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Combo (Save 5%): Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour & Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Day Experience

4.6/5(2,574)

Maria N

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Very, very good... highly recommended. Our guide, Beatriz, did a great job. Engaging and lively... I'm Spanish, but I had an English speaker with me. She was very happy, and I, having already been to the Royal Palace before, really enjoyed it too! I give it 5 stars.

Stacey C

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

Excellent small group tour of the Palacio Real! Macarena was a fantastic tour guide. Her explanation of the history behind the art and architecture made visiting the palace that much richer. We learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed our time at the palace. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone!

Desiree A

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We thought it was fantastic. We hadn't expected much from it. It's a sight we wanted to see, but guide Benny narrated it so engagingly and wittily that it turned into an amazing trip. His English was also exceptionally good and easy to hear, since we were provided with audio headsets.

Debra B

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

The tour was organized and I like the fact we used ear buds to hear the tour guide because it can get very crowded. We stayed together as a group. The tour lasted longer than I expected but that was good because we learned more about the palace.

Mr John P

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We really enjoyed the whole tour. The guide Jesus (apparently his genuine name) gave excellent historical information about old Madrid and of course the Royal Palace itself. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Would definitely recommend.

Gary C

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It certainly wasn't a smooth entry but the visit was made even better by our guide Eva who was extremely knowledgeable informative and injected some humor into the tour.

Combine a guided tour of the iconic Royal Palace of Madrid with a 24-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus tour of Madrid in a single ticket with a 5% discount.

Skip the long ticket queues upon entering the Royal Palace and tour its opulent rooms and galleries with expert commentary from an English-speaking guide.

Enjoy 24 hours of unlimited Hop-on Hop-off access across three routes in Madrid, all covering the city's key landmarks, with a bus frequency of 30 minutes.

Enjoy pre-recorded commentary for detailed insights in 10 languages, letting you discover what makes Madrid such a culturally diverse city.

You get free Wi-Fi on the bus, along with wired headphones and a mobile app with live tracking so you can plan your day down to the minute.

Royal Palace of Madrid

Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid with skip-the-line entry

Expert English-speaking guide

Big Bus: Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

Access to Blue, Orange, and Purple routes

Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Korean

Free Wi-Fi and wired headphones onboard

Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Dennis B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. We did the Royal Palace tour in Madrid. It was nice to skip the line by being part of a tour. She was able to provide information about every room we visited. She was funny and kept everything light. Would recommend for anyone wanting to visit the palace.
Desiree A
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
We thought it was fantastic. We hadn't expected much from it. It's a sight we wanted to see, but guide Benny narrated it so engagingly and wittily that it turned into an amazing trip. His English was also exceptionally good and easy to hear, since we were provided with audio headsets.
Stefan C
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Visiting the Royal Palace was an incredible experience for us; we really liked the guide, who presented the information in a comprehensive yet entertaining way. We will be back in the coming years!
Leen B
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The guide was super enthusiastic, passionate, and pleasant to listen to! Highly recommended! A great personality, Raffa ❤️
Scott B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was a beautiful day and a fun tour of the palace and the surrounding neighborhood. Our guide was extremely friendly and knowledgeable.

A combo ticket that pairs Madrid's most iconic royal landmark with flexible city sightseeing. Explore the Royal Palace with an expert guide, then hop on and off the Big Bus tour to discover Madrid's museums, plazas, and neighborhoods at your own pace, all without the hassle of booking separate tickets.

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

The Blue Route introduces you to Madrid's grand boulevards and modern districts, with stops near Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the National Archaeological Museum, and Plaza de Colón. The Green Route takes you through the city's historic heart, stopping close to the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Puerta de Toledo, and other landmarks that showcase Madrid's royal and cultural heritage.

Hop-on Hop-off tour - Purple Route (Historic Madrid)

First bus: 9:30am from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)

Last bus: 6:30pm from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)

Frequency: Every 30 mins

Popular stops: Royal Palace of Madrid, Plaza de España, Plaza Mayor, Puerta de Toledo

Hop-on Hop-off tour - Blue Route (Modern Madrid)

First bus: 10am from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)

Last bus: 6:10pm from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)

Frequency: Every 70 mins

Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Museo Lázaro Galdiano, Museo Arqueológico Nacional, Colón

Hop-on Hop-off tour - Orange Route (Madrid Highlights)

First bus: 10am from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)

Last bus: 6pm from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)

Frequency: Every 60 mins

Popular stops: Las Ventas Bullring, Palacio de Cristal, Atocha Station, Cibeles Palace

Royal Palace of Madrid

The Royal Palace of Madrid is Spain's largest royal residence and a showcase of centuries of royal grandeur. Inside, magnificent chandeliers illuminate lavish halls adorned with frescoes, marble staircases, and gilded ceilings. Each room reveals another chapter of Spain's monarchy, from the opulent Throne Room and elegant Banquet Hall to the remarkable Royal Armoury filled with ceremonial weapons and armor. As you move through its richly decorated interiors, you'll discover exquisite artworks, priceless furnishings, and the grandeur that continues to define one of Europe's most impressive royal palaces.

What to bring

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

Headphones: Bring your own headphones if you plan to use the digital audio guide, as headphones are not provided.

What’s not allowed

Pets: Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Food & beverages: Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Royal Palace.

Accessibility

Royal Palace of Madrid

Wheelchair accessible: The Royal Palace of Madrid is wheelchair accessible, with facilities available for visitors with mobility needs.

Bug Bus: Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Wheelchair accessibility: This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller-accessible.

Guide dogs: For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

Royal Palace of Madrid

Note: Free Royal Palace of Madrid entry Mon–Thu for EU & Ibero-American citizens with valid ID: Oct–Mar: 4pm–6pm | Apr–Sep: 6pm–8pm.

Free entry is available for children under 5, ICOM/ICOMOS members, official tour guides, teachers, unemployed individuals (with proof), and people with disabilities (33%+), along with one essential companion if stated on their certificate.

Bug Bus: Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Christmas closure: The tour does not operate on Christmas (December 25).

Potential road closures: Local events might affect service due to road closures.

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