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Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour

3.6 (380 reviews) 1 h 20 min Free cancellation
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Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour

About this activity

Discover the exciting and vibrant city of Madrid on-board a Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus tour. From the top deck of a double-decker bus, experience unrivalled 360-degree views of the city's most iconic sights and landmarks, including the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, Puerta de Alcalá and Cybele Palace.

Take in Madrid's rich history and culture as you explore unmissable sights and attractions such as the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Atocha Station, the Metrópolis Building and the Almudena Cathedral.

3 routes - Ride the Historic Route(Purple Route) through the historic parts of the city, the Modern Route (Blue Route) all the way to the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, and the Actual Route (Orange Route) will take you to Las Ventas Bullring.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 20 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
Arabic, German, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Big Bus Madrid

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Audio Commentary in 10 languages
  • Included: 24 - 48 hours Hop on hop off on
  • Included: An open-top double decker bus
  • Included: See all the top landmarks of Madrid
  • Included: 3 Central Routes

Not included

  • Not included: Admission fees: Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Not included: Tips (Optional)

Itinerary

  1. Plaza Mayor

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Plaza Mayor, Madrid

  2. Puerta de Alcala

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Puerta de Alcala, Madrid

  3. Plaza de Cibeles

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid

  4. Royal Palace of Madrid

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the Royal Palace of Madrid

  5. Templo de Debod

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Templo de Debod

  6. Plaza Colon

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Plaza Colon, Madrid

  7. Plaza De Espana

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Plaza de Espana, Madrid

  8. Fuente de Neptuno

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Fuente de Neptuno, Madrid

  9. Museo Nacional del Prado

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Prado National Museum, Madrid

  10. Real Jardin Botanico

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Real Jardín Botánico, Madrid

  11. Madrid Puerta de Atocha - Almudena Grandes

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Atocha Station

  12. Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid

  13. Lavapies

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Lavapies, Madrid

  14. Biblioteca Nacional de Espana

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the Biblioteca Nacional de Espana, Madrid

  15. Gran Via

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Gran Via, Madrid

  16. Chueca

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Chueca, Madrid

  17. Malasana

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Malasaña, Madrid

  18. Cibeles Fountain

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Cibeles Fountain, Madrid

  19. Paseo del Prado

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Paseo del Prado, Madrid

  20. Real Basilica de San Francisco el Grande

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the Basilica of San Francisco el Grande, Madrid

  21. Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Almudena Cathedral, Madrid

  22. Parque del Retiro

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Parque del Retiro, Madrid

  23. Las Ventas Bullring

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of Las Ventas Bullring, Madrid

  24. Calle De Serrano

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Serrano, Madrid

  25. Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

    Passing by

    A panoramic view of the Museum of Thyssen-Bornemisza, Madrid

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Stop 13: Paseo del Prado(on the corner opposite McDonald's)

  • Stop 12: Barrio de las Letras(Before the Parish of El Salvador and San Nicolas)

  • Stop 11: Calle Toledo (Opposite Paco's Candy Store)

  • Stop 10: Puerta de Toledo(After the roundabout)

  • Stop 9: Cuesta de la Vega(Before Ronda de Segovia)

  • Stop 8: Puerta de San Vicente(Second bus stop outside the roundabout)

  • Stop 7: Templo de Debod (near San Gil barracks)

  • Stop 6: Teleférico opposite no. 52 (Paseo del Pintor Rosales with C. de Altamirano)

  • Stop 5: Moncloa (Corner of C. de Romero Robledo and Calle de Princesa)

  • Stop 4: Plaza de España(Next to the Riu Hotel)

  • Stop 3: Gran Via 30 (in front of Pans & Company)

  • Stop 2: Plaza de Cibeles (bus stop at south-east corner of roundabout, near the post office)

  • Stop 1: Neptuno (near Paseo del Prado)

End point

  • Stop 13: Paseo del Prado(on the corner opposite McDonald's)

  • Stop 12: Barrio de las Letras(Before the Parish of El Salvador and San Nicolas)

  • Stop 11: Calle Toledo (Opposite Paco's Candy Store)

  • Stop 10: Puerta de Toledo(After the roundabout)

  • Stop 9: Cuesta de la Vega(Before Ronda de Segovia)

  • Stop 8: Puerta de San Vicente(Second bus stop outside the roundabout)

  • Stop 7: Templo de Debod (near San Gil barracks)

  • Stop 6: Teleférico opposite no. 52 (Paseo del Pintor Rosales with C. de Altamirano)

  • Stop 5: Moncloa (Corner of C. de Romero Robledo and Calle de Princesa)

  • Stop 4: Plaza de España(Next to the Riu Hotel)

  • Stop 3: Gran Via 30 (in front of Pans & Company)

  • Stop 2: Plaza de Cibeles (bus stop at south-east corner of roundabout, near the post office)

  • Stop 1: Neptuno (near Paseo del Prado)

Using your ticket

First tour for the Historic Route (Purple Route) departs at 9:30 AM from Stop 1 (Neptune Fountain), with buses every 45 minutes until 6:30 PM. Departure times may vary seasonally — check your voucher for details.

First tour for the Actual Route (Orange Route) departs at 10:00 AM from Stop 1 (Neptune Fountain), with buses every hour until 6:00 PM. Departure times may vary seasonally — check your voucher for details.

First tour for the Modern Route (Blue Route) departs at 10:00 AM from Stop 1 (Neptune Fountain), with buses every 70mins until 6:00 PM. Departure times may vary seasonally — check your voucher for details.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • 48 Hours Hop on Hop off

    Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use, valid for 48 hours from the time of first use.

    3 Central Routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket, over 3 routes.

  • 24 Hours Hop on Hop off

    Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use, valid for 24 hours from the time of first use.

    3 Central Routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket, over 3 routes.

Traveller ratings

3.6 out of 5 · 380 reviews
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