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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.
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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.
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Skip the lines at the Royal Palace of Madrid and wander through its frescoed halls with a bilingual guide offering unique commentary.
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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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Panoramic Bus Tour with Madrid City Tour
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24-hour valid ticket
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Unlimited 65 to 80-minute non-stop tours (within the validity period)
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Access to Historical & Modern routes
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2-hour walking tour with English or Spanish-speaking guide
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Audio guide in Spanish, Catalan, Gallego, Euskera, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic & Japanese (on the bus)
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Complimentary drink at La Quimera
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Free 30-minute bike or pedal kart ride at Retiro Park with "Retiro Magic"
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Free Wi-Fi & headphones
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Mobile app with detailed map and live bus tracking
Royal Palace of Madrid
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Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Madrid
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Monolingual or bilingual guide in English and Spanish (depending on availability)
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Radio guide system
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Panoramic Bus Tour
- Hop-on hop-off service
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Panoramic Bus Tour
Pass by top attractions in Madrid on this uninterrupted 65 to 80-minute panoramic bus tour. Enjoy the city from a unique perspective from this open-top, double-decker bus. You get to listen to some multilingual audio commentary on Madrid’s history and landmarks as you pass by popular attractions like the Plaza de España, Retiro Park, the Royal Palace, and more!
Schedule
Historical or Blue Route/Route 1
First bus: 10am from Felipe IV
Last bus: 8:30pm from Felipe IV
Frequency: Every 15 minutes
Duration: 80 minutes
Popular stops: Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Plaza de Cibeles, Gran Vía
Modern or Green Route/Route 2
First bus: 10am from Plaza Neptuno
Last bus: 8:30pm from Plaza Neptuno
Frequency: Every 15 minutes
Duration: 65 minutes
Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, KIO Towers, Puerta del Sol
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding point.
Walking Tour
This tour focuses on the historic center of Madrid, delving deeper into areas like Plaza Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza de la Villa, and the Royal Palace area, getting a street-level perspective that complements the panoramic views from the bus. You will be accompanied by an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor with "Tour and Friends”
Royal Palace of Madrid
Discover centuries of Spanish history as you walk through the 3,000 rooms of the Royal Palace of Madrid. With its 16th-century Baroque architecture, frescoes, and tapestries, the Palace is a work of art. The Throne Room features a ceiling painted by Tiepolo, while the Royal Chapel is home to a stringed instrument collection made by the legendary Antonio Stradivari. The Royal Palace is located near Stop 12 on the Historic Madrid Route.
What's not allowed
Panoramic Bus Tour
- Keep in mind large suitcases or packages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Royal Palace of Madrid
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography and videography are strictly not allowed inside the venue.
Accessibility
Panoramic Bus Tour
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The buses are open-top, air-conditioned double-decker buses with sliding roofs.
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This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.
Royal Palace of Madrid
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.
Additional Information
Panoramic Bus Tour
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The complimentary drink and free bike ride can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.
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Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets like walking tours will be shared post-booking.
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Please note that the itinerary may be altered due to events or celebrations in the city.
Royal Palace of Madrid
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Carry a government-issued ID or passport to verify your children’s age.
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Security protocols and large crowds can lead to delays in skip-the-line access.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID. Students must show a valid student ID.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for redemption point details and specific instructions.
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