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Hop On Hop Off Madrid Bus Tours
Routes
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1
Museo del Prado
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Neptuno Fountain
3 min walk
Museo Nacional del Prado
2 min walk
2
Puerta de Alcalá
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
El Retiro Park
10 min walk
Puerta de Alcalá
3
Barrio de Salamanca
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Calle Serrano
3 min walk
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
5 min walk
4
Plaza de Colón
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Colón
3 min walk
National Archaeological Museum
3 min walk
5
Plaza de Cibeles
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Cibeles
Palacio de Cibeles
4 min walk
6
Gran Via 14
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Gran Via
4 min walk
Telefónica Building
1 min walk
7
Gran Via 32
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de España
7 min walk
Teatro Real
15 min walk
9
Plaza de España
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Royal Palace of Madrid
4 min walk
Plaza de España
3 min walk
10
Templo de Debod
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Temple of Debod
6 min walk
Faro de Moncloa
11 min walk
11
Puerta de San Vicente
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Madrid Rio
5 min walk
Estación de Príncipe Pío
5 min walk
12
Puerta de Toledo
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Puerta de Toledo
3 min walk
Basilica of San Francisco el Grande
1 min walk
13
Gran Via de San Francisco 8
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Gran Via de San Francisco
2 min walk
14
Colegiata - Mayor
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Church of San Isidro
2 min walk
Mercado de San Miguel
4 min walk
15
Atocha 116
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Atocha Station
4 min walk
Reina Sofía Museum
1 min walk
1
Plaza Neptuno
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Neptuno Fountain
1 min walk
Museo Nacional del Prado
2 min walk
2
Plaza de Cibeles
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Cibeles
3 min walk
Palacio de Cibeles
6 min walk
3
Plaza de Colón
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Colón
3 min walk
National Archaeological Museum
3 min walk
4
Museo de Esculturas
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo de Esculturas al Aire Libre
3 min walk
Plaza de Castilla
10 min walk
5
Museo de Ciencias Naturales
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales
4 min walk
6
Nuevos Ministerios
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Nuevos Ministerios Complex
5 min walk
Museo Tiflológico
7 min walk
7
Santiago Bernabéu
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
3 min walk
8
Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Monumento a las Víctimas del 11M
19 min walk
9
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
2 min walk
Iglesia de San Francisco de Borja
12
Museo Arqueológico
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo Arqueológico Nacional
3 min walk
Biblioteca Nacional de España
3 min walk
1
Museo del Prado
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Neptuno Fountain
3 min walk
Museo Nacional del Prado
2 min walk
2
Puerta de Alcalá
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
El Retiro Park
10 min walk
Puerta de Alcalá
3
Barrio de Salamanca
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Calle Serrano
3 min walk
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
5 min walk
4
Plaza de Colón
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Colón
3 min walk
National Archaeological Museum
3 min walk
5
Plaza de Cibeles
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Cibeles
Palacio de Cibeles
4 min walk
6
Gran Via 14
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Gran Via
4 min walk
Telefónica Building
1 min walk
7
Gran Via 32
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de España
7 min walk
Teatro Real
15 min walk
9
Plaza de España
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Royal Palace of Madrid
4 min walk
Plaza de España
3 min walk
10
Princesa esquina Alberto Aguilera
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Calle de la Princesa
2 min walk
12
Teleférico
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Casa de Campo
13 min walk
Parque de Atracciones
11 min walk
13
Templo de Debod
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Temple of Debod
6 min walk
Faro de Moncloa
11 min walk
14
Puerta de San Vicente
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Madrid Rio
5 min walk
Estación de Príncipe Pío
5 min walk
17
Puente de Toledo
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Puente de Toledo
5 min walk
Matadero Madrid
9 min walk
18
Puerta de Toledo
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Puerta de Toledo
3 min walk
Basilica of San Francisco el Grande
1 min walk
19
Gran Via de San Francisco 8
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Gran Via de San Francisco
2 min walk
20
Colegiata - Mayor
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Church of San Isidro
2 min walk
Mercado de San Miguel
4 min walk
21
Atocha 116
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Atocha Station
4 min walk
Reina Sofía Museum
1 min walk
1
Plaza Neptuno
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Neptuno Fountain
1 min walk
Museo Nacional del Prado
2 min walk
2
Plaza de Cibeles
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Cibeles
3 min walk
Palacio de Cibeles
6 min walk
3
Plaza de Colón
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Colón
3 min walk
National Archaeological Museum
3 min walk
4
Museo de Esculturas
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo de Esculturas al Aire Libre
3 min walk
Plaza de Castilla
10 min walk
5
Museo de Ciencias Naturales
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales
4 min walk
6
Nuevos Ministerios
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Nuevos Ministerios Complex
5 min walk
Museo Tiflológico
7 min walk
9
Santiago Bernabéu
Get direction
1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
1 min walk
10
Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Monumento a las Víctimas del 11M
19 min walk
11
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
2 min walk
Iglesia de San Francisco de Borja
14
Ventas Plaza de Toros
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas
5 min walk
15
Goya Palacio de Deportes
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
WiZink Center (Palacio de Deportes)
3 min walk
17
Casón del Buen Retiro
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Casón del Buen Retiro
3 min walk
18
Atocha-Glorieta Emperador Carlos V
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1 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza del Emperador Carlos V
1 min walk
- Plan your Madrid trip with ease using this 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.
- Hop on a bus every 10-15 mins and zip across 4 routes, visiting royal palaces, iconic museums, and towering landmarks.
- Follow a local expert on the free walking tour and stroll through iconic spots such as Prado Museum, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.
- Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, enjoy commentary in 14 languages, and soak up the sights from the open-top deck for a hassle-free experience.
- Dive into a world of history and art at hot spots like the Reina Sofia Museum, Temple of Debod, Prado Museum, and more.
- Plan your Madrid trip with ease using this 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.
- Hop on a bus every 10-15 mins and zip across 4 routes, visiting royal palaces, iconic museums, and towering landmarks.
- Follow a local expert on the free walking tour and stroll through iconic spots such as Prado Museum, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.
- Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, enjoy commentary in 14 languages, and soak up the sights from the open-top deck for a hassle-free experience.
- Dive into a world of history and art at hot spots like the Reina Sofia Museum, Temple of Debod, Prado Museum, and more.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to 4 routes: Historic Madrid, Historic Madrid Extended, Modern Madrid, Modern Madrid Extended
- 2-hour guided walking tours in English and Spanish
- Audio guide in Spanish, Catalan, Gallego, Euskera, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic & Japanese
- Children's special channels in English and Spanish
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Historic Madrid
- First bus: 9am from Prado Museum
- Last bus: 10pm from Prado Museum
- Frequency: every 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: Templo of Debod, Saint Vincent Gate, Gran Via
Historic Madrid Extended
- First bus: 10:05am from Prado Museum (10:10am in Winter)
- Last bus: 6:05pm from Prado Museum (2:30pm in Winter)
- Frequency: 2 departures a day
- Popular stops: Prado Museum, Alcalá Gate, Segovia Bridge
Modern Madrid
- First bus: 9am from Neptune Square
- Last bus: 10pm from Neptune Square
- Frequency: every 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: Cibeles Square, National Museum of Natural Sciences, National Archaeological Museum
Modern Madrid Extended
- First bus: 12:15am from Neptune Square (12:30pm in Winter)
- Last bus: 4:05pm from Neptune Square (4:30pm in Winter)
- Frequency: 2 departures a day
- Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Spanish National Research Council, Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Walking tours
- Departs at 11am from city center
- Duration: 2 hours
- Tip: History and art enthusiasts, make a quick stop at the Prado Museum, housing an impressive collection of masterpieces from artists like Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco.
- Keep in mind large suitcases or packages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, only 1 wheelchair is allowed per bus.
- Ramps are available for easy access.
- On the days when the tours are canceled, due to traffic interruptions, passengers will be informed through notices at bus stops.
- Small animals in kennels or carriers are welcome onboard.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Plamen
Dec 2024Verified booking
The roofs were not down despite the cold weather and there were leaves from the trees even on the lower deck.
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Zeniah
Dec 2024Verified booking
There were many stops. Everyone helped give directions. The audio was clear but some of the seats did not match the language and channels. It was raining hard. I wish it had a side cover on the top deck.
Marites
Nov 2024Verified booking
Actually i only do 3 stars. 🌟 because the stops are so spread out and not easy..its always full and packed. The conductor are not nice bit nasty plus sometimes they stop narration
Sjoerd
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was great that the tickets could be bought in advance. The bus trip was fine. Too bad the audio didn't work properly, so we didn't hear everything. The queue for the palace was very long. With our pre-purchased tickets we were able to skip the line. Very nice.
Martin
Nov 2024Verified booking
Easy to find pick-up locations. Friendly staff. Nice tour (modern and old). Always a spot free at the top.
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Nathan
Nov 2024Verified booking
Great tour that allowed us to ride and see with small kids a lot of the city. Very nice commentary. Easy to use and very helpful for non-Spanish speakers.
Nahor
Nov 2024Verified booking
Good quality of vehicles and narration (guide), excellent range of languages for the guide, good frequency of buses and punctuality.
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Fiona
Nov 2024Verified booking
Booking was easy but be aware of how many similar tours stop in exact spot. Big bus is obvious and dark red color but two different companies have bright red - one is Madrid city tours and one is city sightseeing Madrid. Many tourists getting on wrong buses and confused. Also stop near plaza del sol is hard to locate. Be aware that Prada stop gets busy - it is also where the buses end their route or take a break, so you may wait for a bus only to find after letting passengers off it is stopping service.
Mrs
Oct 2024Verified booking
The buses run very frequently we never waited more than a few mins. We also didn't need to print out our tickets as we were told to, they just scanned them on board. We were not out early enough to do the walking tour at 11 am. But we were able to do both 1 and 2 routes on our ticket. The headphone sockets did not all work but you could share one set between 2 of you. Remember to take something warm to wear, it gets quite cold on the top. Great experience and good value for money.
Jose
Oct 2024Verified booking
The best thing that happened to me when I visited madrid was this bus ride because I went to see the clasico but my favorite team Real Madrid lost it.
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Galdino
Oct 2024Verified booking
Everything is great, only the attitude of some of your collaborators could be improved, remind them that for them it is just another service, but for you it is a unique experience.
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Ann
Oct 2024Verified booking
Great way to get our bearing, we stayed on for full loop decided which stop suited us then got on and off accordingly Very helpful and pleasant. Such good value
Wang
Oct 2024Verified booking
Personnel provided excellent service but when they will be named bus stops in English also, will be better. Additionally, I would like to recommend make some tour bus stops more visible from the distance, espesially on the Green Line.
Octavio
Oct 2024Verified booking
THEY NEVER INFORMED THAT DUE TO THE PROXIMITY OF THE HOLIDAYS, ROADS WOULD BE CLOSED AND THEY WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH SCHEDULES, FREQUENCIES OR STOPS TO TAKE THE BUS. I WILL RECOMMEND FUTURE TRAVELERS NOT TO USE THEIR SERVICES.
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Lisa
Oct 2024Verified booking
We love the hop-on hop-off feature to see whatever we want and get back on the bus anytime. Purchase tickets was easy online on my cell phone. I highly recommend it if you're trying to get familiar with a new city. After our visit on the bus, we went back and revisited places more in depth. I highly recommend they hop on hop off bus experience
Berthold
Oct 2024Verified booking
The buses were quite punctual despite the traffic. Staff were nice, spoke very good English and were helpful. The app for the bus overview was very helpful.
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James
Oct 2024Verified booking
Being able to see round the whole city with a good view and a commentary. There was a bit too much info about architects for our taste, when what buildings were and how old they were and how different pats of the city evolved would have been more interesting to us
María
Sep 2024Verified booking
I loved it. The guide was excellent, you can tell that she has a great command of all the information that she gives us and in a very dynamic way.
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Lini
Sep 2024Verified booking
I loved the experience of being able to get off and get to know the sights better, then continue on the route. It was very easy and very worthwhile!
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Stuart
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great venue and loved the palace tour. All signs were in both Spanish and English and the audio guides were worth the small additional charge. An amazing place to see and learn about. Bus tour was ok, although a number of headphone ports on some of the buses weren't working so no commentary. Got us where we needed and enjoyed seeing the city that way.
Dorothy
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was good to tour the city, my husband and I ended up sharing a headset. Got quite frustrated at the facts, ie monument to xx designed by xx built in xx There was nothing personal in the presentation at all
Raimundo
Sep 2024Verified booking
Everything was fine. Except that I was charged twice. I have claimed the refund to Julia by email, but she has not yet replied or refunded the amount of 36 €.
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Karen
Sep 2024Verified booking
Royal palace was truly amazing and beautiful. The hip on hop off was informative and provides a good overview of Madrid
Mireille
Sep 2024Verified booking
+ easy and nice to explore the city on the bus - sometimes we waited more than 30min for the next bus. (At stop 15/16) - we saw more than twice 2 busses right at eachother.
Milena
Sep 2024Verified booking
The audio guide to ancient Madrid was ''poor,'' the recorded text was not complete, definitely in need of updating.More information could have been given about the monuments , history and the city.
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Madrid's Christmas season is calling complete with frequent bus departures.
- Hey, want to see Madrid like never before? See hotspots dressed up in their Christmas best on a 50-min non-stop tour – talk about a gorgeous light show.
- These special holiday tours run as frequently as every 10-20 mins, so show up whenever you're ready and catch the festive vibes on your own schedule.
- Guess what? Santa's helper is coming along as your guide in an open-top bus and they'll entertain you with fun Christmas stories in English and Spanish.
- Wait till you see the iconic streets of Paseo del Prado and Calle de Alcalá, dazzling with Christmas lights – it's like watching a holiday movie.
Madrid's Christmas season is calling complete with frequent bus departures.
- Hey, want to see Madrid like never before? See hotspots dressed up in their Christmas best on a 50-min non-stop tour – talk about a gorgeous light show.
- These special holiday tours run as frequently as every 10-20 mins, so show up whenever you're ready and catch the festive vibes on your own schedule.
- Guess what? Santa's helper is coming along as your guide in an open-top bus and they'll entertain you with fun Christmas stories in English and Spanish.
- Wait till you see the iconic streets of Paseo del Prado and Calle de Alcalá, dazzling with Christmas lights – it's like watching a holiday movie.
Inclusions
- 50-min non-stop Christmas bus tour
- English & Spanish-speaking expert guide
Exclusions
- Hop-on hop-off service
Navibus tour (From Nov 29 to Jan 6)
- First bus: 6pm from Av. De Menendez Pelayo 11
- Last bus: 10pm from Av. De Menendez Pelayo 11
- Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
- Duration: 50 mins
- Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- The buses are not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Children up to 2 years of age must travel on their caregiver's lap.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Celebrate the Holidays with Madrid Navibus Tours
Experience the magic of Madrid’s festive lights aboard the Navibus Christmas Tour 2024. Enjoy a dazzling journey through the city’s illuminated streets in holiday style!
Routes
Timeline
Map
1
Neptuno
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Neptuno Fountain
3 min walk
Museo Nacional del Prado
2 min walk
3
Serrano
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Calle Serrano
3 min walk
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
5 min walk
4
Plaza de Colón
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Colón
3 min walk
National Archaeological Museum
3 min walk
5
Plaza de Cibeles
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de Cibeles
Palacio de Cibeles
4 min walk
6
Gran Via 16
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Gran Via
3 min walk
Telefónica Building
1 min walk
7
Gran Via 32
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Plaza de España
7 min walk
Teatro Real
15 min walk
9
Plaza de España / Hotel Riu
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Royal Palace of Madrid
4 min walk
Plaza de España
4 min walk
10
Templo de Debod
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Temple of Debod
6 min walk
Faro de Moncloa
11 min walk
11
Madrid Rio / Principe Pio
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Madrid Rio
5 min walk
Estación de Príncipe Pío
5 min walk
12
Colegiata
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Church of San Isidro
2 min walk
Mercado de San Miguel
4 min walk
13
Calle Atocha
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Atocha Station
4 min walk
Reina Sofía Museum
1 min walk
- Immerse yourself in Madrid's vibrant culture and fascinating history with the 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
- Get on and off at any of the 11 stops on the Blue Route, with buses arriving every 30 minutes.
- As you journey through the city, enjoy entertaining and informative commentary in both English and Spanish from your live guide.
- Upgrade for a panoramic day tour of Madrid, catching all the top sights in one single loop of 90 minutes to catch the city’s highlights in a flash.
- Marvel at famous landmarks such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum, and Parque Warner Madrid.
- Immerse yourself in Madrid's vibrant culture and fascinating history with the 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
- Get on and off at any of the 11 stops on the Blue Route, with buses arriving every 30 minutes.
- As you journey through the city, enjoy entertaining and informative commentary in both English and Spanish from your live guide.
- Upgrade for a panoramic day tour of Madrid, catching all the top sights in one single loop of 90 minutes to catch the city’s highlights in a flash.
- Marvel at famous landmarks such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum, and Parque Warner Madrid.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Blue Route
- Panoramic day tour (based on option selected)
- English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Complimentary headphones
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for detailed HOHO route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Blue Route
- First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Neptune Fountain)
- Last bus: 7:30pm from stop #1 (Neptune Fountain)
- Frequency: every 30 mins
- Popular stops: Templo of Debod, Plaza de España/Hotel Riu, Retiro
- Tip: From Plaza Mayor, explore one of the trendiest lanes in Madrid, Calle Cava Baja, known for its winding cobble-lined paths and classic tapas joints.
- Keep in mind luggage, food & beverages, smoking, and vaping are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- The buses are not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses.
- Feel free to bring your furry friends on a leash, in a basket, or muzzled, but make sure they don't take up a seat that could be used by another guest.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Nicole
Nov 2024Verified booking
the guide Juan on our bus was very good, knowledgeable, and entertaining. He spoke really good english and his spanish was easy to understand for a foreigner like me. The thicket purchase on line was very easy and the various pick-up /drop-off points were often and easy to find.
Bambi
Jul 2024Verified booking
Friendly staff, predictable schedule, WiFi on the bus was extremely helpful (I'm out of town). Would've liked more than a second passing the Palace, but understand that traffic was moving. Thank you!
Chris
Jun 2024Verified booking
We took the same tour twice. The 2nd bus took a different route and we weren't able to hop off at the stop we wanted. Disappointing
Carsten
Jun 2024Verified booking
The bus tour was very nicely accompanied by information and anecdotes from the tour guide Naomi in Spanish and English
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Mary
May 2024Verified booking
The hop on hop off bus tour guides, Lion and Jocelyn, were excellent. Both were entertaining, and both knowledgeable of the history of Madrid/Spain.
Dr
May 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy. Why not use the same booking Q code when getting on/off instead of the paper ticket which can get lost? The speakers were all good - wish it wasn't so loud though. And I would have loved more history and info
Ken
May 2024Verified booking
Ticketing experience was just fine but the absolute highlight of the tour was Emilio Gonzalez. What a blast he is!! Very knowledgeable, great delivery and so much fun too. If I was an opposition company, I would be chasing him bigtime, so be careful Big Bus Company, he's too good to lose.
MIGUEL
Dec 2024Verified booking
To be improved. The sound system ..... Also the guides should give more detailed explanations.
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JACKELINE
Nov 2024Verified booking
Buying tickets on the website was very practical. It's worth getting the 24-hour ticket and using it on the first day.
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Frizzarin
Nov 2024Verified booking
Punctuality in meeting schedules. Professionalism and competence of all staff.
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TERENCE
Oct 2024Verified booking
Very interesting ,easy access
Beate
Oct 2024Verified booking
Very interesting and informative, we felt very comfortable. Especially paolo and L...
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Ludmila
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great experience and great information
Evaldo
Sep 2024Verified booking
Good experience visiting the main sites and a competent guide
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Carlos
Aug 2024Verified booking
A good way to get to know the city you're visiting!!! Enjoyable tour!!!
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MARIA
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very good experience, despite the heat. Also the guide Rafa very clear explanations and friendly.
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Alessandra
Dec 2024Verified booking
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City Sightseeing: Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Skip-the-Line Prado Gallery Tickets
Routes
Timeline
Map
1
Museo del Prado
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Neptuno Fountain
3 min walk
Museo Nacional del Prado
2 min walk
2
Puerta de Alcalá
Get direction
2 attractions
Nearby things to do
El Retiro Park
10 min walk
Puerta de Alcalá
3
Barrio de Salamanca
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Calle Serrano
3 min walk
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
5 min walk
4
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Teatro Real
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Plaza de España
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Royal Palace of Madrid
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Templo de Debod
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Temple of Debod
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Puerta de San Vicente
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Madrid Rio
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Colegiata - Mayor
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Atocha 116
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Plaza de Colón
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Museo de Esculturas
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Museo Ciencias Naturales
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Nuevos Ministerios
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Santiago Bernabéu
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Museo Lázaro Galdiano
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Museo Arqueológico
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Museo Arqueológico Nacional
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Biblioteca Nacional de España
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- How about diving into your Madrid trip with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket, giving you the freedom to roam Spain's capital just the way you like it?
- Never miss a beat with high-frequency buses arriving every 30 to 60 mins and seamlessly navigating through 32 stops, across the 2 routes.
- Enrich your journey with a bonus guided walking tour of Habsburg Madrid with the 48-hour ticket or upgrade skip-the-line Prado Gallery tickets.
- The double-decker buses offer unmatched panoramic views and stay informed with the comprehensive audio guide in 8 languages.
- Few famous stops on your route are the Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum, and Reina Sofia Museum.
- How about diving into your Madrid trip with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket, giving you the freedom to roam Spain's capital just the way you like it?
- Never miss a beat with high-frequency buses arriving every 30 to 60 mins and seamlessly navigating through 32 stops, across the 2 routes.
- Enrich your journey with a bonus guided walking tour of Habsburg Madrid with the 48-hour ticket or upgrade skip-the-line Prado Gallery tickets.
- The double-decker buses offer unmatched panoramic views and stay informed with the comprehensive audio guide in 8 languages.
- Few famous stops on your route are the Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum, and Reina Sofia Museum.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off unlimited tour
- Access to Red and Green routes
- Self-guided walking tour
- Skip-the-line Prado Gallery tickets (based on option selected)
- Free guided walking tours (based on option selected)
- Free 60-min e-scooter hire at Retiro Park (based on option selected)
- Complimentary food & drink tasting at Frutas Cuesta in Mercado de la Cebada (based on option selected)
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Japanese & Polish
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 9:30am from Prado Museum
- Last bus: 6pm from Prado Museum
- Frequency: Every 30 mins
- Popular stops: Cibeles Palace, Temple of Debod, Royal Botanical Garden of Madrid
Green Route
- First bus: 10am from Neptune Fountain Square
- Last bus: 5pm from Neptune Fountain Square
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Cibeles Square, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, National Archaeological Museum
Walking tours
Madrid de los Austrias tour
- Departure: 12pm from Hotel Riu Plaza España.
Paseo del Arte
- Departure: 4pm from Prado Museum
- Tip: Indulge in traditional Spanish tapas at Mercado de San Miguel, near the Plaza Mayor stop.
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.
- Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
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WILLAEY
Sep 2024Verified booking
It's ideal for a short stay! I advise people to take the whole tour by bus first. At each seat, you plug in the earphones provided when you get on the bus, select the language "French, English....." and learn about the history, places and monuments of the city, allowing you to visit a place or monument of your choice. Knowing that you can pick up the bus after a visit is a huge time saver. Don't look for an information point when you arrive. Go straight to a bus stop marked "Tour Madrid" and get on, and everything will be explained to you.
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Maya
Sep 2024Verified booking
Over all it was good experience and like the package offered. In order to rate this experience as awesome you need to improve the quality and the content of the audio guide on the bus. Sometimes the stories were repeated, interrupted and compared to other cities this was the poorest in terms of content. The free guided walking tour with the German student Lola on 14 Sep. was a kind of parody. The group found her irrelevant. There were many negative comments. How it comes she is a tour guide not knowing the places the city.... We didn't have the opportunity to do the tasting included in the ticket. Collecting the Prado museum tickets available only at 16.00 from one place was not the most convenient option. The guy giving the scooters was not speaking English at all. Over the package was great to give us best experience for the first time in Madrid. I give you good rating because of that.
RICARDO
Jul 2024Verified booking
I had seen the sites the day before on a separate tour . I found it hard to hear on the earphones provided. Overall it was ok considering what we paid.
Sheryl
Oct 2024Verified booking
The bus was on time, the app was accurate and the staff was helpful.
FRANKLIN
Oct 2024Verified booking
Punctuality, friendliness and enjoyment
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David
Oct 2024Verified booking
The sataff made you feel important
Martha
Aug 2024Verified booking
Great job!! Thanks for accommodating my Mom's wheelchair.
Anderson
Aug 2024Verified booking
Punctuality and excellent service
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Armando
Aug 2024Verified booking
Cumplen con lo que ofrecen. Una buena manera de ver la ciudad de forma cómoda y fácil. Vale la pena.
Yuliana
Apr 2024Verified booking
Excellent service, very complete. I recommend it to 10%.
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- Light up your night with a panoramic bus tour of Madrid, hitting up all the city's famous spots under the stars!
- Going on a single curated route, the lit-up view of the city, from an open-top double-decker bus, is one tour you are going to love!
- Get to know interesting facts and stories about Madrid from your live guide in English and Spanish to make this experience all the more exciting.
- You can spot must-see landmarks like the Door of Alcalá, Cibeles Square, Gran Vía, and so on.
- Light up your night with a panoramic bus tour of Madrid, hitting up all the city's famous spots under the stars!
- Going on a single curated route, the lit-up view of the city, from an open-top double-decker bus, is one tour you are going to love!
- Get to know interesting facts and stories about Madrid from your live guide in English and Spanish to make this experience all the more exciting.
- You can spot must-see landmarks like the Door of Alcalá, Cibeles Square, Gran Vía, and so on.
Inclusions
- 2-hour night tour of Madrid
- Professional English and Spanish-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Hop-on hop-off service
- Departure: 8pm from Fuente Neptuno (in front of the Goya Monument)
- Frequency: Once every evening
- Duration: 90 mins
- Children under 4 travel free of charge but must be on their caregiver's lap when the service is full.
- The buses are not accessible by wheelchairs.
- Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses.
- You can bring your furry friends along for the ride. Just make sure they're well-behaved and don't take up any seats. Keep them on a leash or in a carrier, and if needed, use a muzzle.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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GUILLERMO
Oct 2024Verified booking
Highly recommended, the guide in particular (Lion) demonstrated knowledge and group management. The tour was well designed as well.
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Manuel
Sep 2024Verified booking
Lively tour of Madrid's main sights. I liked the tour guide and the experience of the night tour of the city.
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CARRILLO
Jul 2024Verified booking
Petite expérience touristique sympathique avec une guide sympathique aussi. Vraiment dommage que le parcours n'inclus pas un petit tour autour du Santiago Bernabéu
Walfre
Jun 2024Verified booking
good service, they could improve it giving a moment to take pictures of the places where they take us, and it should start a little later to be able to see the places illuminated.
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Patrick
May 2024Verified booking
Very enjoyable and informative, Nengore the tour guide was excellent. Bus was clean and comfortable, nice tour route, I would recommend when visiting Madrid.
Himani
May 2024Verified booking
Loved Laura ..she's good n fun.. Jason was good too . Good experience..
Amanda
Apr 2024Verified booking
Fabulous bus trip, recommend to family and friends
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Combo (Save 11%): Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Prado Museum Tickets
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Save big on a Madrid hop-on, hop-off tour and Prado Museum entry with this combo ticket!
- Take a deep dive into the city of Madrid on a hop-on hop-off bus for 24/48 hours and flexible entry to the inimitable Prado Museum.
- Travel around at your own pace, and enjoy the availability of multiple stops and 4 different routes, a multilingual audio guide, Wi-Fi, and a tour map.
- Access stops like the eclectic Almudena Cathedral, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and the Royal Palace.
- Enjoy expedited entry to the Prado Museum, home to Spain's largest art collection. Upgrade for an audio guide.
- See over 20,000 pieces including masterworks like The Flight into Egypt by El Greco, Table of the Seven Deadly Sins by Bosch, and more.
Save big on a Madrid hop-on, hop-off tour and Prado Museum entry with this combo ticket!
- Take a deep dive into the city of Madrid on a hop-on hop-off bus for 24/48 hours and flexible entry to the inimitable Prado Museum.
- Travel around at your own pace, and enjoy the availability of multiple stops and 4 different routes, a multilingual audio guide, Wi-Fi, and a tour map.
- Access stops like the eclectic Almudena Cathedral, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and the Royal Palace.
- Enjoy expedited entry to the Prado Museum, home to Spain's largest art collection. Upgrade for an audio guide.
- See over 20,000 pieces including masterworks like The Flight into Egypt by El Greco, Table of the Seven Deadly Sins by Bosch, and more.
Inclusions
Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to 4 routes: Historic Madrid, Historic Madrid Extended, Modern Madrid, Modern Madrid Extended
- 2-hour guided walking tours in English and Spanish
- Audio guide in Spanish, Catalan, Gallego, Euskera, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic & Japanese
- Children's special channels in English and Spanish
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Prado Museum
- Flexible entry to Prado Museum
- Access to the permanent collections
- Digital audio guide in English and Spanish (optional)
- Extended validity to enter any time & date within operating hours
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Historic Madrid
- First bus: 9am from Prado Museum
- Last bus: 10pm from Prado Museum
- Frequency: every 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: Templo of Debod, Saint Vincent Gate, Gran Via
Historic Madrid Extended
- First bus: 10:05am from Prado Museum (10:10am in Winter)
- Last bus: 6:05pm from Prado Museum (2:30pm in Winter)
- Frequency: 2 departures a day
- Popular stops: Prado Museum, Alcalá Gate, Segovia Bridge
Modern Madrid
- First bus: 9am from Neptune Square
- Last bus: 10pm from Neptune Square
- Frequency: every 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: Cibeles Square, National Museum of Natural Sciences, National Archaeological Museum
Modern Madrid Extended
- First bus: 12:15am from Neptune Square (12:30pm in Winter)
- Last bus: 4:05pm from Neptune Square (4:30pm in Winter)
- Frequency: 2 departures a day
- Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Spanish National Research Council, Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Walking tours
- Departs at 11am from city center
- Duration: 2 hours
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
- Tip: Hop off at Retiro Park, a peaceful sanctuary in the city center. Walk around the garden, or rent a rowboat on the lake.
- Keep in mind large suitcases or packages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, only 1 wheelchair is allowed per bus.
- Ramps are available for easy access.
- On the days when the tours are canceled, due to traffic interruptions, passengers will be informed through notices at bus stops.
- Small animals in kennels or carriers are welcome onboard.
Prado Museum
- Tip: The Museum building itself is architecturally significant. Take a moment to appreciate its design and features, such as the stunning stained-glass dome.
- Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography and videography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
- This venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible and has baggage storage facilities.
- Please note that access to the museum is only possible up to 30 mins before closing time.
- Some sections of the museum are sometimes subject to last-minute closures at the authorities' discretion.
- Click here for instructions on how to access the digital audio guide.
- Admission is free from Mon to Sat: 6pm to 8pm, and Sun & holidays: 5pm to 7pm.
- Your ticket allows you to skip the ticketing lines and not the security lines.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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ILIANNA
Dec 2024Verified booking
Easy access, we didn't have a guide and we didn't wanna get an audio guide, but it was all easy to understand. We had access in all rooms. Would recommend
OSTOJA
Dec 2024Verified booking
There was no waiting time to pick up the voucher. On the other hand, I couldn't access the audioguide which was on the Headout app.
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Joy
Dec 2024Verified booking
The museum was overcrowded and large tour groups dominated. They stood in large groups in front of paintings for extended periods with no regard to anyone else trying to view the paintings.
Plamen
Dec 2024Verified booking
The roofs were not down despite the cold weather and there were leaves from the trees even on the lower deck.
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Manuela
Dec 2024Verified booking
The purchase process was very good. I just didn't realize that it was a digital audio guide. I overlooked it and then had too many difficulties with downloading and pairing the earphones on site.
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Heinrich
Dec 2024Verified booking
The fact that we were able to enter without any problems and the selection of pictures. A small suggestion for improvement: indicate the exhibition room with the audio guide number. Otherwise perfect
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Agustin
Dec 2024Verified booking
Very clear self-guides, with the exact duration. I also liked that they had an option for children, I listened to an audio guide and I also thought it was very good.
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Fabio
Dec 2024Verified booking
The beauty and quantity of the works are the strong point, although the ideal way to fully enjoy them is to spread out the visit over several days.
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SHOICHIRO
Dec 2024Verified booking
Finding an entry gate among many is also a fun to know how big Prado is and how beautiful a botanic. Garden is . Yes it is too great indeed inside to see all out with only a day but a couple of days . Compared with artists' age of life against the size of campus they painted , we can easily image they could not sleep enough for completing their paints , genius enough . So you can smell their real history as if you had been living contemporary. Do not miss such a chance .
Andrew
Dec 2024Verified booking
Easy access. Buying the ticket online was simple. Getting in the museum was easy - no lines and entry was well-marked with signs etc. The Prado is one of the world's great museums, and it was fantastic to be there again!
Zeniah
Dec 2024Verified booking
There were many stops. Everyone helped give directions. The audio was clear but some of the seats did not match the language and channels. It was raining hard. I wish it had a side cover on the top deck.
Hilmar
Dec 2024Verified booking
The works from the permanent exhibition were my goal. I only had about two hours to work with so I prepared and aimed for the highlights. It was awesome. I hadn't studied the floor plan at all, but as I am trained in architecture the building was rather easy to navigate. I would strongly recommend that people prepare themselves and plan an itinerary through the collection. There was some confusion on my behalf about the digital audio guide included so I rented the official audio guide from the museum. It was a great little guide, which I enjoyed both in Spanish and English.
Shamim
Nov 2024Verified booking
I paid again to get the audio guide and lost out because it was supposed to be included. I called the information guide but it was automation so it was not helpful. I think next time I'll book the basic and get the extras where I'm going
Noemi
Nov 2024Verified booking
Both the Palace and Prado were amazing places to see. Ticketing: really great experience in Prado, entering fast and easy. Palace ticketing was a bit longer, but overall very happy with purchase.
Jaime
Nov 2024Verified booking
The exhibit. It was easy for me and my wife to see the masterpieces that we liked. All people working ther new where the painters exhibits were. They were very knowledgeble and friendly.
Patricia
Nov 2024Verified booking
The visit was great, the works and the organization very good. All the staff was very friendly and prepared to guide us. But in the store the person charged two bags instead of one and I only noticed it when I arrived at the hotel. I felt cheated, disappointing.
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Paulo
Nov 2024Verified booking
I think I'm a layman who appreciates art very much. We've visited some excellent museums in Europe and, humbly, I found the Prado as exceptional as my pleasant and enjoyable trip to Madrid. I thank humanity for the existence / excellence of the Prado.
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Marcelo
Nov 2024Verified booking
My experience was excellent. The exhibition, the number of people, the order of the visit. The price is totally in line with what is offered.
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Tuan
Nov 2024Verified booking
We were able to get a handheld device with a ear plugs where we were able to identify paintings with numbers. Had to purchase from the museum for 5 euros a piece Which helped a lot.
Georg
Nov 2024Verified booking
It gave me a lot of confidence to be so well controlled. In the store there was a wide and beautiful selection of souvenirs. And, of course, the visit to the museum was the highlight for me - wonderful and incomparable treasures!
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Christine
Nov 2024Verified booking
Pre-booking meant we could plan our days, no long queue to get in and very easy to have our e-tickets in the app. Especially, great as the queue for buying at the Royal Palace was huge. Prado Museum flexible tickets were very convenient for day and time to visit. Very happy.
Marta
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything went well! Much faster entry. I don't think the audio helped much because it wasn't up to date and it was difficult to find the pictures that were highlighted. But I'd definitely buy here again
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Marites
Nov 2024Verified booking
Actually i only do 3 stars. 🌟 because the stops are so spread out and not easy..its always full and packed. The conductor are not nice bit nasty plus sometimes they stop narration
BÁRBARA
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was an expedited entry with almost no line. Our visit was very pleasant. Unfortunately, we were not allowed to take pictures in any of the rooms inside the museum so we have no photo memories of our visit.
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Aline
Nov 2024Verified booking
First of all the friendliness and professionalism of the staff from the entrance to the rooms without forgetting the cafeteria staff. Then the Palace is really a beauty.... Every room, every work of art is amazing. The Gallery must be seen. Best regards
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Combo (Save 19%): Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Tickets
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€38.10
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First-time in Madrid? Grab the ultimate sightseeing tour and priority entry to a royal palace.
- See the best of Madrid without breaking the bank! Combine a hop-on hop-off tour with a skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace.
- Hop on and off at the city's top attractions using this flexible bus pass that gives you unlimited access to 4 routes for 24 or 48 hours.
- With a multilingual commentary onboard you can uncover fun facts about Bernabeu Stadium, Castillo Square, and more.
- Bypass queues at Europe’s largest functional palace and soak in the stunning Baroque architecture of the Royal Palace of Madrid.
- Walk down the Grand Staircase, browse rare books at the Royal Library, and gaze at remarkable artwork by maestros like Bosch.
First-time in Madrid? Grab the ultimate sightseeing tour and priority entry to a royal palace.
- See the best of Madrid without breaking the bank! Combine a hop-on hop-off tour with a skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace.
- Hop on and off at the city's top attractions using this flexible bus pass that gives you unlimited access to 4 routes for 24 or 48 hours.
- With a multilingual commentary onboard you can uncover fun facts about Bernabeu Stadium, Castillo Square, and more.
- Bypass queues at Europe’s largest functional palace and soak in the stunning Baroque architecture of the Royal Palace of Madrid.
- Walk down the Grand Staircase, browse rare books at the Royal Library, and gaze at remarkable artwork by maestros like Bosch.
Inclusions
Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to 4 routes: Historic Madrid, Historic Madrid Extended, Modern Madrid, Modern Madrid Extended
- 2-hour guided walking tours in English and Spanish
- Audio guide in Spanish, Catalan, Gallego, Euskera, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic & Japanese
- Children's special channels in English and Spanish
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Royal Palace of Madrid
- Skip-the-line entry to Royal Palace of Madrid
Exclusions
- Access to Royal Kitchen
- Access to Royal Collections
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Historic Madrid
- First bus: 9am from Prado Museum
- Last bus: 10pm from Prado Museum
- Frequency: every 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: Templo of Debod, Saint Vincent Gate, Gran Via
Historic Madrid Extended
- First bus: 10:05am from Prado Museum (10:10am in Winter)
- Last bus: 6:05pm from Prado Museum (2:30pm in Winter)
- Frequency: 2 departures a day
- Popular stops: Prado Museum, Alcalá Gate, Segovia Bridge
Modern Madrid
- First bus: 9am from Neptune Square
- Last bus: 10pm from Neptune Square
- Frequency: every 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: Cibeles Square, National Museum of Natural Sciences, National Archaeological Museum
Modern Madrid Extended
- First bus: 12:15am from Neptune Square (12:30pm in Winter)
- Last bus: 4:05pm from Neptune Square (4:30pm in Winter)
- Frequency: 2 departures a day
- Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Spanish National Research Council, Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Walking tours
- Departs at 11am from city center
- Duration: 2 hours
Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
- Tip: If you wish to visit the Royal Palace during your hoho tour, then drop off at the Gran Vía 32 stop.
- Keep in mind large suitcases or packages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, only 1 wheelchair is allowed per bus.
- Ramps are available for easy access.
- On the days when the tours are canceled, due to traffic interruptions, passengers will be informed through notices at bus stops.
- Small animals in kennels or carriers are welcome onboard.
Royal Palace of Madrid
- Tip: Don't forget to visit the Royal Pharmacy, a unique part of the palace with an extensive collection of antique pharmaceutical jars and equipment.
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography and videography are strictly not allowed. Mobile phones must remain in silent mode.
- Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed in the venue. Pack wisely!
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- The voucher is only valid for the day you have chosen for your visit.
- Please keep in mind that your visits to certain sections of the palace may be timed.
- The palace may be closed on special occasions for the celebration of official acts.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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ZBIDI
Dec 2024Verified booking
The architecture of the palace is magnificent, it's the best palace I've seen. i'm not much of a museum lover, but the prado attracted me too much. I won't hesitate to visit again if I get the chance. to be recommended
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ILIANNA
Dec 2024Verified booking
A little difficult to find the entrance, but the overall tour was nice. We didn't have a guide so we explored the palace on our own, which was pretty okay, i think you will only need an audio guide if you wanna learn more.
Plamen
Dec 2024Verified booking
The roofs were not down despite the cold weather and there were leaves from the trees even on the lower deck.
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Israel
Dec 2024Verified booking
It helped me a lot to have the tickets, in the afternoon. We arrived several hours late but they gave us the option to enter with the tickets we had and avoid a line of more than 150 people.
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Zeniah
Dec 2024Verified booking
There were many stops. Everyone helped give directions. The audio was clear but some of the seats did not match the language and channels. It was raining hard. I wish it had a side cover on the top deck.
Jacky
Nov 2024Verified booking
The experience was nice and smooth and the attar ton was awesome with lots to see. Wonderful choice of attraction in Madrid.
Stefan
Nov 2024Verified booking
Great experience, uncomplicated admission We were taken to the upper floor in the royal elevator. Great access for people with physical disabilities.
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VITALIANO
Nov 2024Verified booking
We visited the Royal Palace on 31/10. I highly recommend taking the queue-cutting tickets, which saved us a huge queue. We took an audio guide which really helped us understand the tour. A very pleasant visit.
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Marites
Nov 2024Verified booking
We came line was long but i went all the way to the front and ask for the skip of the line and they took me in.. so didn't sweat at all but i got the first opening times 10 am so it wasnt too crowded yet totally worth it to go in
Marites
Nov 2024Verified booking
Actually i only do 3 stars. 🌟 because the stops are so spread out and not easy..its always full and packed. The conductor are not nice bit nasty plus sometimes they stop narration
WAN
Nov 2024Verified booking
Easy purchase experience Love the place The only drawback is it didnt specify the actual entrance point. We went to the group tour entrance while we should be at the individual tour entrance
Custodia
Nov 2024Verified booking
The visit was a bit useless because after getting tickets for three people 40 € to avoid queuing for more than 1 hour there were no guides or anyone to give you an explanation and as we are not from Madrid we could only read the signs of each room. In short we will not return
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Sjoerd
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was great that the tickets could be bought in advance. The bus trip was fine. Too bad the audio didn't work properly, so we didn't hear everything. The queue for the palace was very long. With our pre-purchased tickets we were able to skip the line. Very nice.
Martin
Nov 2024Verified booking
Easy to find pick-up locations. Friendly staff. Nice tour (modern and old). Always a spot free at the top.
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Nathan
Nov 2024Verified booking
Great tour that allowed us to ride and see with small kids a lot of the city. Very nice commentary. Easy to use and very helpful for non-Spanish speakers.
Nahor
Nov 2024Verified booking
Good quality of vehicles and narration (guide), excellent range of languages for the guide, good frequency of buses and punctuality.
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Ferent
Nov 2024Verified booking
I was lucky that I bought tickets online, otherwise it was a 1 kilometer queue. Perhaps it would have been good to specify somewhere that those with online tickets can enter past the enormous queue to buy tickets, where exactly. The royal palace is gorgeous! I found the tour quite short, especially as it is compared to Versailles. But the experience is worth it. I think that here, on this site, I found the cheapest tickets.
Fiona
Nov 2024Verified booking
Booking was easy but be aware of how many similar tours stop in exact spot. Big bus is obvious and dark red color but two different companies have bright red - one is Madrid city tours and one is city sightseeing Madrid. Many tourists getting on wrong buses and confused. Also stop near plaza del sol is hard to locate. Be aware that Prada stop gets busy - it is also where the buses end their route or take a break, so you may wait for a bus only to find after letting passengers off it is stopping service.
Franco
Oct 2024Verified booking
The queue-jumping worked pefectly. Inside, many rooms were very crowded, and having left one room by entering the next, it was not possible to go back-I was reprimanded for attempting it.
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Mrs
Oct 2024Verified booking
The buses run very frequently we never waited more than a few mins. We also didn't need to print out our tickets as we were told to, they just scanned them on board. We were not out early enough to do the walking tour at 11 am. But we were able to do both 1 and 2 routes on our ticket. The headphone sockets did not all work but you could share one set between 2 of you. Remember to take something warm to wear, it gets quite cold on the top. Great experience and good value for money.
Jose
Oct 2024Verified booking
The best thing that happened to me when I visited madrid was this bus ride because I went to see the clasico but my favorite team Real Madrid lost it.
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Thomas
Oct 2024Verified booking
The problem is that there is no one to check the ticket time so people who are after you pass you by. Otherwise everything is fine.
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Galdino
Oct 2024Verified booking
Everything is great, only the attitude of some of your collaborators could be improved, remind them that for them it is just another service, but for you it is a unique experience.
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Vakadinova
Oct 2024Verified booking
The organization of the entrance in the palace is excelent. We didn't have to wait in the queu at all. Maybe would be better to inidicate the entrance for different kind of visitors more detailed.
Jolanda
Oct 2024Verified booking
Great experience to do, great price too. Only the skip the line is not clear. You have an entrance with and without a ticket. And then it is not clear where you have to stand with your ticket. Finally found the right and indeed much shorter line and could then enter within 15 minutes...skip the line of buying a ticket is a fair term.
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Combo (Save 11%): Liria Palace Tickets with Audio Guide + Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
from €44
€39.14
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See Madrid at your pace: Palace entry plus unlimited city bus routes.
- Explore Madrid’s royal quarter and local neighborhoods with this combo, featuring Liria Palace access and a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.
- Book this if you want to mix culture and freedom to explore. Dive into palace treasures, and hop buses past 70 Madrid landmarks until sunset.
- You’ll get: Liria Palace entry with multilingual audio tour, 24 or 48-hour access to 4 bus routes covering 37km of Madrid, and 2-hour walking tours.
- Listen as your bus audio reveals Plaza Mayor's secret passages, then explore Liria's hidden tunnels used during the Civil War.
- Stop for photos at 6 royal squares, then compare them to the private Alba family courtyard at Liria where aristocrats still gather today.
See Madrid at your pace: Palace entry plus unlimited city bus routes.
- Explore Madrid’s royal quarter and local neighborhoods with this combo, featuring Liria Palace access and a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.
- Book this if you want to mix culture and freedom to explore. Dive into palace treasures, and hop buses past 70 Madrid landmarks until sunset.
- You’ll get: Liria Palace entry with multilingual audio tour, 24 or 48-hour access to 4 bus routes covering 37km of Madrid, and 2-hour walking tours.
- Listen as your bus audio reveals Plaza Mayor's secret passages, then explore Liria's hidden tunnels used during the Civil War.
- Stop for photos at 6 royal squares, then compare them to the private Alba family courtyard at Liria where aristocrats still gather today.
Inclusions
Liria Palace
- Entry to Liria Palace
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian
Madrid Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
- 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour (based on option selected)
- Access to 4 routes: Historic Madrid, Historic Madrid Extended, Modern Madrid, Modern Madrid Extended
- 2-hour guided walking tours in English and Spanish
- Audio guide in Spanish, Catalan, Gallego, Euskera, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic & Japanese
- Children's special channels in English and Spanish
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
- See route details here
Exclusions
Madrid Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
- Entry to other attractions
Liria Palace
- Tip: For a richer experience, consider downloading a Madrid art history podcast or using an art app beforehand. It will help you understand the Spanish painters featured here.
- Liria Palace is wheelchair accessible. However, its temporary exhibitions are not accessible for those with reduced mobility or difficulty climbing stairs.
- This experience is not accessible by pram/stroller.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Children aged under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult.
- The self-paced audio tour lasts 65 minutes, and late entry is not allowed.
- The palace will be closed on January 1, January 5 (afternoon), January 6, December 24 (afternoon), December 25, and December 31 (afternoon).
- The palace may occasionally close to visitors due to internal reasons.
- On Mondays, there are two free sessions at 9:15am and 9:45am. The 9:45am session is reserved exclusively for those aged over 65.
Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
- Tip: Sit on the top deck’s right side for the best views on both routes, especially for picture-perfect glimpses of Madrid’s landmark buildings like the Royal Palace.
- The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, only 1 wheelchair is allowed per bus.
- Ramps are available for easy access.
- On the days when the tours are canceled, due to traffic interruptions, passengers will be informed through notices at bus stops.
- Small animals in kennels or carriers are welcome onboard.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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José
Dec 2024Verified booking
The purchase and reservation of the tickets was easy but to my surprise it did not allow me to download them directly from my email to print and I had by OBLIGATION that I did not choose to download an application and in my opinion it seems to me an IMPOSED obligation and it is not logical to me.
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Plamen
Dec 2024Verified booking
The roofs were not down despite the cold weather and there were leaves from the trees even on the lower deck.
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Zeniah
Dec 2024Verified booking
There were many stops. Everyone helped give directions. The audio was clear but some of the seats did not match the language and channels. It was raining hard. I wish it had a side cover on the top deck.
Marites
Nov 2024Verified booking
Actually i only do 3 stars. 🌟 because the stops are so spread out and not easy..its always full and packed. The conductor are not nice bit nasty plus sometimes they stop narration
Sjoerd
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was great that the tickets could be bought in advance. The bus trip was fine. Too bad the audio didn't work properly, so we didn't hear everything. The queue for the palace was very long. With our pre-purchased tickets we were able to skip the line. Very nice.
Martin
Nov 2024Verified booking
Easy to find pick-up locations. Friendly staff. Nice tour (modern and old). Always a spot free at the top.
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Nathan
Nov 2024Verified booking
Great tour that allowed us to ride and see with small kids a lot of the city. Very nice commentary. Easy to use and very helpful for non-Spanish speakers.
Nahor
Nov 2024Verified booking
Good quality of vehicles and narration (guide), excellent range of languages for the guide, good frequency of buses and punctuality.
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Fiona
Nov 2024Verified booking
Booking was easy but be aware of how many similar tours stop in exact spot. Big bus is obvious and dark red color but two different companies have bright red - one is Madrid city tours and one is city sightseeing Madrid. Many tourists getting on wrong buses and confused. Also stop near plaza del sol is hard to locate. Be aware that Prada stop gets busy - it is also where the buses end their route or take a break, so you may wait for a bus only to find after letting passengers off it is stopping service.
Mrs
Oct 2024Verified booking
The buses run very frequently we never waited more than a few mins. We also didn't need to print out our tickets as we were told to, they just scanned them on board. We were not out early enough to do the walking tour at 11 am. But we were able to do both 1 and 2 routes on our ticket. The headphone sockets did not all work but you could share one set between 2 of you. Remember to take something warm to wear, it gets quite cold on the top. Great experience and good value for money.
Jose
Oct 2024Verified booking
The best thing that happened to me when I visited madrid was this bus ride because I went to see the clasico but my favorite team Real Madrid lost it.
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Galdino
Oct 2024Verified booking
Everything is great, only the attitude of some of your collaborators could be improved, remind them that for them it is just another service, but for you it is a unique experience.
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Ann
Oct 2024Verified booking
Great way to get our bearing, we stayed on for full loop decided which stop suited us then got on and off accordingly Very helpful and pleasant. Such good value
Wang
Oct 2024Verified booking
Personnel provided excellent service but when they will be named bus stops in English also, will be better. Additionally, I would like to recommend make some tour bus stops more visible from the distance, espesially on the Green Line.
Octavio
Oct 2024Verified booking
THEY NEVER INFORMED THAT DUE TO THE PROXIMITY OF THE HOLIDAYS, ROADS WOULD BE CLOSED AND THEY WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH SCHEDULES, FREQUENCIES OR STOPS TO TAKE THE BUS. I WILL RECOMMEND FUTURE TRAVELERS NOT TO USE THEIR SERVICES.
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Lisa
Oct 2024Verified booking
We love the hop-on hop-off feature to see whatever we want and get back on the bus anytime. Purchase tickets was easy online on my cell phone. I highly recommend it if you're trying to get familiar with a new city. After our visit on the bus, we went back and revisited places more in depth. I highly recommend they hop on hop off bus experience
Berthold
Oct 2024Verified booking
The buses were quite punctual despite the traffic. Staff were nice, spoke very good English and were helpful. The app for the bus overview was very helpful.
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James
Oct 2024Verified booking
Being able to see round the whole city with a good view and a commentary. There was a bit too much info about architects for our taste, when what buildings were and how old they were and how different pats of the city evolved would have been more interesting to us
María
Sep 2024Verified booking
I loved it. The guide was excellent, you can tell that she has a great command of all the information that she gives us and in a very dynamic way.
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Lini
Sep 2024Verified booking
I loved the experience of being able to get off and get to know the sights better, then continue on the route. It was very easy and very worthwhile!
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Stuart
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great venue and loved the palace tour. All signs were in both Spanish and English and the audio guides were worth the small additional charge. An amazing place to see and learn about. Bus tour was ok, although a number of headphone ports on some of the buses weren't working so no commentary. Got us where we needed and enjoyed seeing the city that way.
Dorothy
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was good to tour the city, my husband and I ended up sharing a headset. Got quite frustrated at the facts, ie monument to xx designed by xx built in xx There was nothing personal in the presentation at all
Raimundo
Sep 2024Verified booking
Everything was fine. Except that I was charged twice. I have claimed the refund to Julia by email, but she has not yet replied or refunded the amount of 36 €.
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Karen
Sep 2024Verified booking
Royal palace was truly amazing and beautiful. The hip on hop off was informative and provides a good overview of Madrid
Mireille
Sep 2024Verified booking
+ easy and nice to explore the city on the bus - sometimes we waited more than 30min for the next bus. (At stop 15/16) - we saw more than twice 2 busses right at eachother.
What others have to say about Hop-on Hop-off Madrid
Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Madrid
Flexible schedule
With a Hop-on Hop-off pass, you can explore Madrid at your own pace. In addition to seeing top tourist attractions, you can take a break to grab lunch, explore local stores, and stroll around pretty neighborhoods.
Ease of use
Unlike the public transport network, a Hop-on Hop-off tour is easy to navigate, with passengers having mobile access to routes and live tracking. You will have more time to explore if you choose a Hop-on Hop-off pass.
See major attractions
Visit all the popular attractions in Madrid – Puerta de Alcalá, Jardín Botánico, Templo de Debod, and more. Get off at any of the stops along your route and check things off your bucket list.
Other perks
Hop-on Hop-off tours also offer other amenities like free WiFi on board, detailed maps, and multilingual audio guides that can be helpful to first-time visitors.
Hop-on Hop-off buses are a great choice for
Visitors short on time
If you’re not staying long in Madrid, but would still like to explore the city, a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour is ideal for you. Grab a seat and take in the best sights of the city. If your schedule permits, you can even visit a couple of top attractions.
Families with kids and seniors
Hop-on Hop-off tours give you time and flexibility to explore the city at your own pace. This is why it’s a great option for families traveling with kids and seniors. See top sights without feeling the pressure to hurry along to your next destination.
Student travelers
Students and other budget travelers can benefit greatly from Hop-on, Hop-off passes. In addition to taking you to popular attractions, your pass also includes free WiFi, multilingual audio guides, and detailed maps.
First-timers
A Hop-on Hop-off bus tour helps you understand the general pulse of a city. So it’s a great option for first-timers looking to get familiar with the city before planning out the rest of their travel days.
Operators
Madrid City Tour
City Sightseeing
Big Bus
Ticket types
24 & 48 hours
24 & 48 hours
24 & 48 hours
Timings
9am - 10pm
9:30am - 8:30pm
9:30am - 7:30pm
Frequency
15 - 20 minutes
25 - 40 minutes
20 - 30 minutes
Routes & stops
4 routes, 16 - 22 stops
2 routes, 32 stops
1 route, 11 stops
Other tours/add-ons
Entry to Prado Gallery, Entry to Ikono, Free guided walking tours, Free 60-min e-scooter hire at Retiro Park, Complimentary food & drink tasting at Frutas Cuesta in Mercado de la Cebada (all these add-ons are available based on the option selected)
90-minute panoramic day tour (if selected) 2-hour panoramic night tour (if selected)
Amenities
Free WiFi, mobile app with live tracking, audio guides in 14 languages
Mobile app with live tracking, audio guides in 12 languages
Complementary headphones, mobile app with live tracking
Perks
2-hour guided walking tours & children’s special channels in English and Spanish
Self-guided walking tour
English & Spanish-speaking guide
Prices starting from
Adult - €28 | Senior - €19 | Child - €15
Adult - €28 | Senior - €19 | Child - €11
Adult - €24.30 | Senior - €22.50 | Child - €20.70
How to book Hop-on Hop-off tickets
Step 1
Browse through the various operators, their routes, and costs. Pick the bus tour that best suits your travel needs.
Step 2
Purchase your Hop-on Hop-off Madrid tickets with PayPal, iDeal, or a Credit or Debit Card.
Step 3
You will receive the ticket voucher via an email.
Step 4
Board the bus at any stop. Display your mobile voucher to the driver or staff to begin your journey.
Step 5
Use the mobile app to track your route and stops in real time.
Top sights covered
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Frequently asked questions about Madrid Hop-on Hop-off bus tours
Can I board the Hop-on Hop-off Madrid bus tour at any stop?
Yes, you can get on and off the tour at any of the stops on your designated route.
Do I need to purchase separate Hop-on Hop-off passes for my children?
Yes, you do. However, most operators allow very young children to travel for free, provided they do not occupy a separate seat. We recommend reading the instructions regarding age ranges on the check-out page carefully before booking your kids’ Hop-on Hop-off passes.
Can I bring my pets/guide dogs on the Madrid Hop-on Hop-off bus tour?
Check with your operator before bringing your pets or guide dogs onboard. Some operators allow for small pets, provided they remain in their carriers or kennels. Please read the instructions carefully before booking your passes.
Are the Madrid Hop-on Hop-off tour buses wheelchair accessible?
Some of them are. Please note that some operators may have size specifications for wheelchairs or can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time. So if a wheelchair user is already on board, you will need to wait and catch the next bus.
Are there restrooms available during the Hop-on Hop-off tour?
No, there are no restrooms available on Hop-on Hop-off tour buses. However, you can use public restrooms available at major attractions.
Will I be informed if the tour is canceled?
If a tour is canceled due to traffic constrictions or any other unforeseeable circumstances, your operator typically puts up notices at the bus stop. Please look for them once you arrive at the stop to save yourself the waiting time.
Do the Hop-on Hop-off Madrid tours also cover hotel pick-ups?
No, the Hop-on Hop-off bus tours do not offer hotel pick-ups. However, all the stops on your routes are easily accessible from most parts of the city.