Madrid Big Bus Tour

The Big Bus sightseeing bus in Madrid is a practical way to explore the city at your own pace, with the freedom to tailor the route to your interests. You can stay on board for a complete panoramic tour or get off near the places you want to visit and continue later from any of the designated stops.

The 24-hour Discover ticket is designed for those who want to see Madrid’s main attractions in a single day. You can combine the bus routes with stops at monuments, squares and neighbourhoods, organising your day according to your preferences.

The 48-hour Essential ticket offers the same access to the three routes, but extends the validity to two days. It’s a particularly convenient option if you want to spread your visits out, spend more time in each area, or use the bus again the following day to continue exploring the city.

The Purple Route takes in some of Madrid’s most historic sites, such as Plaza de España, the Temple of Debod and the Royal Palace. The Orange Route takes in major must-see attractions such as El Retiro Park, Gran Vía and Las Ventas, whilst the Blue Route connects more modern and lively areas, featuring places such as the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the National Museum of Natural Sciences and Plaza de Cibeles.

You’ll travel on a double-decker open-top bus, ideal for taking in Madrid’s architecture and atmosphere from a bird’s-eye view. What’s more, pre-recorded commentary in 10 languages will help you learn more about the capital’s history, monuments and most notable figures during the tour.

Your ticket becomes valid once you activate it on the day of your booking. You can start the tour at any of the designated stops and, from that point onwards, hop on and off as many times as you like for the 24 or 48 hours corresponding to the option you’ve selected.