Royal Palace Of Madrid
The Royal Palace of Madrid hosts several monumental attractions, notably the Grand Staircase, Royal Library, Royal Armory, and Crown Room. With Royal Palace of Madrid tickets, enjoy a guided tour the site, with priority access and combo tours with popular attractions in the city.-
Save time spent in ticket queues. Skip lines and dive right into the regal charm of Europe's largest functioning palace, the Royal Palace of Madrid.
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Wander the many rooms and galleries of the palace, from the Royal Library to the Crown Room, the Royal Armory, the Royal Chapel, and more.
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Witness the artistry of masters like Goya, Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Battista in every fresco, painting, and tapestry that adorns the palace walls.
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Upgrade with an audio guide or a live guide—explore at your own pace or with a friendly expert. The choice is yours!
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Fun fact: The Royal Palace houses the only complete Stradivarius string quartet in the world. If you're lucky you may get to hear it play!
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Save time spent in ticket queues. Skip lines and dive right into the regal charm of Europe's largest functioning palace, the Royal Palace of Madrid.
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Wander the many rooms and galleries of the palace, from the Royal Library to the Crown Room, the Royal Armory, the Royal Chapel, and more.
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Witness the artistry of masters like Goya, Velázquez, Caravaggio, and Battista in every fresco, painting, and tapestry that adorns the palace walls.
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Upgrade with an audio guide or a live guide—explore at your own pace or with a friendly expert. The choice is yours!
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Fun fact: The Royal Palace houses the only complete Stradivarius string quartet in the world. If you're lucky you may get to hear it play!
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Unlock history, not queues! Skip the line and follow an expert to uncover the deepest darkest secrets of the Royal Palace of Madrid.
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Experience the splendor of Spanish Royalty and witness the rich tapestry of Spanish culture and history inside its opulent rooms and galleries.
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Marvel at the throne lounge, royal chapel, and parade grounds adorned with paintings and frescoes made by Goya, Velasquez, and Battista.
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Learn about secret passages commissioned by Napoleon’s brother with a guide available in English, Spanish, French, or Italian. Take your pick!
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Fun fact: The Royal Palace is not where the Spanish royal family lives. Instead, it’s primarily used for state receptions and cultural events.
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Unlock history, not queues! Skip the line and follow an expert to uncover the deepest darkest secrets of the Royal Palace of Madrid.
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Experience the splendor of Spanish Royalty and witness the rich tapestry of Spanish culture and history inside its opulent rooms and galleries.
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Marvel at the throne lounge, royal chapel, and parade grounds adorned with paintings and frescoes made by Goya, Velasquez, and Battista.
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Learn about secret passages commissioned by Napoleon’s brother with a guide available in English, Spanish, French, or Italian. Take your pick!
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Fun fact: The Royal Palace is not where the Spanish royal family lives. Instead, it’s primarily used for state receptions and cultural events.
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Just show your pass and enter Prado Museum, showcasing world-renowned art, including works by Velázquez, Goya, and Titian, all under one roof.
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Dive into art history at the Thyssen Museum! Browse iconic paintings by Titian, Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso among others, spanning over 700 years.
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Visit the Reina Sofía Museum to experience Spain's modern art, including Picasso’s Guernica and surreal masterpieces by Dalí and Miró.
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The card is valid for 1 year from purchase, offering you the freedom to visit at your convenience, no rush, just flexible planning.
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Just show your pass and enter Prado Museum, showcasing world-renowned art, including works by Velázquez, Goya, and Titian, all under one roof.
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Dive into art history at the Thyssen Museum! Browse iconic paintings by Titian, Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso among others, spanning over 700 years.
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Visit the Reina Sofía Museum to experience Spain's modern art, including Picasso’s Guernica and surreal masterpieces by Dalí and Miró.
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The card is valid for 1 year from purchase, offering you the freedom to visit at your convenience, no rush, just flexible planning.
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Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.
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Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.
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Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.
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Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.
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Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).
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Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.
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Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.
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Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.
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Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.
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Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).
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Save time and head right into the Royal Palace with fast-track access to this stunning attraction.
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Discover this magnificent palace and explore the Royal Kitchen, with a Spanish-speaking guide, an attraction recently made accessible to the public.
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Admire several beautiful paintings by renowned artists such as Juan de Flandes and Caravaggio.
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Catch unparalleled views of Madrid and the surrounding countryside from the courtyard of the palace.
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Visit the throne room, banqueting rooms, the Royal Armoury, and the pharmacy inside the palace.
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Save time and head right into the Royal Palace with fast-track access to this stunning attraction.
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Discover this magnificent palace and explore the Royal Kitchen, with a Spanish-speaking guide, an attraction recently made accessible to the public.
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Admire several beautiful paintings by renowned artists such as Juan de Flandes and Caravaggio.
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Catch unparalleled views of Madrid and the surrounding countryside from the courtyard of the palace.
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Visit the throne room, banqueting rooms, the Royal Armoury, and the pharmacy inside the palace.
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Uncover the stories and art inclinations of the Spanish Royalty on an expert-led guided tour of their Royal Palace.
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Bypass queues and get access to the chambers of the Palace - from the Official Lounge and Royal Armories to the Library and Pharmacy of the monarchs.
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Let an expert show you the way around Prado Museum, home to one of the finest collections of European art, spanning 8 centuries.
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Explore Goya's darkest visions and how Rembrandt perfected portrait lighting for photographers. Discover these stories and more in English or Spanish.
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Fun fact: With 3,418 rooms, the Royal Palace of Madrid is Europe’s largest functioning royal palace.
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Uncover the stories and art inclinations of the Spanish Royalty on an expert-led guided tour of their Royal Palace.
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Bypass queues and get access to the chambers of the Palace - from the Official Lounge and Royal Armories to the Library and Pharmacy of the monarchs.
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Let an expert show you the way around Prado Museum, home to one of the finest collections of European art, spanning 8 centuries.
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Explore Goya's darkest visions and how Rembrandt perfected portrait lighting for photographers. Discover these stories and more in English or Spanish.
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Fun fact: With 3,418 rooms, the Royal Palace of Madrid is Europe’s largest functioning royal palace.
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Immerse yourself in a guided tour through Madrid's regal past, exploring the Royal Palace with skip-the-line tickets and the Royal Collections Gallery.
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Marvel at paintings and tapestries in the Royal Collections Gallery, along with other royal treasures, such as pieces of furniture, musical instruments, and the Royal Armory.
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Bypass the crowds with your skip-the-line tickets, offering instant access to royal grandeur and historical masterpieces at the Royal Palace.
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Visit the Throne Room, the Hall of Mirrors, the Banqueting Hall, and the private Royal Apartments, on a guided tour in either English or Spanish.
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Did you know? The Royal Collection Gallery is one of Spain's most important new museums, capturing the artistic essence of Spain's royal history.
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Immerse yourself in a guided tour through Madrid's regal past, exploring the Royal Palace with skip-the-line tickets and the Royal Collections Gallery.
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Marvel at paintings and tapestries in the Royal Collections Gallery, along with other royal treasures, such as pieces of furniture, musical instruments, and the Royal Armory.
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Bypass the crowds with your skip-the-line tickets, offering instant access to royal grandeur and historical masterpieces at the Royal Palace.
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Visit the Throne Room, the Hall of Mirrors, the Banqueting Hall, and the private Royal Apartments, on a guided tour in either English or Spanish.
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Did you know? The Royal Collection Gallery is one of Spain's most important new museums, capturing the artistic essence of Spain's royal history.
- Explore the home of the Spanish monarchs, the Royal Palace and see the opulence of the Private Royal Apartments, Banquet Hall, and the famous Throne Room.
- Admire the ornate 19th-century design and flower arrangements as you explore the Royal Gardens.
- Take a leisurely stroll in Madrid's famous El Retiro Park, known for being the lungs of the city and explore the amazing monuments and structures hidden away here.
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- Explore the home of the Spanish monarchs, the Royal Palace and see the opulence of the Private Royal Apartments, Banquet Hall, and the famous Throne Room.
- Admire the ornate 19th-century design and flower arrangements as you explore the Royal Gardens.
- Take a leisurely stroll in Madrid's famous El Retiro Park, known for being the lungs of the city and explore the amazing monuments and structures hidden away here.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Breeze past long queues and step straight into the royal corridors. This ticket includes an audio guide, so you can explore each opulent room at your own pace, pausing to admire masterpieces like Goya’s "The Wild Boar Hunt" or the gilded Gasparini Room. Perfect if you want a self-paced dive into the splendor of Spain’s royal past
For those seeking to uncover hidden stories, the Skip-the-Line Guided Tour is the choice. This 1.5-hour tour, led by an expert guide, lets you in on secrets of the palace’s architecture, from the Rococo details of the Gasparini Room to the famed Stradivarius collection. Ideal if you want someone to bring the palace’s history to life for you.
The Combo: Royal Palace + Royal Collections Gallery ticket is designed for the art lover. After exploring the palace’s lavish halls, use this ticket to dive into the Royal Collections Gallery at your own pace any day within the week. If you want to see the palace and marvel at centuries-old tapestries, sculptures, and paintings, this combo is for you.
For an immersive day, the Combo: Royal Palace + Torres Bermejas Flamenco Show gives you both royalty and rhythm. Visit the palace by day, then experience the soul of flamenco in the evening at Torres Bermejas. If you want to blend royal elegance with Spanish passion, this is the ticket that captures Madrid’s essence.
The Prado Museum & Royal Palace Guided Tour offers two must-sees in one ticket. Begin with a tour of the Royal Palace, then continue to the Prado Museum for a guided walk through masterpieces by Caravaggio, Velázquez, and Rembrandt. Ideal if you’re looking for an enriching cultural experience with expert guidance.
The Combo: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Royal Palace Skip-the-Line is your best choice. Spend the day hopping on and off at Madrid’s top attractions, including a dedicated stop at the Royal Palace. This ticket is perfect for explorers who want the freedom to see Madrid’s highlights at their own pace, with the palace as a majestic centerpiece.
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About Royal Palace of Madrid
Experience the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid with its exquisite Sabatini Gardens, the unique frescoes by Giambattista Tiepolo, and the Palace’s state rooms, where official ceremonies still occur, offering a glimpse into contemporary royal life.
The Royal Armory within the palace houses pieces from the 13th century, including items from the Imperial Armory of Vienna and works by renowned designers Filippo Negroli and Francesco.
The Sabatini Garden, contrary to its name, was not designed by Francesco Sabatini but by architect Fernando García Mercadel in 1933, showcasing symmetrical French-style landscaping.
The Royal Palace of Madrid faced destruction in 1734 when a fire, initiated in French painter Jean Ranc's room, prompted chaos and resulted in significant damage to several parts of the palace.
Charles III commissioned Sicilian architect Francesco Sabatini in 1760 to extend the Royal Palace, incorporating neoclassical elements such as arcades and galleries.
The Grand Staircase of the Royal Palace, crafted from a single San Agustin marble, boasts a sculpture of two lions by Felipe de Casto and Robert Michel.
Why visit Royal Palace of Madrid?
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Plan your visit
Royal Palace of Madrid is open from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM from October to March and 10:00 - 7:00 PM from April to September.
Enhance your visit to the Royal Palace of Madrid with informative audio guides.
Explore the Royal Palace of Madrid's souvenir shop, where you can discover a curated selection of gifts and keepsakes.
Lockers are available at the Royal Palace of Madrid, providing a secure space for you to store your belongings during your visit.
Restrooms are conveniently located throughout the Royal Palace of Madrid.
The Royal Palace of Madrid is equipped with wheelchair-accessible facilities, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive experience for all visitors.
The Royal Palace of Madrid is equipped with wheelchair-accessible facilities, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive experience for all visitors.