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Activity Cancellation Policy

You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

Important Operational Information

Important Notice – Weekend 28 February - 1 March 2026

During the upcoming weekend, Madrid City Tour services may be affected by demonstrations and traffic restrictions, resulting in temporary route modifications.

Saturday, 28 February

From 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, due to a demonstration, diversions may affect Plaza de Cibeles, Calle de Alcalá and Canalejas.

Sunday, 1 March

From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Paseo del Prado will be closed to traffic from Atocha to Cibeles, affecting the regular route.

If traffic is also restricted at Plaza de Neptuno, an alternative departure point for the 3 routes will be available at Puerta Felipe IV (Retiro Park), located on Calle Alfonso XII, opposite nº 28 (Casón del Buen Retiro).

From 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, due to another demonstration, diversions may affect Plaza de Cibeles, Canalejas, Calle Alcalá, Gran Vía, Plaza de España and Calle Princesa.

In addition to the areas mentioned above, other stops may be affected without prior notice.

Download our app to check real-time bus locations and waiting times.

Thank you for your understanding.

How It Works

For groups of 12 or more, you may send us an inquiry at booking@sightseeingo.com. Although we do not guarantee bulk deals for all our tours, there are some tours for which we can offer discounted pricing. Ordinary hop-on-hop-off bus tickets are entitled to group savings. Attractions, pass items and combo tickets aren't.

Due the nature of this type of tour and varying demand, group travellers should be aware that there is no guarantee that the group will be able to travel altogether as the available seats vary from stop to stop and depends on demand each day. The group may need to split up and/or wait for the next bus(s).

As, we cannot guarantee that the group shall be able to travel together as one group, therefore we will reduce the group size down to 4-5 smaller groups per ticket (depending upon group size).

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Madrid City Tour: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Madrid City Tour: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.3/5

Madrid, Spain

Tour ID: 227

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From US$ 39.27 p.p.

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Highlights

Explore Madrid at your own pace aboard a comfortable double‑decker sightseeing bus.
Enjoy unlimited hop‑on, hop‑off access across three routes with one 24‑ or 48‑hour ticket.
Switch routes anytime and discover every corner of the city with total flexibility.
Learn about Madrid’s history and landmarks through an audio guide available in ten languages.
Headphones included for a smooth and immersive sightseeing experience.
Smartphone Voucher Accepted. (No need to print the tickets)

Overview

Set out to discover Madrid exactly the way you want—unhurried, flexible, and comfortably seated on a double‑decker sightseeing bus. With three different routes to choose from, you can hop on and off as often as you like for 24 or 48 hours using the same ticket. Switch routes whenever curiosity strikes and explore every corner of the city at your own rhythm. Along the way, learn about Madrid’s history, landmarks, and culture through an onboard audio guide available in ten languages, complete with personal headphones for a seamless experience.

Itinerary

Explore Madrid in total comfort aboard a double‑decker sightseeing bus and discover the city in depth with just one ticket. With multiple routes and unlimited stops, you can experience the best of the capital at your own rhythm.

Route 1 (Blue) – Historical Madrid

This circular route guides you through the city’s most emblematic historical, artistic, and monumental areas. Travel along the elegant, tree‑lined Paseo del Prado and admire the architectural legacy of the Habsburgs. Explore highlights of Madrid’s Art Triangle and enjoy panoramic views stretching from the Royal Palace to the Temple of Debod.

Route 2 (Green) – Modern Madrid

Go beyond the city’s royal and historical icons to discover contemporary Madrid. From Atocha Station to Nuevos Ministerios, and from the iconic Puerta de Alcalá to Puerta del Sol, this route showcases the capital’s modern side. Marvel at striking architectural works such as the KIO Towers, the sculptures of the Public Art Museum, and the legendary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Experience the vibrant energy, art, and lifestyle of today’s Madrid.

Route 3 (Orange) – Present‑day Madrid

Immerse yourself in the city’s most creative and cosmopolitan areas. Starting at Neptuno and Puerta de Alcalá, the route passes cultural landmarks like Casa Árabe, the Goya district, and the historic Las Ventas bullring. Continue through Colón and the lively Malasaña neighbourhood—famous for its alternative culture—before ending at Callao and the iconic Gran Vía, the heart of Madrid’s shopping and entertainment scene. This route captures the modern, authentic, and ever‑evolving spirit of the capital.

Route 1 (Blue) Stops:

Neptuno, Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Moncloa, Teleférico, Templo de Debod, Puerta San Vicente, Cuesta de la Vega, Puerta de Toledo, Palacio Real, Plaza Mayor, Barrio de las Letras, Paseo del Prado.

Route 2 (Green) Stops:

Neptuno, Cibeles, Colón, Museo Ciencias Naturales, Santiago Bernabéu, Nuevos Ministerios, Museo Sorolla, Serrano, Puerta de Alcalá, Canalejas.

Route 3 (Orange) Stops:

Neptuno, Puerta de Alcalá, Casa Árabe, Goya, Plaza de Toros, Colón, Bilbao, Malasaña, Callao, Gran Vía.

Walking Tour of Madrid

Enjoy a 2‑hour guided walking tour through the historic centre. More details are available on board. The tour departs daily at 10:45 from central Madrid and operates on a tips‑based system at the customer’s discretion

Free Drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

Just steps from Plaza Mayor, visit La Quimera, an authentic flamenco tablao, and enjoy a complimentary drink in an atmosphere full of passion and artistry. More information is provided on board the bus.

Schedule

Low season: 01 January to 14 March & 01 November to 31 December

Route 1 (Blue): First Bus: 10:00am; Last Bus:06:30pm

Route 2 (Green): First Bus: 10:00am; Last Bus: 06:10pm

Route 3 (Orange): First Bus: 10:00am; Last Bus: 06:20pm

Mid-season: 15 Mach to 31 March & 16 October to 31 October

Route 1 (Blue): First Bus:10:00am; Last Bus: 07:50pm

Route 2 (Green): First Bus: 10:00am; Last Bus: 07:20pm

Route 3 (Orange): First Bus: 10:00am; Last Bus: 07:20pm

High season: 01 April to 15 October (includes Easter Week)

Route 1 (Blue): First Bus: 09:30am; Last Bus: 08:30pm

Route 2 (Green): First Bus: 09:30am; Last Bus: 08:00pm

Route 3 (orange): First Bus: 09:30am; Last Bus: 08:00pm

Full Loop:

Route 1 (Blue): 85 minutes Approx.

Route 2 (Green): 70 minutes Approx.

Route 3 (Orange): 75 minutes Approx.

Frequency:

Route 1 (Blue): Between 25 – 40 min approx. (depending on the season)

Route 2 (Green): Every 35 min approx.

Route 3 (Orange): Every 35 min approx.

First Stop: Plaza Neptuno

Inclusions

Sightseeing bus tour. Enjoy the three routes with stops to hop on and off freely: Historic, Modern and Contemporary
2-hour guided walking tour (based on tips at the client's expense and discretion).
Free drink at Tablao Flamenco La Quimera. Check conditions on board.
Check conditions on board.
Audio guide in 10 languages
Headphones
Open-top, air-conditioned double-decker buses with sliding roofs

Exclusions

Entrance Fee
Meals
Hotel Transfers

Redemption Info

You can present confirmed booking voucher on (Smartphone/ Printed) to bus staff on board.
You can board the bus from any stop.
You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
Please check your Madrid City Tour ticket to know when it expires.
After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Mobile App: Download "City Tour Worldwide" official app and you will have Madrid in the palm of your hand.
The ticket is valid for both routes for 24 hours or 48 hours after redemption, any day of the week.
Important Note: To enjoy the benefits of Walking Tour and a Free Drink, you must present and redeem your Madrid City Tour ticket at each participating venue, following the specific conditions indicated.

Know Before You Go

Voucher Information: Mobile Vouchers and Paper Vouchers are accepted !

Wheelchair Access: Allowed with Manual Ramp

Pets: Not allowed on the buses
The Madrid Night Tour is a seperate tour and does not included with the 24 Hrs Ticket.

The Walking tour conducts everyday at 10:45am from Plaza Mayor with “Tour and Friends”

Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you are welcome to use your own wired earphones with a jack connector

Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.

The guided walking tour of Madrid is offered in either English or Spanish. You can check information or reserve your spot using the QR codes available onboard the bus.

Please note that the itinerary may be altered due to events or celebrations in the city (cultural events, sports events, official acts, or construction works)

Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. No Refund possible in such conditions.

Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.

Walking Tour of the Historic Center

Meeting point: Plaza Mayor, right in front of the statue of Felipe III. Look for the black flags with the yellow “TOUR & FRIENDS” logo.

Time: Every day at 10:45 AM.

Languages: Spanish and English (separate groups by language).

Duration: 2 hours.

Cancellation Policy

You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is there a guided walking tour included?

A. Yes, the guided walking tours are available daily in two major languages English and Spanish you can get them directly from the city center to enjoy your Madrid City Tour.

Q. What languages are available in the audio guide?

A. The audio guides here are available in 14 different languages. It includes Spanish, Catalan, Galician, Basque, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, and Japanese.