About this experience
This hop-on hop-off bus tour around Madrid provides you with a convenient and flexible way to explore famous landmarks and attractions, including the Royal Palace, Puerta de Alcala, National Library of Spain, and Cybele Palace. The tour covers multiple stops, allowing you to explore the Spanish capital at your own pace. With multilingual audio guides available in 10 languages, you can learn about its rich history and culture as you travel.
Why you'll love it
What to expect
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Purple Route — Historic Core & West
Runs from Neptuno through Plaza de Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Moncloa and Templo de Debod before looping back via Puerta de Toledo, Barrio de las Letras and Paseo del Prado — 13 stops in total.
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Orange Route — Salamanca & North
Heads east from Neptuno to Puerta de Alcalá, through the Goya and Salamanca neighbourhoods, past the bullring at Plaza de Toros, then north to Colón and back via Malasaña and Gran Vía — 10 stops.
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Blue Route — Museums & Stadium Quarter
Travels from Neptuno to Colón, then north along the Castellana to the Natural History Museum, Santiago Bernabéu stadium, Nuevos Ministerios and Museo Sorolla before returning via Serrano and Puerta de Alcalá — 10 stops.
Hop on and off at any stop along the route.
Meeting point
Fuente de Neptuno, Plaza Canovas del Castillo, Madrid, Spain
All three routes share Neptuno as their common starting stop. Present your mobile ticket to board. For full route maps, stop locations, bus frequency and daily operating hours, visit the official Big Bus Madrid page linked in your booking confirmation.
Open in Google MapsWhat to bring
- Mobile ticket (no print-out required)
- A light layer for the open-top deck, especially in the evening
What's included
What's included
Not included
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I board the bus?
All three routes start from Neptuno (Fuente de Neptuno, Plaza Canovas del Castillo). You can also board at any other designated stop along the routes once the tour is underway.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Your ticket is delivered to your phone and can be scanned directly from the screen when you board.
When does my 24- or 48-hour ticket start?
Your validity period begins from the moment you first board the bus, not from midnight or the date of purchase.
Can children travel for free?
Children under 5 travel free of charge, though they are not entitled to a separate seat. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.
Are the routes and stop times guaranteed?
Routes, stop locations, bus frequency and operating hours are subject to change without prior notice. Check the official Big Bus Madrid website for the most current schedule before you travel.
Is the Panoramic Night Tour the same as the daytime pass?
No — the Night Tour is a separate ticket type designed specifically for an evening circuit of Madrid's illuminated landmarks. It does not include daytime hop-on hop-off access.
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