Royal Palace Madrid

travel  wonder in Spain

Why the
Royal Palace Madrid
is special

The 18th century Royal Palace Madrid has rooms adorned with sumptuous furnishings and magnificent artworks.

Tips & insights on

the Royal Palace Madrid

About 50 of the 2800 rooms in Madrid's Royal Palace are open daily to the public.  Exception: When royal or state functions are occasionally held.

The Royal Palace Madrid was partially inspired by Versailles in France, but its exterior falls short of Versailles' architectural grace.

The greatness of Madrid's Royal Palace is some of its interior rooms. You will enjoy magnificent paintings (by Velazquez, Caravaggio, Goya, and other masters), frescoes and furnishings.

The large Throne Room is the Royal Palace's star space. The frescoes by Tiepolo and the silver-lined red velvet walls captivate the eye.

Other must-see attractions include the Armory, Banquet Room and Pharmacy.

Although the Royal Palace Madrid is the official residence of the current king, he doesn't live there. He resides in the smaller Zarzuela Palace a short distance from Madrid.

Alfonzo III was the last king to call the Royal Palace Madrid his home. In 1931, he abdicated and was exiled.

To avoid long ticket lines and crowded rooms during the peak tourist season, be among the first to enter the building in the morning - or come midday just past noon (when the bulk of your competition eats or takes siestas).

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