Madrid Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid City Tours Hop on Hop off Bus
The Madrid City Tour has various routes:
- Route 1 (Blue Line, historical Madrid): The whole journey takes 80 minutes. The bus will drive past Puerta de Alcalá, Gran Vía, Museo del Prado, Cibeles Fountain, Templo de Debod, Royal Palace, and the Almudena Cathedral. This route starts and ends at Felipe IV.
- Route 2 (Green Line, modern Madrid): This route takes 65 minutes to complete. The journey includes Cuatro Torres Business Area, stopping at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Plaza Colón, Calle Serrano, and Plaza de las Cortes. This route starts and ends at Plaza de Neptuno.
Check out this map with the different routes, stops, and possible changes to the itinerary at the following link:
How Does the Madrid City Tour Bus Work?
The ticket is valid for 24 consecutive hours from when it's used for the first time, that is to say, if you use your ticket for the first time on Monday at 3 pm, you'll have access to the bus until Tuesday at 3 pm. The ticket is valid for both routes for 24 hours from the moment it's redeemed.
Schedule & Frequency
- Route 1: daily from 9:35 am to 6:20 pm
- Route 2: daily from 9:56 am to 5:56 pm
The bus frequency is 8-10 minutes for line 1 and 30-40 minutes for line 2. However, please note that these schedules and frequencies are subject to change and may vary.
Guided Tour of Madrid
This ticket includes a guided tour of Madrid in English. You can check the information or book your place using the QR codes you'll find on the bus.
Important
From January 11, 2025, the bus route will be panoramic, meaning that you won't be able to hop on and off. The route will start and end at plaza Cánovas del Castillo (Neptuno).
More Information
Duration
1 day.
Language
The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English.
Included
24–hour ticket for the sightseeing bus
Audio guide in English
Earphones
WiFi on board
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Julia Travel España
Corporate name: JULIA TRAVEL S.L.U
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Can I bring luggage with me?
A - Only one piece of carry-on baggage is allowed per person, provided it fits under your own seat.
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Q - How long does the Madrid hop-on hop-off bus take?
A - The Madrid City Tour hop-on hop-off bus has two routes. Route 1 lasts around 80 minutes, and Route 2 lasts around 65 minutes to complete.
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Q - Where do you collect the voucher after purchase?
A - Once you've made your purchase with Civitatis, you'll recieve a voucher via email. Simply present this voucher at the first stop which you join the bus tour. Please note that if you're a group of more than 10 people, you'll have to exchange the voucher at the Prado Museum tourist bus stop.
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Q - How often does the hop-on hop-off bus come?
A - The Madrid City Tours hop-on hop-off bus comes every 8-10 minutes on line one and every 30-40 minutes on line 2.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
