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Combo (Save 9%): Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Art Walk Pass

Hop-On Hop-Off bus near Royal Palace in Madrid cityscape.
Open-top bus tour passing by the Palacio de Cibeles in Madrid.
Facade of Prado Museum in Madrid with detailed neoclassical architecture and statue.
Visitors viewing classic art exhibits at Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain.

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24-Hour Pass + Art Walk Pass
€71
€64.32
9% off
  • Madrid Hop-on Hop-off
    • 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour
    • Access to three routes
    • 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre
    • Audio guide in 14 languages
    • Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish
    • Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco
    • Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences
  • Art Walk Pass
    • Skip-the-line entry to Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, Prado Museum, Reina Sofía Center (near stop 1, Historic, Modern & Actual routes)
    • Access to the permanent collection at all three museums
    • Access to some temporary exhibitions at the Prado Museum and Reina Sofía Center
48-Hour Pass + Art Walk Pass
€82
€73.72
10% off
  • Madrid Hop-on Hop-off
    • 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour
    • Access to three routes
    • 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre
    • Audio guide in 14 languages
    • Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish
    • Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco
    • Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences
  • Art Walk Pass
    • Skip-the-line entry to Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, Prado Museum, Reina Sofía Center (near stop 1, Historic, Modern & Actual routes)
    • Access to the permanent collection at all three museums
    • Access to some temporary exhibitions at the Prado Museum and Reina Sofía Center
4.3/5(5,392)

Adan E

Group
Verified booking
5 days ago
I loved how the Thyssen museum complemented the Prado perfectly. The collection was incredibly diverse, from Renaissance paintings to modern art, and the layout made it easy to enjoy each room without feeling overwhelmed. Some of the Impressionist and modern pieces were especially memorable, and the atmosphere of the museum was calm and elegant. It was a great way to experience different periods of European art in one visit.”

Paola M

Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A great way to skip the lines, which are absolutely crazy, especially during long weekends and holidays. The museum staff are poorly informed and don’t know that guided tours in Italian are available—it’s a shame I only found out after the tour, directly from a young woman who works as an Italian tour guide.

Agnese B

Solo
Verified booking
Last week
This online booking method is really convenient. I have to say, I was also pleasantly surprised by the skip-the-line option—all handled conveniently online right from my smartphone. Plus, the ticket’s long validity period gives me a whole year to use it at an amazing price! Could it get any better?

Tonin L

Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Everything went very smoothly. Getting into the museums was quick and easy. However, you have to download the app to access your ticket. For those who prefer to print it out, this isn’t very convenient. But it’s the cheapest option I found for visiting the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums.

Pinault L

Solo
Verified booking
May 2026
Convenient and very easy to use, even when exchanging the e-ticket for a paper ticket—it saved me from having to wait. I highly recommend it. Disappointed that photography is prohibited at the Prado Museum, even though it’s allowed at the Reina Sofía and Thyssen museums.

Angelo B

Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Easy to book the museum tickets and hassle-free museum entrance with the online voucher. Suggestion: doing 3 museums in one day is a little too much. Would have been great if we could spread the museum visits over 2 days.
    • Tour all the major attractions in Madrid with a 24/48-hour panoramic bus tour pass that covers two routes and 34+ key landmarks, with an audio guide.

    • Get off at any of the stops to explore key landmarks that interest you, adding to the tour’s convenience.

    • Explore works of art by some of the greatest cultural contributors across Europe, including Goya, Van Gogh, Picasso, Velázquez, and more.

    • Get access to the permanent collections at the Thyssen-Bornemisza, along with some of the temporary exhibitions at the Prado & Reina Sofia Museums.

  • Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

    • 24/48-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour

    • Access to Historic (Blue), Modern (Green), and Actual (Orange) routes

    • 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre

    • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Catalan, Japanese, Basque, Galician, Chinese, Russian & Dutch

    • Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish

    • Free Wi-Fi and headphones onboard

    • Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

    • Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences

    • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

    Art Walk Pass

    • Skip-the-line entry to Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, Prado Museum, Reina Sofía Center (near stop 1, Historic, Modern & Actual routes)

    • Access to the permanent collection at all three museums

    • Access to some temporary exhibitions at the Prado Museum and Reina Sofía Center

  • Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

    • Entry tickets to attractions

    Art Walk Pass

    • Access to the temporary exhibitions at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 5,392 reviews

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    Guests from United States, France, Italy and over 55 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Adan E

    Group
    Verified booking
    5 days ago
    I loved how the Thyssen museum complemented the Prado perfectly. The collection was incredibly diverse, from Renaissance paintings to modern art, and the layout made it easy to enjoy each room without feeling overwhelmed. Some of the Impressionist and modern pieces were especially memorable, and the atmosphere of the museum was calm and elegant. It was a great way to experience different periods of European art in one visit.”

    Tonin L

    Solo
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Everything went very smoothly. Getting into the museums was quick and easy. However, you have to download the app to access your ticket. For those who prefer to print it out, this isn’t very convenient. But it’s the cheapest option I found for visiting the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums.

    Pinault L

    Solo
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    Convenient and very easy to use, even when exchanging the e-ticket for a paper ticket—it saved me from having to wait. I highly recommend it. Disappointed that photography is prohibited at the Prado Museum, even though it’s allowed at the Reina Sofía and Thyssen museums.

    Aurelio I

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    Impeccable organization, a comprehensive tour, and the perfect option to get off at one stop and get back on at another—even on a bus from a different route. Very friendly and helpful staff The photo exhibition at the Casa Àrabe cultural center was informative (photo attached)

    Alicja B

    Solo
    Verified booking
    4 days ago
    Es ging sehr schnell Dank der bereits gebuchten Tickets. Ich habe aber auch ein Ticket für Palacio Reale gebucht und bis heute noch keine Nachricht erhalten.
  • See Madrid’s city highlights with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus pass and enjoy entry to three world-class museums, all with one combo ticket.

    Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

    Explore Madrid’s top sights with unlimited hop-on hop-off access, choosing between a 24 or 48-hour pass. The audio guide is available in 14 languages, and you’ll receive a tour map and discount booklets for local shops and restaurants.

    Schedule:

    Historic Madrid (Blue Route)

    • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)

    • Last bus: 6:30pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)

    • Frequency: every 30 to 40 minutes

    • Popular stops: Temple of Debod, Palacio Real, Paseo del Prado

    Modern Madrid (Green Route)

    • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)

    • Last bus: 6:10pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)

    • Frequency: every 35 minutes

    • Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Natural History Museum, Nuevos Ministerios

    Actual Madrid (Orange Route)

    • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)

    • Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)

    • Frequency: every 35 minutes

    • Popular stops: Goya Street, Arabic House, Bullring Las Ventas

    Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

    You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

    Walking tour (self-paid)

    • Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor

    • Frequency: Once every day

    • Duration: 2 hours

    Art Walk Pass

    Unlock entry to the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums with a single pass, giving you access to centuries of European art in one seamless experience. At the Prado Museum, view over 2,000 works, including masterpieces like The Garden of Earthly Delights, Saturn Devouring His Son, and Las Meninas. Visit the Reina Sofia Museum and discover iconic 20th-century Spanish art by Picasso, Dalí, and Miró, housed in a former hospital with vaulted hallways and courtyards. Explore one of the world’s most valuable private art collections inside the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, featuring works by Monet, Van Gogh, and Picasso.

  • What to bring

    Art Walk Pass

    • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

    • Have your smartphone with the digital ticket ready to present at each museum.

    What's not allowed

    Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

    • Smoking, large suitcases, or packages are not allowed on the buses.

    Art Walk Pass

    • Tripods, selfie sticks, and flash photography are prohibited at all three museums.

    • Food & drinks are not allowed inside all three museums. Each has a few dining options if you want to grab a bite.

    Accessibility

    Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

    • This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.

    Art Walk Pass

    • All three venues are wheelchair-accessible.

    • Guide dogs and emotional support animals are allowed, subject to a valid medical certificate.

    Additional information

    Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

    • Small pets and animals in kennels or carriers are permitted onboard.

    • Kindly note that the guided walking tour includes a small fee and mandatory registration. More details will be available on the bus.

    • The complimentary drink can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.

    • Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, will be shared post-booking.

    Art Walk Pass

    • Your Art Walk Pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase. However, keep in mind that you can only enter each museum once.

    • Children under 18 accompanied by an adult can enter for free by visiting the designated ticket office.

    • Show your smartphone ticket at each museum; at Thyssen, enter directly, while at Prado and Reina Sofía, you must exchange your voucher at the designated ticket offices.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

    Madrid City Tour 1 or 2 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    Display either a mobile or printed voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.

    Validity

    • Please carry a printout of the voucher along with a valid photo ID and display the same to the driver while boarding the bus from any one of the designated stops.

    • Your ticket is valid for 1 or 2 days depending on the option selected during purchase.

    Art Walk for the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia

    How To Use Your Tickets

    • You will receive an email with your Paseo Del Arte ticket voucher.

    • Show your voucher at Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum to enter.

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