Nacional de España
Royal Palace of Madrid
Tickets, 2026
Walk through Europe's largest working royal palace — gilded State Rooms, the Royal Armoury, the Royal Pharmacy — skip the ticket-office line, and lock in your entry time before you even land in Madrid.
Pick the Royal Palace of Madrid Ticket That Fits Your Trip
General admission if you just want to see it. A Royal Palace guided tour if you want to understand what you're looking at. A combo ticket if the Prado Museum is on your list too.
Most Popular4.6(16,240)Royal Palace Fast-Access Admission Ticket
- Timed entry straight into the State Rooms
- No ticket-office queue — walk right past it
- Royal Armoury access where included/open
- Self-guided, so you can go at your own pace
🏆 Top-Rated Tour - 20264.9(5,960)Madrid: Royal Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
- Officially certified tour guide
- Fast-track entrance to the Royal Palace
- Royal Palace admission included
- Headsets for clear commentary from your guide
3.8(1,860)Madrid: Royal Palace Entry with Audio Guide
- Entrance ticket to the Royal Palace of Madrid
- Digital audio guide app available in 5 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian
- Duration: 1.5 hours
Bundle the Royal Palace With Madrid's Other Landmarks
Prado Museum and the Royal Palace Guided Tour
One reservation, both sights — the royal residence and Spain's national art collection, without juggling two separate bookings and two separate queues.
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Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral Small-Group Tour
Discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Madrid, one of Europe’s largest royal palaces, and continue your visit with the impressive Almudena Cathedral.
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Royal Palace Small Group Guided Tour & Wine Tasting
Step inside the Royal Palace of Madrid on a small-group guided tour. Discover the magnificent Throne Room and Royal Chapel, stroll through the palace gardens, and finish with a Spanish wine tasting overlooking the Royal Palace.
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General Admission
A standard self-guided ticket to the State Rooms runs €22 for adults. A reduced price of €9 applies to visitors aged 5–16, students up to 25 with ID, and seniors 65+. Under-5s get in free. The Palace only allows a limited number of visitors per timed slot, so you'll need to book a specific entry time — Secure Your Preferred Entry Time in high season.
Royal Palace Guided Tour Price
Expect to pay roughly €35–€45 per person for a Royal Palace of Madrid guided tour. That covers skip-the-line entry plus around 60–90 minutes with a licensed guide walking you through the Throne Room, the Royal Armoury, and the history behind the Bourbon dynasty's official residence — not just where to take photos.
Free Entry & Reduced-Price Windows
Eligible visitors can access free-entry periods Monday to Thursday during designated afternoon/evening hours. Times and eligibility conditions vary, so check current Patrimonio Nacional information before visiting.
Royal Palace + Prado Museum Combo
Doing both of Madrid's biggest landmarks on the same trip? A combined Royal Palace and Prado Museum ticket typically starts around €59–€75 and is usually simpler — and often cheaper — than booking each one separately.
Why Not Just Buy a Ticket at the Gate?
Skip the Line, for Real
Same-day tickets bought at the ticket office mean queuing — sometimes 45 minutes or more, especially in peak season. Book ahead and you walk straight to the entrance instead.
You Won't Get Turned Away
The Royal Palace caps entries by the hour, and popular slots close once they're full — particularly when the Palace closes early or partially for state ceremonies. Booking online means your spot is locked in before you arrive.
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Compare Royal Palace guided tours and combo tickets side by side, so you know exactly what the extra euros get you before you commit.
What's New for Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets in 2026
Confirmation Lands Instantly
Your voucher and QR code hit your inbox the moment you book — no waiting around.
Timed Entry, No Line
Your slot is reserved ahead of time, so you bypass the ticket-office queue entirely.
Last-Minute Slots Do Open Up
Sold out for your date? It's worth checking again closer to your visit — cancellations free up spots.
Free Cancellation on Most Tours
Plans change. Most guided tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours out for a full refund.
*Cancellation terms vary slightly by booking partner — checkout will show the exact policy before you pay.
When's the Best Time to Visit the Royal Palace?
Because entry is capped by the hour, your time slot matters more than the season does. Book the first slot of the day if you can — mornings are noticeably quieter and you'll beat the tour-bus crowds. Avoid 11am–2pm between April and September, when the Palace is busiest. Also worth checking before you book: the Palace occasionally closes early, or closes entirely, for state ceremonies and official events — your booking partner will flag this if it affects your date.
Royal Palace of Madrid Opening Hours 2026
| Summer (Apr–Sep), Mon–Sat | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Winter (Oct–Mar), Mon–Sat | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Sundays and public holidays close earlier, at 4:00 pm year-round. Hours shift occasionally for state events, so treat your ticket's confirmed entry time as the final word.
Where Is the Royal Palace of Madrid?
Address: Calle de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, Spain (entrance via Plaza de la Armería)
GPS coordinates: 40.4180° N, 3.7144° W
Nearest metro: Ópera (Lines 2, 5, R), ~5 min walk
Worth Seeing While You're in the Area
Almudena Cathedral
Right next door to the Palace, free to enter, and worth the five minutes it takes to walk over — especially for the view of the dome from Plaza de la Armería.
Plaza Mayor
A grand 17th-century arcaded square about a 10-minute walk away, ringed with cafés — a natural next stop after the Palace, especially if you're continuing into the historic center.
Royal Palace Tips & Guides
What to See Inside the Royal Palace of Madrid
The Royal Palace of Madrid is much more than its grand exterior. Inside, visitors can discover spectacular State Rooms, the Throne Room, Main Staircase, Gasparini Room, Hall of Columns, Royal Chapel and one of Europe's most important royal armouries.
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How Long Do You Need at the Royal Palace of Madrid?
Plan Enough Time to Enjoy the Palace Without Rushing.
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Royal Palace Madrid Guided Tour vs Self-Guided: Which Is Better?
More Freedom or More Insight? Choose the Visit That Suits You.
Read More »Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets & Tour FAQs
Right here on this page — pick a ticket or tour, hit BOOK NOW, and finish checkout with our booking partner. It only takes a couple of minutes to book Royal Palace Madrid tickets this way, and you'll get an email confirmation with a QR code or voucher within minutes; that's what you show at the entrance.
Ready to See the Royal Palace of Madrid for Yourself?
Booking ahead lets you choose an available timed-entry slot before arriving, which is particularly useful during busy periods.
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