Madrid Royal Palace Tickets

4.8
(595 Reviews)

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Wheelchair accessible
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Experience Highlights

Stroll through the largest royal residence in Western Europe with this fast-track ticket to the Royal Palace of Madrid. Explore the interior of this luxurious palace at your own pace and visit elegant rooms such as the Royal Armoury and the Crown Room.

Discover every nook and cranny and the unique treasures of this palatial residence, and step into the stately galleries to admire the works of art on display. Marvel at objects of great historical value and discover other impressive highlights with a digital audio guide, which you can hire on site for around €3:

Remember to arrive 15 minutes before the start time and show your digital ticket at the individual visitors’ entrance on the Almudena esplanade. You’ll also need to show the PDF ticket you’ll receive by email. Children under 5, disabled visitors with a carer, and the unemployed can enter for free (provided they have supporting documentation).

  • Visit one of the Spanish royal family’s residences with this skip-the-queue ticket to the Royal Palace of Madrid. (Please note that you’ll need to go through a security check, which may cause some delay).
  • Stroll through the corridors as if you were royalty and explore the more than 3,000 elegant rooms.
  • Admire works of art by great painters such as Goya, Velázquez and Caravaggio, amongst others.
  • Discover this monument with a digital audio guide available for hire on site and a downloadable brochure containing information about the city’s royal palaces

What’s included

  • Fast-track tickets for the Royal Palace in Madrid
  • Downloadable leaflet with information on the Royal Palaces in the city and the surrounding area
  • Digital audio guide on a tablet (if you hire it on site)
  • Access to the Royal Gardens

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Keep in mind you need to arrive 15 minutes before start

Step by Step

Discover the history of one of the world’s largest palaces with this fast-track ticket to the Royal Palace of Madrid. Enjoy this skip-the-queue ticket and explore the interior of this magnificent 11th-century historic building. Explore its more than 135,000 square metres at your own pace and visit the more than 3,000 rooms that have witnessed the history of Spain.

Discover every nook and cranny, work of art and unique treasure during this visit with a downloadable brochure, which includes information about the Royal Palace and its surroundings. Or, if you prefer, hire an audio guide to gain a deeper insight into the history of this historic building.

With your ticket to this official residence in the heart of Madrid, you’ll walk through what was once the home of some of Europe’s most enigmatic monarchs. You’ll be able to visit its intricately detailed and elegant rooms, such as the Royal Armoury, the Crown Room, and many more. You’ll explore the extensive royal collections and admire the most iconic symbols of the Spanish monarchy, as well as the weapons and armour of the Spanish kings.

You’ll make your way through all its different rooms and take in the period décor and artefacts. Marvel at the walls and ceilings adorned with majestic Rococo-style frescoes and admire its extensive art collection, featuring paintings and frescoes by artists such as Velázquez, Goya, Caravaggio and Sorolla. Head up to the top floor and enjoy the stunning views of Madrid city centre.

During your visit, you’ll receive a downloadable leaflet with interesting information about the city’s Royal Palaces and the surrounding area, so you can discover other historical monuments. If you’d also like to learn more about the history of this historic building, opt for a digital audio guide.

In addition to all this, you can enhance your experience by combining your palace ticket with other attractions in Madrid, such as tickets to the Prado Museum, panoramic bus tours with audio guides and much more.

Reviews

4.8
· 595 Reviews
  • N
    N.
    5
    I recommend going early in the morning to enjoy every part of the palace at your leisure. It is very important to get your tickets in advance to avoid the queues.
  • J
    J.
    5
    Not to be missed if you want to learn about the most important aspects of the history of Spain and Europe in general. Very interesting
  • M
    M.
    4
    Beautiful place, inside it is very luxurious and striking. I went with my boyfriend who was visiting Europe for the first time and he loved it.
  • J
    J.
    5
    From the moment we booked until we entered the palace the service we received was impeccable. We have not had a single problem and have enjoyed every minute of our visit.

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Other Things You Should Know

  • Audio guide available in multiple languages.
  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • All visitors must pass through a security check before entering the Royal Palace.
  • For reduced-price or free admission, you must bring valid proof of eligibility.
  • The Royal Palace in Madrid is closed on 1, 5, 6 and 23 January.

Cancellation Policy

This activity is non-cancellable and will not be refunded.

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