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Royal Palace of Madrid

Palacio, Madrid

Historic Landmark
Museums
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"It’s a must-see! Don’t miss the armory and the view from the balcony under the arches of the armory courtyard. If you buy tickets online, the line will be shorter."
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Madrid Local

Spain’s Royal Palace was built on the foundations of a 9th-century Moorish fortress. The palace then burned down and was rebuilt in the 18th century, as it stands today. A walk through the palace includes seeing the armory, the royal kitchen, the main staircase, and several opulent rooms. The changing of the guard happens on Wednesday and Saturday, weather permitting. There are different ticket options, but a basic ticket costs €14.

Hours

Today: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

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Monday: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

Tuesday: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

Wednesday: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

Thursday: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

Friday: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

Saturday: 10:00AM - 7:00PM

Sunday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

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Important Hours Note

Closes at 6:00pm (Mon-Sat) and 4:00pm (Sun) every October-March

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