Guided Tours

Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Name: Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Start: 2025-10-19T11:00:00
End: 2025-10-19T13:00:00
Location: Madrid

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.

Duration

1 hr 30 min - 5 hr

Open today

10:00am - 06:00pm

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

4.4/5

(4,308)

Kate

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

I really enjoyed the tour of the Palaccio Real and the guide was very knowledgeable. However due to limited mobility I arranged to meet the tour at the Palace entrance . However I had to wait for 35 minutes with no resting place before the guide and tourists arrived. The actual Palace tour took nearly two hours so I was exhausted. Despite the extra time required (and energy) , I recommend a visit to the Palaccio Real

Stephan

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We had many tours in Madrid and this was the best tour. Our guide Roccio was great. Very friendly and informative, she presented the facts with a great sense of humor and not just dryly one point after another. The palace is really worth a visit. We have paid much more for less. It is really worth it.

Maria

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

So easy to book and the meeting place was easy to find. Our guide, Maria was lovely and she was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the palace, its inhabitants over time and the items within. She was kind and did a great job ensuring that everyone in the group was included.

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.

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

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

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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Kate
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
I really enjoyed the tour of the Palaccio Real and the guide was very knowledgeable. However due to limited mobility I arranged to meet the tour at the Palace entrance . However I had to wait for 35 minutes with no resting place before the guide and tourists arrived. The actual Palace tour took nearly two hours so I was exhausted. Despite the extra time required (and energy) , I recommend a visit to the Palaccio Real
Foscaro
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Beautiful tour at the royal palace visit with Mary , our guide . She well explained to us the history and details of the works , furnishings , rooms , furniture and objects of the palace . How enchanting , how much beauty to see . I recommend that you visit it with a guide x you can apreciate and understand so many details more than just a view . Do not miss the visit , it is nothing short of wonderful .
Frances
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We really liked the walking tour prior to our visit to the palace taking in historic places and information. Our tour guide Beatrice was fantastic! Funny, engaging and very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the place tour and would recommend.
Sirpa
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The guide was very good, his skills and his enthusiasm was very nice. It was joy to listen him ! Excellent sence of humour! It was a surprice that we saw so many rooms in the royal palace.
Robert
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Wonderful experience Our guide, Jesus, was a superstar He made the experience informative, funny and very easy to understand

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 - 06:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Thursday	10:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
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.