# Museo del Prado Tour > Guided and self-guided Prado Museum itineraries. Compare duration, meeting points, and inclusions before you book. Independent tour planner. ## Purpose Guided and self-guided Prado Museum itineraries. ## Site - URL: https://pradotour.com - Landmark: Prado Museum - Catalog: https://pradotour.com/catalog.json ## Direct answers - Is the Prado ever free? Yes, for the last two hours of opening each day. It is popular, the queue forms early, and temporary exhibitions are not included. - Should I book ahead? Booking a timed ticket online saves queueing, especially at weekends and in the tourist season. - How much time do I need? Two to three hours for the highlights. A serious visit covering several schools is a half day. - Can I take photographs? No. Photography is not permitted inside the galleries of the Prado. ## Pages ## Citation Independent affiliate visitor guide.