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

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Activity provider:
Amigo Tours Spain
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Madrid: Royal Palace Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
774 reviews

Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid, explore its historic rooms, admire the complex, and learn about its history from your guide.

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Duration 2 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Rishav Kumar – India

Must go place Our guide, Yanny was quite knowledge and just new how to guide us through the Royal Palace

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5 out of 5 stars
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Kris – United States

Very glad I did a tour of this magnificent palace! I learned so much about the history of Spain from our tour guide Lorena. She is definitely an expert of the Spanish royals. Great value.

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Estatua de Isabel II

  • Ópera

    Guided tour (15 minutes)

  • On foot

    (10 minutes)

  • Royal Palace of Madrid

    Guided tour (1.5 hours)

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Travel back in time by visiting the Royal Palace with fast-track access
  • Explore some of the official rooms, as well as several private ones
  • Learn everything about the history of Spanish Monarchy
  • Delight yourself with the astonishing art pieces that the palace hosts

Full description

Explore the Royal Palace of Madrid with a licensed guide, and discover the former official residence of the Spanish Royal Family with your direct entry access.

Also known as the Palacio de Oriente due to its proximity to Plaza de Oriente on the east side of the palace, the building is used exclusively for receptions, ceremonies, and official events. The Palace has an extensive collection of upholstery, porcelain, antique clocks, armor, and art pieces including paintings by Goya and Velázquez.

Admire the rich ornamentations of the private rooms where the royalty lived, each revealing its personality. Also, you will visit the official rooms, such as the Royal Throne Room, the Gala Dinner Room, and the Royal Chapel. 

Includes

  • Skip the line ticket to the Royal Palace
  • Guided live commentary in English or Spanish
  • Professional expert guide
  • Individual radio-guided system
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and beverage

Meeting point

Meet your guide next to the Statue of Isabel II in Ópera square. The closest metro stop is Ópera station (exit Plaza de Ópera).

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • The tour will last for 2 hours from the check-in time. The guide will need a few minutes to organize the group and then an introduction will be done before you enter the palace

From $41 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

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4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 774 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Rishav Kumar – IndiaJune 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Must go place Our guide, Yanny was quite knowledge and just new how to guide us through the Royal Palace
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Kris – United StatesMay 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Very glad I did a tour of this magnificent palace! I learned so much about the history of Spain from our tour guide Lorena. She is definitely an expert of the Spanish royals. Great value.
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Sofia – GreeceApril 15, 2025 – Verified booking
guide was enjoying his job a lot! great knowledge and overall top experience! we also skipped the que where it would waiting for an hour

Product ID: 66505

Activity provider:
Amigo Tours Spain

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