Guided Tours

Royal Palace of Madrid Private Guided Tour

Skip the ticket lines and explore the Royal Palace of Madrid on a 2-hour private tour led by an expert guide dedicated to your group.

Walk through ornate spaces including the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and Royal Apartments while uncovering centuries of Spanish royal history.

See works by Goya and Velázquez alongside historic tapestries, clocks, ceremonial arms, and other treasures from the royal collections.

Get more personalized commentary and opportunities to engage with your guide than you would on a standard shared group tour.

Choose a tour in a choice of four languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Italian, to ensure you understand every bit of the guide's insights.

Skip-the-line entry to Royal Palace of Madrid

Private guided tour of Royal Palace

Expert English, Spanish, French, and Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Food and drinks

Luggage, large bags and suitcases

Photography and video recording

Pets, except for registered service animals

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Step inside one of Europe's best-preserved royal palaces and discover the history, grandeur, and artistic treasures of the Spanish monarchy with an expert guide.

Getting started

Meet your guide outside Opera Metro Station in Isabel II Square and check in before your scheduled tour. After a brief introduction, enjoy skip-the-line entry into the Royal Palace to begin your guided visit.

What to expect

Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour

The official ceremonial residence of the Spanish royal family and Europe's largest functioning royal palace, renowned for its lavish interiors and historic collections.

Features:

Skip-the-line entry: Breeze past the ticket lines without the wait, giving you more time to explore the palace and the best Madrid has to offer over the course of your day.

Royal State Rooms: Walk through the magnificent Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and Royal Apartments while learning about centuries of royal ceremonies and traditions.

Royal Collections: Admire paintings by Goya and Velázquez, historic tapestries, ornate clocks, ceremonial swords, armor, and other priceless royal artifacts.

Language options: The tour is available in four languages: English, Spanish, French, and Italian, allowing you to fully customize your experience.

What to bring

ID: Carry a valid ID along with your voucher on the day of your tour.

Footwear: Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour involves extensive walking through the palace's interiors and grounds.

What’s not allowed

Consumables: Food and drinks are not allowed inside the Royal Palace.

Luggage: Luggage, large bags, and suitcases are not permitted, and there is no left-luggage service available.

Photography: Photography and video recording are strictly prohibited inside the palace.

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

Accessibility

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

Additional information

Meeting point: Meet your guide at Isabel II Square, outside the Opera Metro Station, at the time listed on your voucher.

Duration: The guided tour lasts a total of about two hours.

Security screening: Your tickets let you skip the ticket queues, but you will still need to go through the security checks upon entry.

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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