coffee stop before you go in or after you leave.
Check the final total
Look at the full price at the last step of checkout, whichever seller you use. Add-ons such as an audio guide or a tour are priced separately.
Special exhibitions
General admission includes the exhibitions that run at the same time as your visit. During the free evening hours, special exhibitions are not free but carry a 50% discount. The museum can close rooms temporarily without a refund, so a particular painting is never guaranteed.
Pick the right door
The Goya entrance serves the ticket offices and the collection. The Jerónimos entrance serves the collection and special exhibitions and is the preferred access for visitors with reduced mobility. Assignments can change, so follow the signs on the day.
Entrances and bag rules →Is the Paseo del Arte pass worth it?
One price for the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen.
The Paseo del Arte pass costs €32.80 and gives one entry to each of the three museums. It is valid for 1 year from the day you buy it, and you do not have to use it on one day. Separate full tickets cost €15 for the Prado, €12 for the Reina Sofía and €14 for the Thyssen, which makes €41. The pass therefore saves €8.20, or 20%.
That saving only exists if you would pay full price everywhere. If you are under 18, a student or over 65 at the Reina Sofía, you already enter free or at a reduced rate, and the pass adds nothing. Where entry is limited by capacity, pass holders collect a time pass at the museum's ticket office, so the pass is not a promise to walk in without any wait.
Prado tickets: frequently asked questions
How much does a Prado ticket cost?
General admission is €15 in 2026. People over 65, holders of a recognised youth pass and large-family card holders pay €7.50. Several groups enter free with proof.
Do I need to book a time slot?
You choose a date and a time when you buy, online or at the ticket office. Because slots are part of the purchase, booking ahead lets you pick the time that suits you.
Can I leave and come back with the same ticket?
No. A ticket is personal and allows a single entry. Leaving and entering again with it is not allowed.
Do students get in free?
Students aged 18 to 25 enter free with proof. The ticket shop gives the limit as under 25 and the price page as 18 to 25, so check the age at booking. Certain art students over 25 in the Spanish system are also free.
Does the ticket include special exhibitions?
Yes, the exhibitions running at the same time are included in general admission. In the free evening hours they carry a 50% discount instead of being free.
Are tickets from other sellers valid?
Many sellers offer entry bundled with a guide or a set entry time. Compare what is included, the meeting point and the cancellation terms before you buy.