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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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Royal Palace of Madrid exterior with garden and reflecting pool.
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate ceiling and grand staircase.
Royal Palace of Madrid dining hall with chandeliers and ornate decor.
Throne room with ornate gold decor inside Royal Palace of Madrid.
Warrior and horse armors on display at Royal Armory, Royal Palace of Madrid.
Royal crown on display at the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Grand staircase with ornate lamps in the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Ceiling fresco in the Royal Palace of Madrid depicting mythological scenes.
Hall of columns with chandeliers and statue, Royal Palace of Madrid.
Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard with tourists, Spain.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Skip the lines and step straight into the Royal Palace of Madrid, with fast-access entry included in every ticket.

  • Marvel at the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and the lavish Private Royal Apartments, each echoing centuries of Spanish history.

  • Admire masterpieces by artists like Goya and Giordano, plus ancient tapestries and ornate royal furniture throughout the palace.

  • The Royal Armory showcases suits of armor, musical instruments, and royal treasures, offering a glimpse into regal life.

  • Choose from self-guided, audio-guided, or expert-led English tours, or add Royal Kitchen access for a deeper experience.

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  • Skip the lines and step straight into the Royal Palace of Madrid, with fast-access entry included in every ticket.

  • Marvel at the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and the lavish Private Royal Apartments, each echoing centuries of Spanish history.

  • Admire masterpieces by artists like Goya and Giordano, plus ancient tapestries and ornate royal furniture throughout the palace.

  • The Royal Armory showcases suits of armor, musical instruments, and royal treasures, offering a glimpse into regal life.

  • Choose from self-guided, audio-guided, or expert-led English tours, or add Royal Kitchen access for a deeper experience.

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€18
Visitors exploring the ornate hall of the Royal Palace of Madrid with chandeliers and statues.
Guide explaining history to tourists inside Royal Palace of Madrid.
Throne room with ornate gold decor inside Royal Palace of Madrid.
Dining room with chandeliers and ornate decor inside Royal Palace of Madrid.
Royal Palace of Madrid room with ornate chandeliers, gilded mirrors, and red velvet decor.
Gasparini's Hall interior with ornate furniture and detailed wall designs, Royal Palace Madrid.
Tour group inside the Royal Palace of Madrid during a guided visit.
Royal Palace of Madrid ornate room with decorative walls and antique furniture.
Guards at the entrance of the Royal Palace of Madrid during a guided tour.
Tourists viewing art in the Royal Palace of Madrid corridor.
Hall of columns with chandeliers and statue, Royal Palace of Madrid.
Ornate gold furniture in a lavish room inside the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Visitors on a guided tour inside the Royal Palace of Madrid, viewing ornate displays.
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate ceiling and grand staircase.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Skip the line and step inside the Royal Palace of Madrid, Western Europe’s largest royal residence.

  • Explore 3,478 rooms and 199,000 square meters, including grand halls, art-filled galleries, and royal collections with an expert guide in your language

  • Guided tours are available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or as a bilingual experience-choose your perfect language fit.

  • Marvel at the palace’s unique Stradivarius instruments and an impressive display of paintings, sculptures, and tapestries.

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  • Skip the line and step inside the Royal Palace of Madrid, Western Europe’s largest royal residence.

  • Explore 3,478 rooms and 199,000 square meters, including grand halls, art-filled galleries, and royal collections with an expert guide in your language

  • Guided tours are available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or as a bilingual experience-choose your perfect language fit.

  • Marvel at the palace’s unique Stradivarius instruments and an impressive display of paintings, sculptures, and tapestries.

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€24.66
Royal Palace of Madrid exterior with fountain and gardens.
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate ceiling and grand staircase.
Royal Collection Gallery entrance with visitors outside in Madrid, Spain.
Royal Collections Gallery in Madrid featuring a historic carriage and portrait.
Royal Palace of Madrid room with ornate chandeliers, gilded mirrors, and red velvet decor.
Royal Palace of Madrid grand staircase with visitors exploring the ornate interior.
Caravaggio painting of Salome with John the Baptist's head, featured in Gallery of Royal Collections tour.
Royal Palace of Madrid tour group under ornate chandelier in opulent room.
Knight armor on horseback display at Royal Collections Gallery exhibition.
Exterior of the Gallery of Royal Collections in Madrid with modern architecture.
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Flexible duration
  • Combo tickets grant entry to both the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Royal Collections Gallery, plus all exhibitions.

  • Explore 650 works of art, from paintings and sculptures to tapestries and decorative arts, across both venues.

  • Marvel at masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Caravaggio, Titian, Bosch, Luisa Roldán, and El Greco.

  • Interactive exhibits and immersive 360º projections bring Spain’s royal history and architecture to life.

  • Choose a guided tour in English or Spanish for expert insights into the palace and gallery collections.

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  • Combo tickets grant entry to both the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Royal Collections Gallery, plus all exhibitions.

  • Explore 650 works of art, from paintings and sculptures to tapestries and decorative arts, across both venues.

  • Marvel at masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Caravaggio, Titian, Bosch, Luisa Roldán, and El Greco.

  • Interactive exhibits and immersive 360º projections bring Spain’s royal history and architecture to life.

  • Choose a guided tour in English or Spanish for expert insights into the palace and gallery collections.

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€14.77
Madrid panoramic bus tour and Royal Palace of Madrid.
Red double-decker bus on Madrid city tour passing historic buildings.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of Madrid's Royal Palace.
Royal Palace of Madrid facade with Spanish flag under blue sky.
Grand staircase inside the Royal Palace of Madrid with ornate chandeliers and royal emblems.
Red double-decker bus for Madrid Hop On Hop Off tour parked on a city street.
Red double-decker hop-on hop-off bus in Madrid near historic buildings.
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with ornate ceiling and grand staircase.
Throne room with ornate chandeliers and gilded mirrors in Royal Palace of Madrid.
Ceiling fresco and ornate architecture inside the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Dining hall with chandeliers and long table inside Royal Palace of Madrid.
Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard with tourists, Spain.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • 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.

from €46
€43.20

6% off

Flamenco dancers performing on stage and exterior view of the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Flamenco dancer performing at Torres Bermejas in a red polka dot dress.
Tourists dining at Torres Bermejas Flamenco show in Madrid.
Tourists at the Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard, Spain, with skip-the-line access.
Main staircase of the Royal Palace of Madrid with visitors exploring the ornate architecture.
Flamenco dancer performing at Torres Bermejas Flamenco Show in Madrid.
Colorful flamenco dancer mural inside Torres Bermejas, Madrid.
Dining area with ornate decor at Torres Bermejas Flamenco, Madrid.
Hall of columns with chandeliers and statue, Royal Palace of Madrid.
Throne room with ornate red and gold decor at Royal Palace of Madrid.
Crown of Charles III displayed inside the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Flexible duration
  • 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 authentic Spanish performances for decades.

  • 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 authentic Spanish performances for decades.

  • 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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€47
Visitors viewing modern art at Reina Sofia Museum, Madrid.
Facade of Prado Museum in Madrid with detailed neoclassical architecture and statue.
Prado Museum gallery with classical paintings and sculptures on display.
Exterior view of the Thyssen Museum in Madrid with red brick facade.
Thyssen Bornemisza Museum gallery room with paintings on display in Madrid.
Reina Sofia Museum entrance with glass elevators and visitors in Madrid.
Visitor admiring Velázquez's "Las Meninas" at the Prado Museum in Madrid.
Tourists viewing art inside Prado Museum, Madrid day tour.
Prado Museum's "La Maja Desnuda" painting in Madrid, Spain.
Visitors viewing classic art exhibits at Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain.
Painting of a nude figure in a gold frame at Prado Museum, part of Paseo del Arte pass.
Thyssen Museum gallery with classic and modern paintings on display.
Thyssen Museum gallery with paintings on orange walls in Madrid, Spain.
Reina Sofia Museum art display featuring historical posters.
Visitors on a guided tour at Prado Museum viewing surrealist painting.
Visitors viewing Picasso's Guernica at Reina Sofia Museum, part of Paseo del Arte 3-Museum Pass.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • 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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€38
Royal Palace of Madrid exterior and Liria Palace interior room with red chairs and artwork.
Grand staircase inside Royal Palace of Madrid with visitors ascending.
Royal Palace of Madrid interior with grand chandeliers and statues, part of a combo tour with Royal Collections Gallery.
Photos and paintings in an ornate room at Liria Palace, featuring classic furniture and decor.
Colorful sculpture in Liria Palace interior, Madrid, with classical statues and ornate decor.
Paintings in Liria Palace featuring a man with a dog and a child on a horse.
Ceiling fresco and ornate architecture inside the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Royal dining room with chandeliers and ornate decor, Royal Palace of Madrid state room.
Chandelier in the library of Liria Palace, Madrid, surrounded by bookshelves.
Sculpture of large metallic high heels in ornate room at Liria Palace, Madrid.
Painting in golden frame at Liria Palace, Madrid.
Royal artworks and furnishings in Liria Palace's ornate room.
Trinket box with intricate geometric design at Liria Palace, Madrid.
Historical helmet in Doge's Palace armory, Venice, with intricate engravings.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Discover two of Madrid’s most iconic palaces with one great-value combo ticket that brings Spain’s royal and aristocratic heritage to life.

  • Wander through 14 rooms at Liria Palace, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and a rare first edition of Don Quixote.

  • Your Liria Palace audio guide covers 200 artworks, the Joana Vasconcelos exhibition, and access to the private chapel and gardens.

  • Skip the lines and explore the Royal Palace of Madrid’s 3,400 rooms, packed with royal treasures, art, and centuries of Spanish history.

  • Stroll through the elegant Sabatini Gardens, a neoclassical gem beside the Royal Palace, featuring manicured hedges and tranquil fountains.

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  • Discover two of Madrid’s most iconic palaces with one great-value combo ticket that brings Spain’s royal and aristocratic heritage to life.

  • Wander through 14 rooms at Liria Palace, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and a rare first edition of Don Quixote.

  • Your Liria Palace audio guide covers 200 artworks, the Joana Vasconcelos exhibition, and access to the private chapel and gardens.

  • Skip the lines and explore the Royal Palace of Madrid’s 3,400 rooms, packed with royal treasures, art, and centuries of Spanish history.

  • Stroll through the elegant Sabatini Gardens, a neoclassical gem beside the Royal Palace, featuring manicured hedges and tranquil fountains.

from €41
€38.95

5% off

Tour group exploring the Royal Palace of Madrid's ornate room with guide.
Royal Palace of Madrid facade with Spanish flag, highlighting its grand architecture.
Visitors viewing a painting at Prado Museum, part of the "Skip The Line" Royal Palace + Prado Museum tour.
Statue of Velázquez in front of Prado Museum, Madrid.
Group on a guided tour at the Prado Museum, Madrid, listening to a guide in a sunlit hallway.
Royal crown on display at the Royal Palace of Madrid with tour group in background.
Tour group admiring ornate throne room in the Royal Palace of Madrid, Spain.
Interior of Royal Palace of Madrid with ornate decor, chandeliers, and antique furniture.
Prado Museum entrance with visitors and statue in Madrid, Spain.
Interior of Prado Museum gallery with classical sculptures and paintings.
Las Meninas painting at Prado Museum, featuring a young girl surrounded by attendants.
Tour group enjoying a guided visit inside the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Ceiling fresco and ornate details in the Royal Palace of Madrid during a guided tour.
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4 hr
1 more
  • Skip the ticket lines and enjoy an immersive and insightful guided tour of Madrid’s Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Discover key masterpieces inside the Prado Museum, home to iconic works by Spanish and European artists like El Greco and Velázquez, among others.

  • Walk through the various chambers inside the palatial Royal Palace, the largest functional royal palace in all of Europe.

  • Take yourself back in time as you explore the arms at the Royal Armory, and explore chambers like the Royal Chapel, the Throne Room, and the various State Rooms.

  • With transfers from the palace to the museum, you get to enjoy views of Madrid’s bustling city center.

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  • Skip the ticket lines and enjoy an immersive and insightful guided tour of Madrid’s Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Discover key masterpieces inside the Prado Museum, home to iconic works by Spanish and European artists like El Greco and Velázquez, among others.

  • Walk through the various chambers inside the palatial Royal Palace, the largest functional royal palace in all of Europe.

  • Take yourself back in time as you explore the arms at the Royal Armory, and explore chambers like the Royal Chapel, the Throne Room, and the various State Rooms.

  • With transfers from the palace to the museum, you get to enjoy views of Madrid’s bustling city center.

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€66
Royal Palace of Madrid facade with Spanish flag, highlighting fast track ticket access.
Royal Palace facade with dome, Madrid, viewed through tree branches.
Royal Palace interior with ornate ceiling and columns, featuring detailed frescoes and gold accents.
Royal Palace ceiling fresco with mythological figures and ornate gold detailing.
Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard with visitors, highlighting fast track ticket access.
Flexible duration
  • Save time and head right into the Royal Palace with fast-track access to this stunning attraction.

  • Discover this magnificent palace and explore the Royal Kitchen, with a Spanish-speaking guide, an attraction recently made accessible to the public.

  • Admire several beautiful paintings by renowned artists such as Juan de Flandes and Caravaggio.

  • Catch unparalleled views of Madrid and the surrounding countryside from the courtyard of the palace.

  • Visit the throne room, banqueting rooms, the Royal Armoury, and the pharmacy inside the palace.

More details

  • Save time and head right into the Royal Palace with fast-track access to this stunning attraction.

  • Discover this magnificent palace and explore the Royal Kitchen, with a Spanish-speaking guide, an attraction recently made accessible to the public.

  • Admire several beautiful paintings by renowned artists such as Juan de Flandes and Caravaggio.

  • Catch unparalleled views of Madrid and the surrounding countryside from the courtyard of the palace.

  • Visit the throne room, banqueting rooms, the Royal Armoury, and the pharmacy inside the palace.

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€21

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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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Diego Viegas Veras
BR

Diego

Brazil
Jul 2025
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Booking on Headout is very easy and fulfills its promise (skip-the-line access). A very important attraction for learning how the Royal Palace works and how Spanish history unfolds.
Sally squires
AU

Sally

Australia
May 2025
5/5
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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)
Guerrino P
IT

Guerrino

Italy
Jun 2025
5/5
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To say visiting the Royal Palace of Spain is an extraordinary thing, especially when accompanied by a prepared patient and clear person. Added value to the experience was your staff, whom we waited in front of the palace instead of going to their headquarters. Arriving at the venue late, one of the staff accompanied us to the group that had already left, crossing before the entrance to the palace. Bravo
Jose Manuel Mendez Duran
PR

Jose

Puerto Rico
Jun 2025
5/5
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Today, June 3rd, we had an unforgettable visit to the Royal Palace of Madrid, English Guided Tour thanks to Carla, our guide of Satguru Travels and Tour. Her knowledge, passion, and warmth brought the history to life in every room we visited at the Palace. Clear explanations, kind attitude, and contagious enthusiasm. An exceptional guide who truly made a difference! 25314403
Jeffrey Alan Poole

Jeffrey

Mar 2025
5/5
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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.
Miranda Cox
GB

Miranda

United Kingdom
Aug 2025
5/5
Very easy to book tickets. Saved money and time. No queuing. The app was easy to access. The three art museums were incredible. Plan a lot of time to see the exhibitions. The museums are huge! Fantastic
Stephanie Thorne
GB

Stephanie

United Kingdom
May 2025
5/5
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
Robert Graham
US

Robert

United States
Nov 2024
5/5
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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