Guided Tours

Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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.

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10:00am - 06:00pm

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Guided tour

4.4/5

(4,311)

Daikel

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

I had a wonderful experience visiting the Royal Palace of Madrid. The tour was very well organized and informative, and the palace itself is absolutely stunning. The architecture, artwork, and decorations are breathtaking, and each room has so much history behind it. Our guide was knowledgeable and explained everything clearly, which made the visit even more interesting. I especially enjoyed learning about the Spanish royal family and the historical significance of the palace. Overall, it was an amazing and unforgettable experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Madrid, especially if you are interested in history, culture, and beautiful landmarks.

Nikolaos

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Sergio was simply amazing, possibly the best guide we had ever encountered. His education in Art and History served him right, while, at the same time, he took time to know the group, had the right balance of jokes and substance, was smart and always connected the dots, when people asked questions, as to why they were asking them and what they really meant, and also how their questions were linked with their background and historical context of their own countries' history. Ask for Sergio and you will not regret it. Nikos M. (CL => Chamions League)

James

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We had an enjoyable and knowledgeable tour with Raphael. We loved his stories, the information he provided on our walk to the Palace and while we were in the Palace. Skipping the queue was great and he always position us well. Very interesting Royal families! We headed back to the Markets after visiting the gardens of the Palace. Thank you Raphael for an enjoyable morning.

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, and Spanish-choose your perfect language fit.

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

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

Private guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid with skip-the-line entry (as per option selected)

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

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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
Daikel
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I had a wonderful experience visiting the Royal Palace of Madrid. The tour was very well organized and informative, and the palace itself is absolutely stunning. The architecture, artwork, and decorations are breathtaking, and each room has so much history behind it. Our guide was knowledgeable and explained everything clearly, which made the visit even more interesting. I especially enjoyed learning about the Spanish royal family and the historical significance of the palace. Overall, it was an amazing and unforgettable experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Madrid, especially if you are interested in history, culture, and beautiful landmarks.
Luigi
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It is difficult to describe the magnificence of this Royal residence; one absolutely must visit it to understand Spanish history and pride. It was very flattering, as an Italian/Campan, to find there many masterpieces by painters and craftsmen from the Kingdom of Naples. Special thanks to our guide, Daniel, for his professionalism.
Tejas
Dec 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The guide though knowledgeable was not able to handle such a big group. We felt very rushed and couple of times had to find where the guide was as we were not able to hear him. Other experiences we have had with such tours, the guide use to wait for everybody to come, this one was rushed as if he just wanted to finish the tour.
Michele
Dec 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Knowledge of Diana was great, made whole trip entertaining and educational bringing to life Spanish royal history. One small thing, no sign on arrival so confusing as to where guide was. Queues were enormous so picking this trip was very worthwhile bypassing them with group entry.
Bruno
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The guide was very clear and objective on the tour of the Prado Museum, which is very good. I liked the directions during the walking tour. Everything went well at the Royal Palace too.

Skip the line and discover the Royal Palace of Madrid, the largest palace in Western Europe, on a guided tour.

Getting started

The final meeting point details will be shared along with your voucher once your reservation is confirmed.

What to expect

Royal Palace of Madrid

Step inside Spain’s official royal residence, a monumental palace spanning 199,000 square meters and housing 3,478 rooms. This historic site stands as a symbol of Spanish heritage and royal tradition.

Features

Stradivarius Collection: View a rare set of Stradivarius instruments, prized for their craftsmanship and musical legacy.

Art and Tapestries: Explore galleries filled with paintings, sculptures, and intricate tapestries that showcase Spain’s artistic evolution.

Grand Architecture: Marvel at the palace’s vast halls, ceremonial rooms, and ornate interiors reflecting centuries of royal history.

Multilingual Audio Guide: Access in-depth commentary in Spanish, Italian, English, French, and German for a richer understanding of each highlight.

Accessibility: The tour is wheelchair accessible, ensuring all guests can enjoy the experience.

Flexible Booking: Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and the option to reserve now, pay later, offer added peace of mind.

Choose your preferred language for a guided tour or explore independently—either way, you’ll uncover the stories and treasures of Madrid’s royal heart.

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.

Royal Palace of Madrid

Monday	10:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 03:00pm	last entry 02:00pm
Thursday	Closed
Friday	10:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Saturday	10:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Sunday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm

What to bring

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

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

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Royal Palace.

Accessibility

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

Additional information

Reserve your spot now and pay later to keep your travel plans flexible.

Guided tours are available in English, Spanish, French, and Italian—check your ticket for language details.

The experience includes skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Madrid.

The palace features 3,478 rooms and covers 199,000 square meters, with collections of musical instruments, artworks, and historical artifacts.

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.

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.