Guided tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Guided Tour with Skip-the-line Ticket

Guided tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Guided Tour with Skip-the-line Ticket

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From US$ 38.01 per person

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Enjoy a guided tour inside the Madrid Royal Palace and get to know the history and art of Spain. Includes skip-the-line entrance ticket.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Private or small groups available

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit the Madrid Royal Palace, the largest in Western Europe
  • Learn about its history and secrets accompanied by a professional guide
  • See the vast collection of musical instruments, including the Stradivarius Palatinos
  • Discover the paintings, sculptures and upholstery of this world-famous palace
Full description
Get the most from your visit to the Royal Palace, by joining a tour conducted by a professional guide and skipping the long ticket lines. Learn about the building’s history and its large collection of artworks. A visit to the palace is a must for any visit to Madrid. The Royal Palace has a total area of 199,000 m² and consists of 3478 rooms, being the largest royal palace in Western Europe. It was ordered to be built by King Felipe V on the remains of the Royal Alcazar, which was destroyed by a fire in 1734. During this tour you will learn about the palace’s collection of musical instruments, among which the Stradivarius Palatinos is one of the most important. The Royal Palace hides many years of stories and secrets that the guide will tell you during this guided tour. You’ll also see many impressive paintings, sculptures and upholstery that have been well preserved.

Includes
  • Licensed guide
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Royal Palace
  • Headphones to hear the guide clearly
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Meet your guide at the Felipe IV statue in Plaza Oriente.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Student card

Know before you go

  • The discounted student price is only available for students up to 25 years old holding a valid student card. Please bring your student card and show it to the staff
  • Those aged over 65 years old can purchase the senior option
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 60 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
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