Hop On Hop Off Madrid - Bus Tours

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  • Unlimited stops, one ticket — explore Madrid your way!
  • Hop on, relax, and uncover Madrid’s rich history!
  • Guided combo tours and discounts to save money!
  • Panoramic night tour to discover Madrid’s vibrant nightlife!
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Madrid Sightseeing Bus Tours

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    Madrid City Tour: Panoramic Bus tour with FREE Walking Tour
    • Sightseeing bus tour with access to 2 routes 
    • Audio guide on bus provided in 14 languages (Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Dutch, Arabic, Catalan, Basque and Galician)
    • Guided Walking tour in English & Spanish
    • Free WIFI onboard
    • Panoramic Night Tour (if option selected)
    • This panoramic bus tour offers a distinctive experience, blending history, art, and architecture as you explore Madrid’s most famous landmarks.
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    US$ 28.14 per person
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    City Sightseeing Madrid: Panoramic Tour
    • 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour - access to 2 bus routes (Historic and Modern)
    • 2 free walking tours  - La Gran Via y los Asturias & The Secrets of the Royal Palace
    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Arabic 
    • Fantastic discounts on Madrid attractions and restaurants
    • Explore the best of Madrid with City Sightseeing Panoramic tour
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    US$ 32.83 per person
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    Big Bus Madrid Open-Top Panoramic Bus Tour
    • 90-minutes Panoramic Tour
    • Bilingual live guide - English & Spanish
    • Explore Madrid's top attractions from an open-top panoramic bus with stunning city views.
    • Engage with live-guided commentary in English and Spanish
    • Witness iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Puerta de Alcalá
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    US$ 28.35 per person
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    Madrid Panoramic Tour and Prado Skip-the-Line Ticket
    • Sightseeing bus tour with access to 2 routes or Panoramic Night Tour (as per option selected)
    • Audio Guide on bus provided in 14 languages (Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Dutch, Arabic, Catalan, Basque and Galician)
    • Guided Walking Tour in English and Spanish
    • Free WIFI onboard
    • Skip-the-line admission to Prado Museum 
    • Book a saver combo that includes a Madrid panoramic tour and skip-the-line admission to Prado Museum
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    US$ 49.25 per person
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    Big Bus Madrid Panoramic Night Tour
    • Panoramic Evening Tour 
    • Bilingual live guide - English & Spanish
    • Enjoy great views of Madrid on a panoramic open-top bus tour
    • Take in a unique perspective of the Spanish capital as the sun begins to set
    • See iconic sites like the Edificio Metrópolis, Plaza de España, Plaza de Cibeles, Gran Vía, and Puerta de Alcalá
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    US$ 23.99 per person
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    Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass
    • Entrances to attractions
    • Digital city guide with information
    • Access 30+ top attractions in Madrid, including the Royal Palace and Prado Museum
    • Enjoy flexible sightseeing with the Madrid Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour
    • Explore famous landmarks like the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and Reina Sofia Museum
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    Go City: Madrid Explorer Pass
    • Entrances to attractions
    • Digital city guide with information
    • Choose from over 30 attractions in Madrid, including the Royal Palace and Prado Museum
    • Enjoy flexible access to activities like the Madrid Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour
    • Visit top landmarks and museums of Madrid with this explorer pass
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    US$ 92.63 per person
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    City Sightseeing: Madrid Essential Experience Bus Tour
    • 48 hours Panoramic bus tour ticket
    • Access to the red and green routes
    • Audio guide on bus in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Arabic
    • Gran Via y Madrid de los Austrias Walking Tour
    • The Secrets of the Royal Palace Walking Tour
    • Paseo del Arte Walking Tour
    • Local guide during walking tour
    • 2 free tapas and drinks
    • Fantastic discounts on Madrid attractions and restaurants
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    City Sightseeing : Madrid Supreme Experience Bus tour
    • 48 hours Panoramic bus tour ticket
    • Access to the red and green routes
    • Audio guide on bus in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Arabic
    • Gran Via y Madrid de los Austrias Walking Tour 
    • The Secrets of the Royal Palace Walking Tour
    • Paseo del Arte Walking Tour
    • Local guide during walking tours
    • Ikono Museum Entry ticket
    • 2 free tapas and drinks
    • Fantastic discounts on Madrid attractions and restaurants
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See Madrid Differently with Hop-On Hop-Off Magic

From the royal grandeur of the Palacio Real to the buzzing squares of Gran Vía, Spain’s capital is a city that demands to be explored. And the best way to do it? Undoubtedly, buying a ticket for a hop on hop off Madrid tour. Trust us, it’s your ultimate flexible, no-fuss passport to all of Madrid’s must-sees. With multiple routes, unlimited stops, open-air comfort, and a multilingual audio guide on board, you’ll love to dive into history, culture, and food at your own pace. Whether it’s your first time or fifth, sit back, ride in comfort, and let Madrid unfold before you!

Everything You Need To Know About Madrid Hop On Hop off Bus Tour

Curious about how the Madrid hop on hop off buses work? It’s simple — and honestly, the easiest way to explore the city! Think of it as your moving tour guide, taking you from one amazing attraction to another without the hassle of figuring out transport or directions.

When you buy our tickets, you get access to our open-top double-decker buses that follow predetermined routes around the city. Each route covers key landmarks — from the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor to the Prado Museum and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. You can hop off at any stop that interests you, explore at your own pace, and hop back on when you're ready. Buses run frequently, so you're never waiting long!

Our Madrid Sightseeing bus tour also comes with a multilingual audio guide, so you can learn about the city's history, culture, and hidden gems as you ride. It's perfect for first-time visitors who want to get a feel for Madrid, as well as repeat travelers looking for a relaxed way to revisit their favorite spots. However, we recommend you complete a loop first — just to learn about the city and its whereabouts.

Wondering if a bus tour in Madrid is worth it? If you want convenience, flexibility, and a panoramic view of one of Europe’s most vibrant cities — the answer is a big yes!

Why Choose Our Hop On Hop Off Madrid Tour in Spain?

Scroll down to learn about why we’re often called the best hop-on hop-off bus tour Madrid experience:

Panoramic Daytime & Night Tours: Explore the city’s illuminated beauty with our Madrid tourist bus in the evening or admire its historic charm by day on our comfortable double-deckers.

Guided Walking Tours Included: If you search our website, you’ll find some tickets for our open-top buses in Madrid come with guided walking tours. Dive deeper into the city’s stories with these tickets through hotspots like Plaza Mayor and Gran Vía.

Combo Passes with Skip-the-Line Access: You’ll find Madrid always crowded with tourists, specifically in front of the top attractions — a long queue! So what to do? You can buy our special tickets for your Madrid sightseeing bus tour, which also includes skip-the-line access. Extra benefit? You’ll save some money!

Free Extras & Convenience: Do you know what the ultimate feature you must have while you’re having a day trip in Madrid on our panoramic bus is? It’s the multilingual audio guide — so that you won’t have to open Google and translate Spanish into your own language. Along with the audio guide on your Madrid tour, you can have mobile vouchers, live bus tracking, complimentary drinks, and even bike or pedal-kart rides in Retiro Park and make your bus journey live and adventurous.

Flexible Hop-On, Hop-Off Access: Our sightseeing tour?in?Madrid covers both historic and modern routes, letting you explore at your own pace with unlimited stops over 24–48?hours. You can hop on at any stop and hop off at any stop along the route, take your time, explore slowly, and then catch the next bus. And what about the Madrid bus tour stops map? That you’ll get on our app.

Top Madrid Landmarks on Our Sightseeing Bus Route

Historic Madrid (Red/Blue)

Museo del Prado: one of the greatest things to see on the Madrid sightseeing bus tour, it's Spain's most famous art museum, housing masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and El Greco.

Puerta de Alcalá: This majestic neoclassical gate once marked the eastern entrance to the city, and it's now one of Madrid’s most photographed landmarks.

Plaza de Cibeles: A symbolic spot for celebrations and a striking example of Baroque architecture.

Gran Vía: Madrid’s iconic shopping and entertainment avenue, which is lined with theaters, boutiques, and cafés, and it buzzes with life day and night.

Plaza de España: A spacious square featuring a monument to Cervantes, surrounded by skyscrapers and gardens. A peaceful place to pause and take in Madrid’s skyline.

Royal Palace of Madrid: The largest royal palace in Western Europe with over 3,000 rooms. Explore its opulent interiors and ceremonial halls.

Plaza Mayor: A 17th-century square framed by red buildings and archways. It's perfect for people-watching, grabbing a coffee, or enjoying a street performance.

Modern & Cultural Madrid (Green)

Plaza de Neptuno: A classical fountain surrounded by cultural institutions like the Thyssen Museum. It’s also a favorite gathering point for football fans.

Plaza de Colón: Honoring Christopher Columbus, this square features statues, fountains, and the giant Spanish flag. It’s close to Madrid’s National Library and cultural venues.

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium: Home to Real Madrid and one of the world’s most famous football stadiums. Tour the trophy room, pitch, and locker rooms.

Museo Arqueológico Nacional: This museum showcases Spain’s archaeological treasures from prehistory to the 19th century. Highlights include the Lady of Elche and Roman mosaics.

Retiro Park (shared on both routes): Madrid’s green oasis featuring boating lakes, sculptures, and the Crystal Palace. A favorite spot to relax between sightseeing.

Routes Covered by Madrid Tourist Bus

Our Madrid hop on hop off bus mainly covers two sightseeing routes, which make exploring the city easy and flexible. If you’re in Madrid to discover its historic charm or want to see its modern elegance, worry not; there’s a route made just for you!

The Historic Route takes you through the heart of old Madrid. You'll pass iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and the Temple of Debod. It’s perfect for first-time visitors who want to soak up the city's rich history and architecture.

The Modern Route explores the city’s contemporary side. From the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to Nuevos Ministerios and Plaza de Colón, this route offers a glimpse of Madrid’s business districts, upscale neighborhoods, and modern museums.

There are also night Tours available in summer to see the city beautifully lit after dark and guided walking Tours included with some tickets for deeper insight into key attractions.

Frequently Asked Questions

A complete loop along the historic route takes 90 minutes, and the modern route takes 80 minutes, approximately. Buses are available between 09:30 AM and 06:15 PM for both routes with an average frequency of 15-30 minutes.

The Spanish capital Madrid, is best explored in the months of spring, from March to May, when the weather is pleasant. However, you can also visit the city in the fall, from September to November. If you are looking for cheaper accommodation and the best travel deals, the winter months will be your best bet.

Open-deck buses in Madrid run on designated routes with strategically located stops near major attractions of the city. You can board the bus at any stop, as well as hop off at any one along the route and also catch the next bus. This flexibility lets you design your own Madrid sightseeing guide, and that’s the most unique thing you can do on any type of city trip.

Depending on your Madrid hop-on hop-off tickets, (what you’ll choose on our website), the validity comes with 24- or 48-hour passes. It means you can hop on and hop off the bus for 24 or 48 hours with your ticket.

Most of our tours are accompanied with a live guide, or you’ll find an audio guide, which definitely works like a live guide. Some of the tickets include walking tours, which are guided, meaning there’ll be a guide to let you know about the attractions in detail.

You can visit our website (Madrid) and find all the tickets on display. Choose yours and go to the ‘Useful downloads’ section to see the list of stops, as well as the maps for various routes.

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