Madrid: Royal Palace Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Ready to dive into the opulent world of Madrid's Royal Palace? I'm your guide for this incredible journey. The guide will be at the specified location, ready and waiting for you. From there, we'll stroll through Plaza de Oriente, soaking in the atmosphere before skipping the line and stepping into the grandeur of the palace. As we wander through these hallowed halls, I'll regale you with stories about the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and the Private Royal apartments. Art aficionados, get ready to feast your eyes on masterpieces by Giordano and Goya. But it's not just paintings; we'll explore historical treasures like ancient tapestries, majestic suits of armor, and ornate swords. And oh, the palace's 19th-century design and floral gardens provide a backdrop that's just begging for a photo op! So, are you ready to be whisked away into a world of art, history, and royalty? Buckle up, because this journey is about to unfold in the most mesmerizing way!
Inclusions
What's included
- Headsets to hear your Tour Guide
- Access to the Royal Palace
- Certified Tour Guide from Tourism Authority
- Guaranteed Skip The Line Entrance
What's not
- Food and Drinks
- No Storage for Luggage
Itinerary
The Royal Palace of Madrid isn't just a residence; it's a place steeped in grandeur and history. Although the current kings reside elsewhere, this majestic palace remains the setting for important state ceremonies and solemn occasions, making it come alive with its significance. Let's dive into its story now. While Juvarra's original vision didn't materialize, the Royal Palace stands proud as Europe's largest inhabited palace. The Spanish Royal Family might not call it home, but it still holds their official residence. Construction lasted until 1764, and when Carlos III finally inhabited it, the palace boasted a staggering 135,000 square meters, 3,418 rooms, 870 windows, 240 balconies, and an impressive 44 staircases. It's more than just facts and figures; this palace holds tales of splendor and tradition, making every step within its walls an encounter with the essence of Spanish history.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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5A wonderful couple of hours touring the castle
Or guide Laura was fabulous as was the tour itself. Thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history of the castle and its many custodians. Would highly recommend
5Great tour and tour guide
Tour guide was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and gave us a lot of variable information in a cool way. She was gifted ! Great tour to take , we enjoyed to tour.
5Excellent tour and guide
Our tour guide was excellent! Explained so many interesting facts that made the whole experience so much more memorable.
5Madrid Palace Tour
Our guide was Jose. He was very knowledgeable throughout the tour to take questions and inform the group of what we were seeing in the palace rooms. He knew his stuff!
5He’s time and experience with an exceptional guide
Maria was a great guide and extremely knowledgeable. She gave us an unforgettable experience. Her personal knowledge, and her art history background gave us information that allowed us to see many different aspects of many of the paintings we would not have noticed or even seen. Great experience and gave us a greater appreciation of art. She was also very passionate and brought the different paintings to life. We are so happy that she was our guide and would recommend her for anybody who wants an exceptional experience.
5Great choice
German was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Good pace. One of my favorite excursions in Madrid. Beautiful palace.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your guide will be inside the souvenir shop, holding a "Golden Tour Guide" sign. Please do not go directly to the Royal Palace.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Golden Tour Guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Customers are required to carry an ID as proof of their age
- If you arrive late, you will miss the entrance and won´t have the option to request a refund.
- You must come 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time for the check-in.
How it compares in Madrid
- Its from-price is 74% below the median of the 336 city tours we list in Madrid.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 336.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Madrid
Madrid is Spain's sunny, sociable capital, home to great art museums, royal palaces, leafy parks and tapas bars that stay busy past midnight.
Three great galleries line the Paseo del Prado: the Prado Museum with Velázquez and Goya, the Reina Sofía with Picasso's Guernica, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza with its sweeping private collection. Beside them, El Retiro Park offers a boating lake, shaded avenues and the glass Palacio de Cristal.
Top-ranked sights in Madrid: Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), Puerta del Sol.
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