Madrid Bus Tours

Historic Madrid (Blue route) Expect royal-era architecture, old-world charm. The bus winds through grand boulevards and centuries-old plazas where wrought-iron balconies and stone façades steal the show.

• Popular stops: Art Triangle, Plaza de Cibeles, Puerta de Toledo, Royal Palace

Modern Madrid (Green route) Sleek glass buildings rise, wide avenues open up, business hubs buzz, and contemporary design takes center stage. This route sweeps through Madrid’s polished, forward-looking side, where rooftop bars, stylish shopping zones, and bold architecture redefine the skyline.

• Popular stops: National Museum of Natural Sciences, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Nuevos Ministerios

Actual Madrid (Orange route) This is everyday Madrid—layered, lively, and full of personality. The bus rolls through local hangouts, cultural pockets, and streets where classic taverns sit beside trendy cafés.

• Popular stops: Goya Street, Puerta de Alcalá, Las Ventas Bullring

Walking tour (self-paid)

• Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor
• Frequency: Once every day
• Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions #

• 24/48-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

• Access to Historical (Blue), Modern (Green), and Actual (Orange) routes

• 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Catalan, Japanese, Basque, Galician, Chinese, Russian & Dutch

• Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish

• Free Wi-Fi and headphones onboard

• Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

• Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences

• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions #

• Hotel pickup and drop-off service

• Entry to attractions

What's not allowed

• Smoking, large suitcases, or packages are not allowed on the buses.

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.

Additional information

• Small pets and animals in kennels or carriers are permitted onboard.
• Kindly note that the guided walking tour includes a small fee and mandatory registration. More details will be available on the bus.
• The complimentary drink can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.
• Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, will be shared post-booking.

Inclusions #

• 90-minute non-stop panoramic bus tour of Madrid

• Access to Blue Route

Exclusions #

• Hop-on hop-off service

What's not allowed

• Keep in mind luggage, food & beverages, smoking, and vaping are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on the bus.

Additional information

• The tour does not operate on Christmas (December 25).
• Children under 4 years old can travel for free.
• Local events might affect service due to road closures.

Madrid panoramic night tour The Madrid panoramic night tour offers a magical experience, showcasing the city's iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated after dark. Schedule

• Departure: 8pm from Stop 1 (Fuente Neptuno)
• Frequency: Once a day
• Duration: 75 minutes
• Popular sights: Edificio Metrópolis, Plaza de España, Puerta de Alcalá

Inclusions #

• 75-min non-stop panoramic night tour of Madrid

• Live English and Spanish-speaking guide

Exclusions #

• Hop-on hop-off service

What’s not allowed

• Keep in mind that luggage, food & beverages, smoking and vaping are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or pram/stroller.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on the bus.

Additional information

• The tour does not operate on Christmas (December 25).
• Children under 4 years old can travel for free.
• Local events might affect service due to road closures.

Inclusions #

• 1/2/3/4-hour private tour of Madrid

• Small group of 4 people in 1 eco-friendly Tuk Tuk

• English and Spanish-speaking driver/guide

Exclusions #

• Hop-on hop-off service

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Historic Madrid (Blue Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:30pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 30 to 40 minutes
• Popular stops: Temple of Debod, Palacio Real, Paseo del Prado

Modern Madrid (Green Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:10pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 35 minutes
• Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Natural History Museum, Nuevos Ministerios

Actual Madrid (Orange Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 35 minutes
• Popular stops: Goya Street, Arabic House, Bullring Las Ventas

Walking tour (self-paid)

• Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor
• Frequency: Once every day
• Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions #

Santiago Bernabéu

• Timed entry to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium (near stop 5, Modern Madrid route)

• Entry to the Real Madrid Museum

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour

• Access to Historical (Blue), Modern (Green), and Actual (Orange) routes

• 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Catalan, Japanese, Basque, Galician, Chinese, Russian & Dutch

• Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish

• Free Wi-Fi and headphones onboard

• Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

• Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences

• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions #

Santiago Bernabéu

• Guided tour

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Entry tickets to attractions

What’s not allowed

Santiago Bernabéu

• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• Food & beverages, large facilities, smoking, and alcohol are not allowed on this experience.
• Flash photography, drones, selfie sticks, and tripods are strictly prohibited at the venue.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Smoking, large suitcases, or packages are not allowed on the buses.

Accessibility

Santiago Bernabéu

• The stadium and museum are wheelchair accessible. However, the last floor of the stadium isn't accessible by elevator and is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• Keep in mind that the tour route includes numerous flights of stairs.
• Certified guide dogs are welcome at the stadium and museum, subject to presenting the official documentation.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.

Additional information

Santiago Bernabéu

• Your timed entry tickets are only valid for the time and day you’ve chosen while making your booking. Do make sure to arrive within your chosen time slot.
• The tour route may change due to the renovations and any events at the stadium. You’ll be informed of this change at the entrance, the ticket counter, and on the Real Madrid website.
• On match days, you can access the museum and panoramic view of the stadium up to 5.5 hours before kickoff.
• Children under the age of 5 can enter for free and must be accompanied by an adult.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Small pets and animals in kennels or carriers are permitted onboard.
• Kindly note that the guided walking tour includes a small fee and mandatory registration. More details will be available on the bus.
• The complimentary drink can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.
• Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, will be shared post-booking.

Madrid Zoo Aquarium

• The Zoo can be accessed by guests with disabilities and reduced mobility.
• Strollers are available for hire.
• Children under 3 can go free.

Madrid Panoramic Bus Tour

• Tip: Arrive early at the starting point to grab the best upper-deck seats of the panoramic city bus tour. Opt for an aisle seat for easy movement and perfect photo ops from both sides.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses.

Inclusions #

Madrid Zoo Aquarium

• Entry to Madrid Zoo Aquarium

Madrid Panoramic Bus Tour

• 90-minute uninterrupted panoramic bus tour of Madrid

• Access to Blue Route

• English and Spanish-speaking live guide

• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions #

• Live guide

• Food & beverages

• Hop-on hop-off tour

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Historic Madrid (Blue Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:30pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 30 to 40 minutes
• Popular stops: Temple of Debod, Palacio Real, Paseo del Prado

Modern Madrid (Green Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:10pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 35 minutes
• Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Natural History Museum, Nuevos Ministerios

Actual Madrid (Orange Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 35 minutes
• Popular stops: Goya Street, Arabic House, Bullring Las Ventas

Walking tour (self-paid)

• Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor
• Frequency: Once every day
• Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions #

Liria Palace

• Entry to Liria Palace (near stop 4, Historic route)

• Digital audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

• Small group tour of 10 guests

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour

• Access to Historic (Blue), Modern (Green), and Actual (Orange) routes

• 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Catalan, Japanese, Basque, Galician, Chinese, Russian & Dutch

• Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish

• Free Wi-Fi and headphones onboard

• Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

• Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences

• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions #

Liria Palace

• Tour guide

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Entry tickets to attractions

What's not allowed

Liria Palace

• Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
• Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, or obstruct the passage on the palace floors. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Smoking, large suitcases, or packages are not allowed on the buses.

Accessibility

Liria Palace

• The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.

Additional information

Liria Palace

• Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
• You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
• The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
• The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
• Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Small pets and animals in kennels or carriers are permitted onboard.
• Kindly note that the guided walking tour includes a small fee and mandatory registration. More details will be available on the bus.
• The complimentary drink can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.
• Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, will be shared post-booking.

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Historic Madrid (Blue Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:30pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 30 to 40 minutes
• Popular stops: Temple of Debod, Palacio Real, Paseo del Prado

Modern Madrid (Green Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:10pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 35 minutes
• Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Natural History Museum, Nuevos Ministerios

Actual Madrid (Orange Route)

• First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
• Frequency: every 35 minutes
• Popular stops: Goya Street, Arabic House, Bullring Las Ventas

Walking tour (self-paid)

• Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor
• Frequency: Once every day
• Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions #

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour

• Access to Historical (Blue), Modern (Green), and Actual (Orange) routes

• 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Catalan, Japanese, Basque, Galician, Chinese, Russian & Dutch

• Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish

• Free Wi-Fi and headphones onboard

• Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

• Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences

• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Royal Palace of Madrid

• Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Madrid (near stops 4 and 8, Historic Madrid route)

• Monolingual or bilingual guide in English and Spanish (depending on availability)

• Radio guide system

Exclusions #

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Entry tickets to attractions

What's not allowed

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Smoking, large suitcases, or packages are not allowed on the buses.

Royal Palace of Madrid

• Keep your camera tucked away as photography and videography are strictly not allowed inside the venue.

Accessibility

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.

Royal Palace of Madrid

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

Additional information

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

• Small pets and animals in kennels or carriers are permitted onboard.
• Kindly note that the guided walking tour includes a small fee and mandatory registration. More details will be available on the bus.
• The complimentary drink can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.
• Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, will be shared post-booking.

Royal Palace of Madrid

• Carry a government-issued ID or passport to verify your children’s age.
• Security protocols and large crowds can lead to delays in skip-the-line access.
• Note: Free Royal Palace of Madrid entry Mon–Thu for EU & Ibero-American citizens with valid ID: Oct–Mar: 4pm–6pm | Apr–Sep: 6pm–8pm.
• Free entry is available for children under 5, ICOM/ICOMOS members, official tour guides, teachers, unemployed individuals (with proof), and people with disabilities (33%+), along with one essential companion if stated on their certificate.