Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour & Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Day Experience
Duration
Free cancellation
Guided tour
4.5/5(2,360)
Michael W
Georgios P
Maggie M
Elizabeth B
Nina B
Vinion R
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Enjoy pre-recorded commentary for detailed insights in 10 languages, letting you discover what makes Madrid such a culturally diverse city.
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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.
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Royal Palace of Madrid
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Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid with skip-the-line entry
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Expert English-speaking guide
Big Bus: Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
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Access to Blue, Orange, and Purple routes
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Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Korean
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Free Wi-Fi and wired headphones onboard
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Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- 2,360 reviews4.5
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Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Canada and over 65 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
EElizabeth B
SoloVerified bookingJun 20265/5Jose is an outstanding guide: knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. He gave one of the most comprehensive overviews of the history of Spain with an easily understandable, enjoyable delivery. I'm so glad I saw this palace, it's one of the nicest ones I've ever seen, and exceptionally grateful I did so with this tour company and with Jose as the guide.MMaggie M
GroupVerified booking6 days ago4/5It was a good tour. Not sure if it was worth it. Guide walked too fast so she was ahead of us and the audio would cut out so I'd miss what she said. She also ended 30 min early and seemed like she was rushing out of there and didn't want to finish the tour. You need a palace tour for sure, but not with this company!MMichael W
GroupVerified bookingLast week5/5We had a great visit to the Royal Palace of Madrid using the guided tour with skip the line tickets. Meeting point was a few minutes walk from the tower, but the guide used this time to give some history of the Palace. Guide was good and kept a good pace, nothing felt rushed and we had chance to see everything.GGeorgios P
SoloVerified booking4 days ago5/5Lei was a great tour guide, she explained to us perfectly and yet simply about the palace and she communicated the history effectively. Also, she handled a tough day with an unusually big amount of tourists well. Also, the use of earbuds for us to listen well was very smart. Overall a great experience.NNina B
CoupleVerified bookingJun 20265/5The tour was very organized, from the time we left the meeting point until the tour ended. Rocio provided a great blend of history and gossip, highlighting various pieces of art throughout the Palace. It's just the right amount of time to spend in the Palace.
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)
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First bus: 9:30am from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)
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Last bus: 6:30pm from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)
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Frequency: Every 30 mins
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Popular stops: Royal Palace of Madrid, Plaza de España, Plaza Mayor, Puerta de Toledo
Hop-on Hop-off tour - Blue Route (Modern Madrid)
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First bus: 10am from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)
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Last bus: 6:10pm from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)
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Frequency: Every 70 mins
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Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Museo Lázaro Galdiano, Museo Arqueológico Nacional, Colón
Hop-on Hop-off tour - Orange Route (Madrid Highlights)
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First bus: 10am from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)
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Last bus: 6pm from Stop #1 (Neptuno, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo)
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Frequency: Every 60 mins
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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.
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What to bring
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ID: Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
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Headphones: Bring your own headphones if you plan to use the digital audio guide, as headphones are not provided.
What’s not allowed
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Pets: Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
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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
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Wheelchair accessibility: This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller-accessible.
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Guide dogs: For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Additional information
Royal Palace of Madrid
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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.
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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
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Christmas closure: The tour does not operate on Christmas (December 25).
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Potential road closures: Local events might affect service due to road closures.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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