The Prado National Museum displays a large number of works of art, the most famous of which is probably "Las Meninas" painted by the artist Velazquez, which shows the image of Princess Margarita. and two young women posing for the artist himself, with a brush and a palette in hand, his other famous work is "The Triumph of Bacchus," which depicts the god of wine with a group of drunkards. Goya is also a major artist with important works on display here, with his painting "The Naked Maja" leading to him being accused of pornography because of the painting's depiction of nudity. The painting "The Garden of Delights" by the artist Bosch is another outstanding work in art history, and he is also a favorite artist. The paintings "The Adoration of the Magi" and "The Three Graces," by the artist Ruben are also worth seeing.
The Prado National Museum is a must visit place at least once in Madrid. If visiting time is limited, visitors should at least see the following typical works of art: The Crucifixion; The Nobleman with his Hand on his Chest; Las Meninas; Jacob's Dream; The 3rd of May 1808 in Madrid: the executions on Principe Pio hill; The Annunciation' by Fra Angelico; The Cardinals; The Emperor Charles V, on Horseback, in Mühlberg; The Immaculate Conception; Descent from the Cross; The Garden of Earthly Delights; The Three Graces; Self Portrait; Artemis; Offering by Orestes and Pylades (San Ildefonso Group).
Ticket price: €15 for adults
€7.5 for seniors over 65, youth card holders
Free for people under 18 years old, students aged 18-25 and disabled people
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00
Sundays and public holidays from 10:00 to 19:00
Closed January 1, May 1 and December 25
Website: https://www.museodelprado.es/en/visit-the-museum