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Madrid day trip from Barcelona with Prado Museum tickets

You simply can’t visit Spain without experiencing the spirit of its capital, Madrid. And what better way to do so than in a single day? Depart from Barcelona and after a brief 2.5-hour journey on a comfortable high-speed train, you'll find yourself in the heart of Madrid, a city brimming with cultural richness.

Your day begins with an intimate exploration of art history at the renowned Prado Museum. Explore galleries that narrate stories, filled with masterpieces by artists such as Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch. Following this, be amazed by the culinary vibrancy of the San Miguel Market. Next, literature springs to life in the charming Barrio de las Letras, once a hub for Spanish literary figures.

Your journey takes a regal turn as you stroll through the Austrias district, pausing to admire the majestic facade of the Royal Palace. The throbbing core of Madrid, the Gran Vía, awaits you next. This bustling avenue, a fusion of modernity and tradition, is where Madrid truly comes alive. Take a moment to appreciate the diverse architecture and the dynamic rhythm of city life.

As twilight transitions into evening, your high-speed train will be prepared to whisk you back to Barcelona.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Barcelona
Duration: 13 hours
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour

Why you’ll love this…

  • It's an opportunity to discover the wonders of Madrid in just one day
  • You'll enjoy the fastest, ecological and comfortable high-speed train from Barcelona to Madrid in just 2.5 hours
  • The experience offers an intimate exploration of art at the globally acclaimed Prado Museum
  • You'll take a journey through time in the Barrio de las Letras and the Austrias district
  • The tour includes glimpses of the Royal Palace and the vibrancy of the Gran Vía

Important to know

Accessibility:

  • Not wheelchair accessible

Know in advance:

  • This experience uses self-check-in. You must go to the train station and board directly with the train tickets provided in advance
  • Departure times are scheduled between 07:00-08:00
  • A minimum number of participants is required for this tour. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund
  • You will be contacted at least 48 hours before the experience to complete the pre-check-in process. Full name and Passport/ID number of each passenger is required to confirm booking
  • Please provide a valid telephone number when booking
  • This tour is bilingual (English and Spanish)

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Guided tour
  • Entrance ticket
  • Train ticket

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tips (optional)
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Avinguda de Josep Tarradellas, 1, 08029 Barcelona, Spain

Meeting point:

Sants Station. Please be at the check in point 20 minutes before departure time.

Provider

WORLD EXPERIENCE


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