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Activities in Madrid

Madrid Sightseeing Bus

The Madrid sightseeing bus or Madrid City Tour offers two routes to explore the historic centre and the modern area of the capital in a comfortable and practical way.

The Madrid sightseeing bus or Madrid City Tour offers two routes to explore the historic centre and the modern area of the capital in a comfortable and practical way.

Sightseeing Bus Details

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:

Scenic Tour with No Stops

Please note that this is a scenic bus route, so you can't hop on and off at the different stops. The route begins and ends at the Plaza Cánovas del Castillo (Neptuno). 

For 24 hours, you can take both routes once.

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.

Other Benefits

The Madrid sightseeing bus also includes the following benefits:

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.

Cortesy Drink at La Quimer Tablao Flamenco

From Monday to Sunday, between 12 pm and 4 pm, by showing your ticket, you can enjoy a drink at La Quimera, a famous tablao flamenco located on Calle Cuchilleros, 7, next to Plaza Mayor.

You can choose between a caña of beer, Rioja red wine, white wine, water, or a soft drink.

Rental of Bike or Pedal Kart in Retiro Park

From Monday to Sunday, between 10 am and 8 pm, by showing your ticket, you can enjoy a 30-minute bike or pedal kart rental in Retiro Park, Madrid's most famous park.

To do so, you need to head to the store located at Avenida Menéndez Pelayo, 9. 

Please note that you can only enjoy these additional benefits once.

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More Information

Duration

1 day.

Language The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English.

The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English.

Included

24–hour ticket for the sightseeing bus with an audio guide in English, earphones, and WiFi on board

Walking tour of Madrid in English

Cortesy drink at the tablao flamenco La Quimera

30–minute bike or pedal kart rental in Retiro Park

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.

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

Julia Travel España Show more

  • Julia Travel España

    Corporate name: JULIA TRAVEL S.L.U

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • 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.

  • Q - How long does the Madrid sightseeing bus take?

    A - The Madrid City Tour sightseeing bus has two routes. Route 1 lasts around 80 minutes, and Route 2 lasts around 65 minutes to complete.

  • 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.

  • Q - How often does the bus come?

    A - The Madrid City Tours sightseeing bus comes every 8-10 minutes on line one and every 30-40 minutes on line 2.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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