Royal Palace of Madrid Small Group Skip the Line Ticket
Overview
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2 hours 10 minutes
Mobile ticket
Only 15 passengers maximum for this semi-private visit to the Royal Palace. We will start our visit from Calle Mayor 43, to get to know the Plaza Mayor, Calle del Codo, Plaza de la Villa and finally reach the Royal Palace through Calle Bailén.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Although the entrance to the Royal Palace is always reserved for our clients, sometimes the access control may be blocked due to capacity and security controls, delaying the entrance for a few minutes for reasons beyond the operator's control.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Plaza Mayor
The name of the plaza has changed over time. It has been known as "Plaza del Arrabal", "Plaza de la Constitución", "Plaza Real", "Plaza de la República" and now "Plaza Mayor". These names reflect events, history and reign in Spanish history. "Plaza del Arrabal" was the original name of the present day "Plaza Mayor". The "Plaza del Arrabal" was once the site of the most popular marketplace until the end of 15th century. Following the Constitution of 1812, all major plazas in Spain were renamed "Plaza de la Constitución". It also held this name 1820 to 1823, 1833 to 1835, 1840 to 1843, and 1876 to 1922. When the Borbón king was restored in 1814, it became known as the "Plaza Real". In 1873, the name changed to "Plaza de la República". At the end of the Spanish Civil War the plaza received its present name of "Plaza Mayor".
Mercado San Miguel
More than 100 years have gone by since the Mercado de San Miguel opened its doors as a wholesale food market. Today, this historical building stands out as one of the world’s main gastronomic markets. It allows visitors to experience the essence and most significant flavors of every corner of Spain. From the finest Iberian ham and freshest fish and shellfish brought in daily from Galicia, to Mediterranean rice dishes and the most exquisite cheeses from Castile, Asturias and the Basque Country – at the Mercado de San Miguel, you’ll find all the highlights of Spanish cuisine. Spread out over more than 20 stands, the common denominator here is a commitment to high-quality tapas and pub fare.
What‘s Included
Only 15 passengers maximum for this semi-private visit to the Royal Palace
Visit with Radio Guide and gift headphones.
Skip the line access to Royal Palace
Official Bilingual Guide - Spanish Group and English Group
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Royal Palace of Madrid Small Group Skip the Line Ticket
Reviews
645 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful Royal Palace!
Yolanda G,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was amazing. Our guide was friendly, sharing history and anecdotal stories about the royals from the past and present-day Spain.
Royal Palace
M7899OXdanield,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It has been an unforgettable experience, I have visited the royal palace with them and I loved it I think everyone should try this experience
Very good. We loved the Royal Palace. Unforgettable experience
anavC7605EO,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All the spanish people should visit this palace. I loved the visit and the treat was also very good. I recommend this experience
Beautiful Palace Seem Quickly
Laura R,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00We enjoyed being inside the beautiful and magnificent palace and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable. However, there were logistical problems in getting in and beating the line, it took 2 tries and about 20 minutes. Then there was security issues with people who had strollers and a Polaroid camera, another 10 minutes lost. The guide spoke solid English but had a heavy accent and was difficult to understand at times. In the end, we had a shortened speed visit with difficult comprehension. We wished we would have stood in line, done at our own pace, and read the provided signage inside.
Well worth it!
Delsjo,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience - good instructions about meet place and time too. Great to skip the line and our guide was superb. He was very funny, great knowledge and the trip was just long enough to give you a good flavour of the Palace. Do this early in your trip to understand some of the rich history.
Very good experience
Isaias V,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00If you want to enjoy the experience, if you really want to learn... ask for a visit with Ander. Ten! From Seville with love!
Great tour and our guide...
Yi J,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour and our guide Martin is very knowledgeable and helpful. The guide catered to everyone’s questions and explained each location’s history in depth.
Please with our experience.
karil899,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ander was a wonderful tour guide with much knowledge and personality. We enjoyed his humor and the pace of the tour. It was worth it to purchase the tour to skip the line and learn a little about Madrid’s history along the way. Highly recommend.
Royal Palace
George B,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative and fun. We arrived late and the company very nicely got us ‘caught up’ with the main tour group. And the palace is very much worth seeing.
Grandeur visited
Girish H,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00If there is one attraction that you wouldn’t want to miss in Madrid then it is the Royal Palace. Our tour guide was such an amazing host who walked and talked us through the entire tour - right from the ticket area to the palace. The palace is grand
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