Jardines de Sabatini: Our most recommended tours and activities

Madrid: Royal Palace Tour with Optional Royal Collections

1. Madrid: Royal Palace Tour with Optional Royal Collections

Embark on a guided 2-hour tour of Madrid's Royal Palace. Admire art pieces by Giordano and Goya while exploring the palace at a peaceful time of day alongside an expert guide with in-depth knowledge about the home to Spanish Royals past and present.  Start at the Opera Metro Station in Plaza de Isabel II, home to the Teatro Royal, where you will meet your guide. After a picturesque walk through Plaza de Oriente, enjoy skip-the-line privileges before entering the palace. Relish visits to the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and Private Royal apartments. Be amazed as to how these rooms are brought to life in an engaging and fascinating way by your professional guide. Marvel at exclusive works of art by Giordano and Goya, as well as historical articles such as historic tapestries, suits of armor, and ornate swords. Take in in the building's 19th-century design and beautiful floral layout, which serves as an excellent backdrop for memorable photos. Depending on the option selected, continue with a guided tour inside Royal Collections Gallery. This museum has the most important collections from the Crown of Spain. You will visit all the rooms where you can enjoy paintings and tapestries of very important painters such as El Bosco, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez or Caravaggio. You will also visit the Royal Armory, one of the most important in Europe, and enjoy thousands of pieces of royal furniture, musical instruments and games that show you the daily life in the Palace.

Madrid: 3-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike

2. Madrid: 3-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike

Climb aboard a comfortable electric bike with pedal assistance and journey through the history of Madrid with ease. Learn the story of the Spanish capital, from the days of the Habsburgs through to the 21st century. Discover attractions, such as the Plaza de Puerta Cerrada at the site of a Christian wall built in the Middle Ages. Depart from Plaza San Miguel and glide along the narrow streets to Calle Toledo and Plaza del Conde de Barajas to find a number of artisan shops. Discover one of the city’s gastronomic centers at the ornate San Miguel Market, and then navigate the cobblestones of Plaza Mayor at the heart of the 17th-century city center. Marvel at Casa y Torre de los Lujanes, the oldest civilian building in the city. Get an amazing view of Plaza de Oriente between the Royal Palace and Royal Opera Theater. Go to Plaza de la Armeria to see the main entrance of the palace and Almudena Cathedral. Visit the Sabatini Gardens in the palace complex, and see the glorious flora of the Campo del Moro. Escape the traffic and journey along the banks of the Manzanares River. Enjoy the tranquility of the area and the freedom to ride where you please. End at the Templo de Debod, gifted to Madrid by the Egyptian government following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Madrid: Afternoon Royal Palace Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

3. Madrid: Afternoon Royal Palace Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Experience the grandeur and opulence of Madrid’s Royal Palace on this guided tour. The expert guides will take you on a fascinating journey through the history and architecture of this magnificent building, which served as the official residence of the Spanish monarchs until the early 20th century. With skip-the-line access, you’ll be able to bypass the crowds and step inside the palace’s sumptuous halls and chambers, where you’ll marvel at the stunning artworks, tapestries, and furnishings that decorate every room. Discover the stories and secrets behind each piece, from the impressive throne room to the private quarters of the royal family. Don’t miss the chance to see the breathtaking views of Madrid from the palace’s stunning rooftop terrace. With this intimate and informative guided tour, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the role of the Royal Palace in Spanish history and culture. This excursion is a must-see for history enthusiasts, architecture buffs, and anyone seeking to explore the fascinating world of Spanish royalty.

Madrid’s River Side & Casa de Campo Electric Bike Tour

4. Madrid’s River Side & Casa de Campo Electric Bike Tour

Get ready to travel from Madrid’s city center to the countryside in a matter of minutes. Begin in the heart of the old city, close to Plaza Mayor, and make your way to Plaza de Oriente, from where you can admire the colossal Royal Palace and Opera House. Glide past the beautiful Sabatini Gardens and take the long and steep San Vicente Hill. In a few minutes you will find yourself by the Manzanares river, which you will cross to reach Casa de Campo. Once a forest reserved for kings and noblemen, who would enjoy hunting on its premises, the Casa de Campo is now a very popular place amongst locals. The small lake which you will see during the tour fills with madrileños during the weekends, rowing boats, and having barbecues. With the assistance of the e-bike’s engine climb a hill where you can take a few minutes to rest and admire the skyline of the city. Then begin the descent towards the river and get a great view of the Cathedral and the Royal Palace from the Huerta de la Partida before returning to the center of town. With your electric bicycle you will enjoy this wonderful tour without effort, in an eco-friendly vehicle and whose battery assist the pedal to make the route completely comfortable.

Madrid: Private City Highlights Rickshaw Tour

5. Madrid: Private City Highlights Rickshaw Tour

Sit back and relax in a specially designed Rickshaw so you can enjoy a unique private tour of historic Madrid. Admire the exteriors of the main monuments and learn about its history along the way. The driver guide will tell you fun curiosities and legends about the most interesting corners of the visit. Tour highlights: Royal Theater (exteriors), Sabatini Gardens, Plaza de España, Temple of Debod, Plaza de Oriente, Royal Palace (exteriors), Plaza de la Villa, Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Market. See more sights than you could on foot and in less time. Make stops along the way to see the main attractions. See the most important sights of Madrid from the comfort of a Rickshaw. Hear personal stories about Madrid and its culture. Enoy unique views of the city from a Rickshaw.

Madrid: 3-Hour Guided Bike Tour

6. Madrid: 3-Hour Guided Bike Tour

Climb aboard a comfortable bike and journey through the heart of Madrid. Discover the history of the Spanish capital, from the days of the Habsburgs through to the 21st century. Visit attractions such as the Plaza de Puerta Cerrada and Retiro Park. Depart from Plaza San Miguel and glide along narrow streets towards Calle Toledo and Plaza del Conde de Barajas where you will find a number of artisan shops. Discover one of the city’s gastronomic centers at the ornate San Miguel Market, and then navigate the cobblestones of Plaza Mayor at the heart of the 17th-century city center. Marvel at the Casa y Torre de los Lujanes, one of the oldest buildings in the city. Get an amazing view of Plaza de Oriente between the Royal Palace and Royal Opera Theater. Head to Plaza de la Armeria to see the main entrance of the palace and Almudena Cathedral. Afterward, visit the Sabatini Gardens in the palace complex and see the glorious flora of the Campo del Moro. Escape the traffic and journey along the banks of the Manzanares River towards the Temple of Debod, a temple gifted to Madrid by the Egyptian government. Return to the meeting point, where your tour will end.

All Madrid: Private Electric Bike Tour around the city

7. All Madrid: Private Electric Bike Tour around the city

A 3-hour electric bike excursion begins from our meeting point at Plaza de Ópera. We'll then proceed to Plaza Mayor, one of our city's most popular locations. Afterward, we'll head to Puerta del Sol and ascend to Plaza de Jacinto Benavente, one of our Nobel Prize laureates in Literature, before immersing ourselves in the Barrio de las Letras. Miguel de Cervantes, Emilia Pardo Bazán, Luis de Góngora, María de Zayas... they all have a presence in this vibrant neighborhood. Next, we'll explore the Caixa Forum and its vertical garden, the first of its kind in Spain. Continuing to Buen Retiro Park, we'll encounter its most renowned monuments: the fallen angel, the Crystal Palace, and the Monument to Alfonso XII, as well as other hidden gems. Leaving Buen Retiro Park, we'll pass by the Prado Museum and the Church of San Jeronimo el Real before turning towards the Barrio de las Letras, making our way to the House of Miguel de Cervantes. Subsequently, we'll emerge at Plaza de las Provincias, behind Plaza Mayor, and head towards Calle Cuchilleros, home to some of the city's most popular restaurants. Following that, we'll proceed to the Factor Street viewpoint, where we'll catch sight of the youngest cathedral in Spain, the Almudena Cathedral. Finally, we'll visit Plaza de Oriente, next to the Royal Palace and Royal Theater, and make our way towards Plaza España, passing through the Sabatini Gardens and the Senate until we reach Debod Park. Here, we'll encounter the oldest building in the city, the Temple of Debod, and the viewpoint overlooking the Royal Palace and the Casa de Campo. All of this, accompanied by our guides who will share legends and stories to help you discover Madrid and its peculiarities in a fast and enjoyable manner.

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What people are saying about Jardines de Sabatini

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 2,046 reviews

Our guide Rosia was excellent. Her knowledge of the palace was never ending, every question we threw at her she knew the answer!! Would recommend to anyone wanting to go to the palace.

Just gorgeous. I felt like crying in every new room because each is breathtaking. We had a lovely guide and I enjoyed every second of the tour. Highly HIGHLY recommend

A fantastic tour of the Palace with a very informative guide. Alex was very energetic and passionate about all information he shared. Highly recommended.

Great tour. Alex was also great and explained everything very nice and understandable. Strongly recommended

Interesting and enjoyable tour of the Royal palace.