Autobús turístico Madrid City Tour
Autobús turístico junto a la parada de Metro Banco de España, con el Palacio de Cibeles al fondo
Autobús turístico de Madrid City Tour pasando bajo la Puerta de Alcalá
Palacio de Cibeles, parada en la ruta del autobús turístico de Madrid
Plaza Mayor de Madrid, parada en la ruta del autobús turístico
Official Licensed Guide Free Cancellation 24h Secure Payment Local Office in Madrid

Hop On Hop Off Madrid Bus Tour Oficial 1 Day

1 day
ES, EN, FR, IT, PO , DE, CHI, KO, AR
Easy
City Sightseeing

Discover the history of Madrid through an audio system with headphones, available in ten different languages.

Route 1 (blue) will take you on a tour of Historic Madrid. This circular route covers a complete historical, artistic, and monumental circuit where you will see the city’s landmarks. Stroll along the beautiful tree-lined Paseo del Prado and admire the magnificent architectural gems of the Habsburg royal legacy. You will see part of Madrid’s Art Triangle and enjoy views from the Royal Palace to the Temple of Debod.

Route 2 (green) takes you through Modern Madrid. Discover the city beyond the historical landmarks and royal monuments. From Atocha Station to Nuevos Ministerios and from the iconic Puerta de Alcalá to Puerta del Sol. Admire the most contemporary architectural works in the Spanish capital on a tourist itinerary that will take you to the imposing KIO Towers, to see the modern sculptures of the Museum of Public Art and to Real Madrid’s stadium, the Santiago Bernabéu. Discover Madrid’s life, art and new customs on this itinerary.

Route 3 (Orange) takes you through modern-day Madrid. A vibrant itinerary through Madrid that highlights the city’s most creative, dynamic, and cosmopolitan side. From Neptuno and Puerta de Alcalá, passing by iconic landmarks such as Casa Árabe, the Goya neighborhood, and the historic Las Ventas bullring. The route continues through Colón and the lively Malasaña neighborhood, famous for its alternative culture and urban creativity, before ending at Callao and the iconic Gran Vía, Madrid’s main shopping, leisure, and entertainment area. A perfect route for discovering the modern, authentic, and constantly evolving spirit of the Spanish capital.

Route 1: Historic Madrid
Neptuno, Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Moncloa, Cable Car, Temple of Debod, Puerta San Vicente, Cuesta de la Vega, Puerta de Toledo, Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Barrio de las Letras, Paseo del Prado.

Route 2: Modern Madrid
Neptuno, Cibeles, Colón, Natural Science Museum, Santiago Bernabéu, Nuevos Ministerios, Sorolla Museum, Serrano, Puerta de Alcalá, Canalejas.

Route 3: Contemporary Madrid
Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Casa Árabe, Goya, Plaza de Toros, Colón, Bilbao, Malasaña, Callao, Gran Vía.

Additional benefits

Walking tour of Madrid
Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Madrid’s historic center.
You will find more information on board the bus.
The tour operates every day at 10:45 a.m. from the center of Madrid. Please note that the tour is based on tips at the discretion of the customer (suggested price €10 per person).

Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco
Just a few steps from the Plaza Mayor, discover La Quimera, an authentic flamenco tablao in the heart of Madrid.
We invite you to enjoy a drink in an exciting atmosphere full of passion for flamenco!

You will find more information on board the bus.

First Visit to Madrid

Tour Itinerary

Madrid City Tour Hop on Hop Off

Madrid City Tour is the only official Hop On Hop Off tour bus in Madrid, which offers you the chance to get on and off the tour bus as many times as you like and including its open-top deck so that you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.

Route 1: Historic Madrid

From 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.: high season (March to October).
Frequency: between 8 and 15 minutes
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: low season (November to February).
Frequency: 15 and 20 minutes

  1. Plaza de Neptuno
  2. Plaza de Cibeles Stop
  3. Gran Vía Street
  4. Plaza de España Stop
  5. Plaza de la Moncloa
  6. Madrid Cable Car Station
  7. Temple of Debod
  8. Puerta de San Vicente Stop
  9. Cuesta de la Vega stop
  10. Puerta de Toledo Stop
  11. Palacio Real
  12. Plaza Mayor
  13. Barrio de las letras stop
  14. Paseo del Prado stop

Important!: Every Sunday of the year, from 10:00 to 16:00, Paseo del Prado is closed to traffic. During these hours, Route 1 starts from Puerta Felipe IV at Retiro Park, on Calle de Alfonso XII, opposite number 28, Casón del Buen Retiro.

Route 2 hop on hop off Madrid

Route 2: Modern Madrid

From 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.: high season (March to October).
Frequency: between 7 and 15 minutes.
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: low season (November to 28 February).
Frequency: between 15 and 20 minutes.

  1. Plaza de Neptuno
  2. Plaza de Cibeles Stop
  3. Plaza de Colón Stop
  4. Natural History Museum
  5. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
  6. Nuevos Ministerios Stop
  7. Sorolla Museum
  8. Serrano Street
  9. Puerta de Alcalá Stop
  10. Canalejas

Route 3 hop on hop off Madrid

Route 3: Madrid Today

From 9:30 a.m. to 20:30 p.m.: high season (March to October).
Frequency: between 8 and 15 minutes
From 10 a.m. to 18:20 p.m.: low season (November to February).
Frequency: every 30 – 35 minutes

  1. Plaza de Neptuno
  2. Puerta de Alcalá
  3. Casa Árabe
  4. Calle de Goya
  5. Plaza de Toros Las Ventas
  6. Plaza Colón
  7. Bilbao
  8. Malasaña
  9. Plaza de Callao
  10. Gran Vía

Route 1 hop on hop off Madrid

Included

  • Sightseeing bus tour. You can enjoy the 3 routes with stops to hop on and off freely: Historic, Modern, and Contemporary.
  • 2-hour guided walking tour (based on tips at the discretion of the customer). See conditions on board.
  • Free drink at the Tablao Flamenco La Quimera. See conditions on board.
  • Audio guide in 10 languages.
  • Headphones.
  • Open-top double-decker buses with air conditioning and sliding roof.

Not Included

  • Meals and drinks, except those specified.
  • Pick-up and drop-off service to the hotel.

Cancellation Policy

Free! Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. If you cancel under this time or do not show up, you will not be refunded.

Please Note

  • The ticket is valid for both routes for 24 hours after activation, any day of the week.
  • The guided tour of Madrid is offered in English or Spanish only. You can check the information or make a reservation using the QR codes you will find on board the bus.
  • Please note that the itinerary may be altered due to events or celebrations in the city (cultural events, sporting events, official events, or construction work).

Security & Logistics

Infrastructure designed for a seamless operational experience.

Private Fleet

Our own buses and in-house professional drivers — no subcontractors.

Official Certified Guides

Madrid Community official license, historians and licensed professionals.

Direct Booking System

Real-time availability, secure payments, immediate confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a hop-on hop-off bus, so there isn't one single departure point — you can board at any of the stops along the three routes, whichever is closest to you. If you'd rather start with a clear plan, come by our office at Calle Coloreros, 2 - just off Calle Mayor 20 and we'll show you on the map which stop suits your itinerary best.

Each seat has its own headphones with a recorded audio guide available in ten languages, including English, so you get context at every stop without needing to keep up with a crowd. Your ticket also includes a 2-hour walking tour with a real local guide, so you still get that face-to-face explanation for the historic center.

You simply show your ticket to the driver each time you board — there's no fixed schedule to follow. Get off wherever a stop interests you, explore at your own pace, and catch the next bus on the same route whenever you're ready to keep going.

The onboard audio guide covers ten languages — Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Chinese, Korean and Arabic among them — so most travelers can listen in their own language directly from their seat.

In high season (March to October) buses pass every 7 to 15 minutes, and every 15 to 35 minutes in low season (November to February). We recommend building in a small buffer if you're planning to connect with another activity right after.

It's valid for 24 hours from the moment you activate it, on any day of the week, and covers all three routes. So if you start at 2pm today, you can still ride until 2pm tomorrow.

Yes, that's exactly what this tour is designed for: you get a full map with the exact address of every stop when you collect your ticket. It's a great way to get oriented on your first day before deciding which neighborhoods you want to explore on foot later.

Swing by our office at Calle Coloreros, 2 - just off Calle Mayor 20, near Puerta del Sol, and our team will walk you through the route in person, or reach us on WhatsApp for a quick answer.

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