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Famous sight · not on UNESCO's listRoyal Palace of Madrid tickets: €18
Main adult ticket: Palace, self-guided. Every ticket type is listed here, checked on the official site in October 2026.
Last updated
- Palace, self-guidedPlus a €0.77 booking fee online. Reduced price for ages 5 to 16, 65 and over, and students up to 25. About 45 minutes for the hallsChild €9€18
- Palace, guided tour (Spanish, English or Italian)Reduced price as above; those who go free pay €8 for the guideChild €17€26
Main ticket €18 (about US$20 · £15, 2026-10-23 rates)
Checked October 2026 on the official site
Free entry
Children under 5, unemployed visitors, disabled visitors and large families (with proof).
Opening hours
October to March: Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm; April to September: Monday to Saturday 10am to 7pm; Sundays 10am to 4pm all year. Entry and the ticket office close an hour earlier. Closed 1 and 6 January, 1 May and 25 December; closes at 3pm on 24 and 31 December. It can also close for official events.
Booking
Book a timed ticket on Patrimonio Nacional's ticket site; popular times sell out. English tours run Monday to Saturday at 10.45, 11.45, 1.45 and 3.15 (Sundays 10.45, 11.45, 1.45 and 2.15). Leave large backpacks and suitcases behind during the building works.
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Within 100 km (62 miles), as the crow flies.
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Questions
How much does it cost to visit the Royal Palace of Madrid?
The main adult ticket (Palace, self-guided) costs €18, about US$20 · £15. Prices were checked on the official website in October 2026.
Can you visit the Royal Palace of Madrid for free?
Children under 5, unemployed visitors, disabled visitors and large families (with proof).
When is the Royal Palace of Madrid open?
October to March: Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm; April to September: Monday to Saturday 10am to 7pm; Sundays 10am to 4pm all year. Entry and the ticket office close an hour earlier. Closed 1 and 6 January, 1 May and 25 December; closes at 3pm on 24 and 31 December. It can also close for official events.
Do you need to book Royal Palace of Madrid tickets in advance?
Book a timed ticket on Patrimonio Nacional's ticket site; popular times sell out. English tours run Monday to Saturday at 10.45, 11.45, 1.45 and 3.15 (Sundays 10.45, 11.45, 1.45 and 2.15). Leave large backpacks and suitcases behind during the building works.