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The Royal Palace of Madrid is home to impressive sights like the Grand Staircase, Royal Library, Royal Armory, and Crown Room. With your ticket, enjoy a guided tour, skip-the-line entry, and combo options with other top attractions in the city.

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  • Save time spent in ticket queues. Skip lines and dive right into the regal charm of Europe's largest functioning palace, the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Wander the many rooms and galleries of the palace, from the Royal Library to the Crown Room, the Royal Armory, the Royal Chapel, and more.

  • Witness the artistry of masters like Goya, Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Battista in every fresco, painting, and tapestry that adorns the palace walls.

  • Upgrade with an audio guide or a live guide—explore at your own pace or with a friendly expert. The choice is yours!

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace houses the only complete Stradivarius string quartet in the world. If you're lucky you may get to hear it play!

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  • Save time spent in ticket queues. Skip lines and dive right into the regal charm of Europe's largest functioning palace, the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Wander the many rooms and galleries of the palace, from the Royal Library to the Crown Room, the Royal Armory, the Royal Chapel, and more.

  • Witness the artistry of masters like Goya, Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Battista in every fresco, painting, and tapestry that adorns the palace walls.

  • Upgrade with an audio guide or a live guide—explore at your own pace or with a friendly expert. The choice is yours!

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace houses the only complete Stradivarius string quartet in the world. If you're lucky you may get to hear it play!

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Royal Palace of Madrid grand hall with ornate chandeliers and intricate ceiling details.
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Throne room with ornate chandeliers and red velvet walls inside Royal Palace of Madrid.
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Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate chandeliers and detailed ceiling artwork.
Royal Palace of Madrid's Hall of Columns with ornate chandeliers and marble columns.
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate ceiling and chandeliers.
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  • Unlock history, not queues! Skip the line and follow an expert to uncover the deepest darkest secrets of the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Experience the splendor of Spanish Royalty and witness the rich tapestry of Spanish culture and history inside its opulent rooms and galleries.

  • Marvel at the throne lounge, royal chapel, and parade grounds adorned with paintings and frescoes made by Goya, Velasquez, and Battista.

  • Learn about secret passages commissioned by Napoleon’s brother with a guide available in English, Spanish, French, or Italian. Take your pick!

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace is not where the Spanish royal family lives. Instead, it’s primarily used for state receptions and cultural events.

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  • Unlock history, not queues! Skip the line and follow an expert to uncover the deepest darkest secrets of the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Experience the splendor of Spanish Royalty and witness the rich tapestry of Spanish culture and history inside its opulent rooms and galleries.

  • Marvel at the throne lounge, royal chapel, and parade grounds adorned with paintings and frescoes made by Goya, Velasquez, and Battista.

  • Learn about secret passages commissioned by Napoleon’s brother with a guide available in English, Spanish, French, or Italian. Take your pick!

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace is not where the Spanish royal family lives. Instead, it’s primarily used for state receptions and cultural events.

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Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate chandeliers and detailed ceiling frescoes.
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Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate chandeliers and detailed ceiling.
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  • Dive into the Spanish monarchy's rich history and taste with tickets to the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Wander over 3,000 rooms, including the Royal Armory and private chambers, and get a real feel of how Spanish royalty lived.

  • Keep it flexi — your Royal Collections Gallery ticket remains valid for 7 days post your palace tour, so you can explore Spain's art on your schedule.

  • Get up close to Carlos V’s battle-worn armor from Mühlberg and feast your eyes on Goya’s brushwork, alongside art by legends like Titian.

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace was built to replace a fortress that burned down in 1734, which was originally made of wood.

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  • Dive into the Spanish monarchy's rich history and taste with tickets to the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Wander over 3,000 rooms, including the Royal Armory and private chambers, and get a real feel of how Spanish royalty lived.

  • Keep it flexi — your Royal Collections Gallery ticket remains valid for 7 days post your palace tour, so you can explore Spain's art on your schedule.

  • Get up close to Carlos V’s battle-worn armor from Mühlberg and feast your eyes on Goya’s brushwork, alongside art by legends like Titian.

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace was built to replace a fortress that burned down in 1734, which was originally made of wood.

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Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate chandeliers and detailed ceiling frescoes.
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  • Enjoy 30+ sights across two routes from these open-top buses that take you on an uninterrupted 65 to 80-minute panoramic tour of Madrid.

  • Dive deep into the city’s history and culture with a multilingual audio guide as you spot iconic landmarks like Retiro Park, Templo de Debod, and more.

  • Skip the lines at the Royal Palace of Madrid and wander through its frescoed halls with a bilingual guide offering unique commentary.

  • Walk down the Grand Staircase, browse rare books at the Royal Library, and gaze at remarkable artwork by maestros like Caravaggio and Goya.

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  • Enjoy 30+ sights across two routes from these open-top buses that take you on an uninterrupted 65 to 80-minute panoramic tour of Madrid.

  • Dive deep into the city’s history and culture with a multilingual audio guide as you spot iconic landmarks like Retiro Park, Templo de Debod, and more.

  • Skip the lines at the Royal Palace of Madrid and wander through its frescoed halls with a bilingual guide offering unique commentary.

  • Walk down the Grand Staircase, browse rare books at the Royal Library, and gaze at remarkable artwork by maestros like Caravaggio and Goya.

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Royal Palace of Madrid's grand staircase with ornate banisters and intricate ceiling details.
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  • Short on time and don't want to wait in line? Skip lines at the Royal Palace of Madrid and dive straight into the opulent life of the Spanish royalty.

  • Discover rich Spanish history within the Palace's walls, admire art by Old Masters and visit the Royal Armory, Library, and the Crown Room.

  • Witness the passion of flamenco at historical tablaos in Madrid, renowned for staging authentic Spanish performances since the 60s.

  • With dance as intense as that, you'll need a drink to gulp down all those emotions so enjoy sipping as artists promise an entertaining time.

  • Fun fact: One of the Royal Palace’s crown jewels is a ceiling fresco by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, located in the Queen’s apartment.

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  • Short on time and don't want to wait in line? Skip lines at the Royal Palace of Madrid and dive straight into the opulent life of the Spanish royalty.

  • Discover rich Spanish history within the Palace's walls, admire art by Old Masters and visit the Royal Armory, Library, and the Crown Room.

  • Witness the passion of flamenco at historical tablaos in Madrid, renowned for staging authentic Spanish performances since the 60s.

  • With dance as intense as that, you'll need a drink to gulp down all those emotions so enjoy sipping as artists promise an entertaining time.

  • Fun fact: One of the Royal Palace’s crown jewels is a ceiling fresco by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, located in the Queen’s apartment.

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Visitors viewing artwork at Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid.
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum interior with visitors viewing art exhibits, part of Paseo del Arte 3-Museum Pass in Madrid.
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  • Go on a self-guided tour of three of Madrid’s best guardians of centuries-old European art, all in one day.

  • At the Prado Museum, you can take in the grandeur of 8,000+ works of art and explore key pieces by artists such as Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, and Murillo.

  • Take a close look at some of the best 20th-century masterpieces at the Reina Sofia Museum, home to works by Picasso, Dalí, and Miró.

  • With pieces spanning 700 years, you can check out key pieces by Van Gogh and Monet at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.

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  • Go on a self-guided tour of three of Madrid’s best guardians of centuries-old European art, all in one day.

  • At the Prado Museum, you can take in the grandeur of 8,000+ works of art and explore key pieces by artists such as Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, and Murillo.

  • Take a close look at some of the best 20th-century masterpieces at the Reina Sofia Museum, home to works by Picasso, Dalí, and Miró.

  • With pieces spanning 700 years, you can check out key pieces by Van Gogh and Monet at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.

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Tourists exploring the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid, a highlight of the Combo Royal Palace of Madrid + Royal Collections Gallery tour
Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery showcasing the historic Coche Corona Real carriage from 1829-1833
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  • Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.

  • Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.

  • Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.

  • Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.

  • Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).

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  • Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.

  • Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.

  • Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.

  • Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.

  • Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).

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Royal Palace of Madrid's grand staircase with ornate banisters and intricate ceiling details.
Visitors exploring art exhibits inside Prado Museum, Madrid, during a guided tour.
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Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate chandeliers and detailed ceiling artwork.
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  • Skip the ticket line and enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Prado Museum, with two languages to choose from.

  • Explore the world-renowned Prado Museum, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and other European legends, with expert insights from your guide.

  • Stroll through the sprawling rooms in the Royal Palace of Madrid, Europe’s largest functioning royal palace, while gaining key insights into its history.

  • Ask your guide about the Alcázar of Madrid, a Moorish fortress that burned down in 1734, where the Royal Palace of Madrid currently stands.

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  • Skip the ticket line and enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Prado Museum, with two languages to choose from.

  • Explore the world-renowned Prado Museum, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and other European legends, with expert insights from your guide.

  • Stroll through the sprawling rooms in the Royal Palace of Madrid, Europe’s largest functioning royal palace, while gaining key insights into its history.

  • Ask your guide about the Alcázar of Madrid, a Moorish fortress that burned down in 1734, where the Royal Palace of Madrid currently stands.

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Tourists exploring the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Royal Collections Gallery, a unique combo tour in Spain
Tourists exploring the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid, a highlight of the Combo Royal Palace of Madrid + Royal Collections Gallery tour
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate chandeliers and detailed ceiling artwork.
Tourists at Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard, part of combo tour with Royal Collections Gallery.
Visitors in the Royal Chapel, Royal Palace of Madrid, part of the skip-the-line Royal Collections Gallery tour.
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Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery showcasing the historic Coche Corona Real carriage from 1829-1833
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  • Whisk past without waiting in line at the Royal Palace of Madrid to see paintings by famous artists like Goya, Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Battista.

  • Marvel at the Royal Crypt where Spanish monarchs like King Philip V and Queen Isabella II have been laid to rest.

  • Step right into the Royal Collections Gallery with hassle-free entrance, where you'll find a treasure trove of Spanish art and history spanning 500 years.

  • Discover the Royal Crown Carriage from the 1820s and exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace of Madrid contains over 3,400 rooms, making it one of the most expansive palaces in the world.

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  • Whisk past without waiting in line at the Royal Palace of Madrid to see paintings by famous artists like Goya, Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Battista.

  • Marvel at the Royal Crypt where Spanish monarchs like King Philip V and Queen Isabella II have been laid to rest.

  • Step right into the Royal Collections Gallery with hassle-free entrance, where you'll find a treasure trove of Spanish art and history spanning 500 years.

  • Discover the Royal Crown Carriage from the 1820s and exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.

  • Fun fact: The Royal Palace of Madrid contains over 3,400 rooms, making it one of the most expansive palaces in the world.

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About Royal Palace of Madrid

Experience the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid with its exquisite Sabatini Gardens, the unique frescoes by Giambattista Tiepolo, and the Palace’s state rooms, where official ceremonies still occur, offering a glimpse into contemporary royal life.


Address
C. de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, Spain
Year opened
1751
Founded by
Filippo Juvarra
Visitors per year
200000
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Sally squires
AU

Sally

5/5
Australia
The skip the line tickets made it so easy. The queue was probably 100 meters and we just walked straight in. The palace is a spectacular place to visit, with interesting stuff for everybody. Old masters hang on the walls. With a music room full of Stratovarius instruments. The audio tour is great to listen to and watch (and keep to show others)
Mildred Muñoz Emmanuelli
PR

Mildred

5/5
Puerto Rico
There was a long line and thanks to the fact that I had bought the tickets in advance I didn't file and got in quickly. I recommend it.
OlgaLucia M Ferreira
US

Olgalucia

5/5
United States
We really enjoyed Marisol as a guide; she is well spoken, knows her history and is quirky. We would have liked to spend a bit more time in each room but other than that it was very interesting.
Nahide Craig
US

Nahide

5/5
United States
The tour was very informative,our guide Elisa, or Alissa? )was great and her iPad images was very useful for bringing the current information. I highly recommend it.
Jeffrey Alan Poole

Jeffrey

5/5
Buying the ticket was easy and allowed for much quicker access to the palace and royal collections museum! The Sorolla exposition was the icing on the cake.
Stephanie Thorne
GB

Stephanie

5/5
United Kingdom
The richness of the collections - the way the Reina Sofia tells some of the modern history of Spain through art, the construction of Guernica through Dora Mar's photographs, the outstanding and uncrowded Thyssen-Bornemisza
Brigitte Kirner
AT

Brigitte

4/5
Austria
No queuing to buy tickets Combined ticket with the Prado, including the senior discount, makes the museum affordable
Robert Graham
US

Robert

5/5
United States
Our guide Patricia was simply amazing. Her knowledge of the history of the palace, as well as her in depth explanations of the paintings in the Prado was truly enlightening. Igor both a history, and art history lesson in one day.
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