In the heart of the biggest spanish metropolis, Madrid, lies the famous Paseo del Arte, an exquisite route that opens the doors to Spain’s glorious cultural heritage, which we invite you to explore with Urso Hotel & Spa.

Our cultural visit begins at the Prado Museum, a cathedral of classical art that houses unparalleled treasures. Founded in 1819, its commendable collection brings together more than 8,000 paintings and 700 sculptures. From the exquisite brushstrokes of Velázquez in “Las Meninas” to the sombre compositions of Goya, the Prado is the jewel in the crown of Madrid’s museums. We recommend you set aside at least a couple of hours for your visit. Get tickets to Prado Museum directly with your Urso booking, with the City Break special package.

Let’s move into the future of art at the Reina Sofía Museum, which pays homage to the most provocative, revolutionary and avant-garde creativity of the 20th century. Here you can see Pablo Picasso’s stunning “Guernica”, with its dramatic forms and poignant metaphors of war. The building’s architecture fuses past and present, as it is the former General Hospital of Madrid, dating from the 18th century.

To end the day, discover the opulence of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, which displays the artistic gems of the Thyssen family’s private collection. From the Italian Renaissance to the 20th century avant-garde, its rooms house priceless pieces such as Ghirlandaio’s “Portrait of Giovanna Tornabuoni” and Roy Lichtenstein’s “Woman in the Bath”. Did you know that it is one of the few museums in the world that does not have white walls?

The Paseo del Arte is one of the most important and acclaimed cultural routes in Europe, and a must-see during your stay in Madrid.