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Architecture tour Gran Vía from its best rooftops 20thC

We propose you learning something else about Gran Vía and surroundings from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since it was conceived more …More

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Architecture tour Gran Vía from its best rooftops 20thC

We propose you learning something else about Gran Vía and surroundings from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since it was conceived more...

215 to 240 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (40)

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$50

Madrid Royal Palace Small Group Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Discover why this tour won the Cool Shore Excursions TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARD 2025! Get fast track access to the Royal Palace of Madrid with this …More

4.5 (434)

Madrid Royal Palace Small Group Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Discover why this tour won the Cool Shore Excursions TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARD 2025! Get fast track access to the Royal Palace of Madrid with this...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (434)

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$40

Madrid VIP Private Prado Museum Tour with an Art Expert & Tickets

- Certified Official Guide - 50 masterpieces explained in detail - personalized tour 3 hours - adapted to your artistic interests Private - no strangers, …More

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Madrid VIP Private Prado Museum Tour with an Art Expert & Tickets

- Certified Official Guide - 50 masterpieces explained in detail - personalized tour 3 hours - adapted to your artistic interests Private - no strangers,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$102

Reina Sofia Museum Guided Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

One of Madrid’s most popular museums, the Reina Sofia Museum houses an exquisite collection of Spanish modern and contemporary art. On this 2.5 hour semi-private …More

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Reina Sofia Museum Guided Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

One of Madrid’s most popular museums, the Reina Sofia Museum houses an exquisite collection of Spanish modern and contemporary art. On this 2.5 hour semi-private...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$148

Reina Sofia Museum Madrid Exclusive Guided Tour

One of Madrid’s most popular museums, the Reina Sofia Museum houses an exquisite collection of Spanish modern and contemporary art. On this 2.5 hour private …More

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Reina Sofia Museum Madrid Exclusive Guided Tour

One of Madrid’s most popular museums, the Reina Sofia Museum houses an exquisite collection of Spanish modern and contemporary art. On this 2.5 hour private...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$148

Prado Museum with Reina Sofia Museum Guided Tour

Discover why this tour won the Cool Shore Excursions TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARD 2025! Hit the Prado Museum as the first visitors when the doors open …More

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Prado Museum with Reina Sofia Museum Guided Tour

Discover why this tour won the Cool Shore Excursions TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARD 2025! Hit the Prado Museum as the first visitors when the doors open...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$79

Madrid Sightseeing Tour with Royal Palace Skip the Line Ticket

Join us on a panoramic tour of Madrid. Pass by some of the most important sites such as Puerta de Alcala or Cibeles Fountain, among …More

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Madrid Sightseeing Tour with Royal Palace Skip the Line Ticket

Join us on a panoramic tour of Madrid. Pass by some of the most important sites such as Puerta de Alcala or Cibeles Fountain, among...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$77

Guided Tour Thyssen Museum Skip the Line

The Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection is one of the most important collections in the world, you will know different, characters, eras and ideas that cross the western …More

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Guided Tour Thyssen Museum Skip the Line

The Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection is one of the most important collections in the world, you will know different, characters, eras and ideas that cross the western...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$53

Skip the Line Prado Museum Madrid Exclusive Guided Tour

Spain’s response to the Louvre, the Prado Museum is a marvel of art and history. On this 2.5 hour private guided museum tour, you will …More

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Skip the Line Prado Museum Madrid Exclusive Guided Tour

Spain’s response to the Louvre, the Prado Museum is a marvel of art and history. On this 2.5 hour private guided museum tour, you will...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$136

Prado & Reina Sofia Guided Museum Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

Maximize every moment in Madrid by combining two of its most iconic museums into one convenient tour. On this 5.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) …More

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Prado & Reina Sofia Guided Museum Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

Maximize every moment in Madrid by combining two of its most iconic museums into one convenient tour. On this 5.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum)...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$273

Enjoy a guided tour of the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, one of the most important museums in the Spanish capital. It opened …More

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Guided tour of the Reina Sofia Museum

Enjoy a guided tour of the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, one of the most important museums in the Spanish capital. It opened...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$37

Ultimate Private Madrid Tour Full Day with Guide and Driver

Make the most of your time in Madrid with this fully customizable full-day private tour—ideal if you only have one day in the city or …More

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Ultimate Private Madrid Tour Full Day with Guide and Driver

Make the most of your time in Madrid with this fully customizable full-day private tour—ideal if you only have one day in the city or...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$287

Prado Museum and Royal Palace Private Tour in Madrid

We mean it. You will not be disappointed. The Royal Palace and Prado, offer an incredible glimpse into history and renowned artistry. These landmarks, magnets …More

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Prado Museum and Royal Palace Private Tour in Madrid

We mean it. You will not be disappointed. The Royal Palace and Prado, offer an incredible glimpse into history and renowned artistry. These landmarks, magnets...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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The Guernica by Pablo Picasso (the masterpiece of XX-century paintings) will be the strong point of this unforgettable private Reina Sofia Tour. - You will …More

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Reina Sofia Museum Private Tour

The Guernica by Pablo Picasso (the masterpiece of XX-century paintings) will be the strong point of this unforgettable private Reina Sofia Tour. - You will...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$317

All The Best of Madrid guides are qualified members or the Association of Official Tourist Guides of the Region of Madrid. This means that we …More

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Prado Museum Private Tour

All The Best of Madrid guides are qualified members or the Association of Official Tourist Guides of the Region of Madrid. This means that we...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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The Prado Museum is one of the most important museums in the world, containing a collection of over 8000 works of the best Spanish and …More

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Private Tour of Prado Museum in Madrid

The Prado Museum is one of the most important museums in the world, containing a collection of over 8000 works of the best Spanish and...

2 to 15 hours Free Cancellation

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Private skip the line tour of one of the best art museum in Spain. Our expert tour guide will meet you in front of the …More

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Private Guided Tour of the Prado Museum

Private skip the line tour of one of the best art museum in Spain. Our expert tour guide will meet you in front of the...

1 hour 30 minutes

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$97

Private tour to the Cibeles Palace and the Retiro Park

You will know inside the old Post Office building and discover the secrets it houses inside. You will be amazed by the views from its …More

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Private tour to the Cibeles Palace and the Retiro Park

You will know inside the old Post Office building and discover the secrets it houses inside. You will be amazed by the views from its...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$21

Prado and Reina Sofia Museums Private Tour

Private Tour with a licensed Guide who is also Art Historian. 2 hours Tour of Prado Museum. Combined with a 1,5 hours private Tour of …More

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Prado and Reina Sofia Museums Private Tour

Private Tour with a licensed Guide who is also Art Historian. 2 hours Tour of Prado Museum. Combined with a 1,5 hours private Tour of...

3 hours 38 minutes Free Cancellation

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$61

Prado Museum Visit & Rooftop Drinks Private Tour

Embark on an immersive private experience to capture the essence of Spanish culture through a perfect blend of art and panoramic views of the city. …More

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Prado Museum Visit & Rooftop Drinks Private Tour

Embark on an immersive private experience to capture the essence of Spanish culture through a perfect blend of art and panoramic views of the city....

3 hours

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$132

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What are the best options for Madrid Literary, Art & Music Tours?

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Which Madrid Literary, Art & Music Tours have Free Cancellation?

Madrid Literary, Art & Music Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Madrid Literary, Art & Music Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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