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Everything You Need to Know About the Royal Palace of Madrid Entrances
Royal Palace Of MadridEntrances
Where is the Royal Palace of Madrid?
The Royal Palace of Madrid is located in the western part of the city, on Bailén Street in downtown Madrid. It is situated on the east side of the Manzanares River, close to the Opera metro station. You can easily access the attraction via public transport. It is close to other famous attractions like the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great and the Plaza de Oriente.
Address: Royal Palace of Madrid is in C. de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, Spain | Find on maps
Royal Palace of Madrid entrances
There are two main Royal Palace of Madrid entrances. Once you walk into the premises through the main gate, you will see a few doors as you face the palace. If you have an online ticket, you can enter through the left door, and if you need to purchase your ticket, you must enter through the door on the right.
Royal Palace of Madrid entrances explained | Location and getting there
Puerta del Príncipe (Prince's Gate)
Location: East side, facing Plaza de la Armería.
Use: Main entrance for state occasions and visitors with skip-the-line tickets. It features a grand staircase and is wheelchair accessible with an elevator nearby.
Puerta de la Armería
Location: South side, adjacent to Puerta de Santiago
Use: Access to the Royal Armoury and the Changing of Guards ceremony. This entrance is not typically used for general visitor access.
Puerta de Felipe IV
Location: South side.
Use: Serves groups and visitors with disabilities, providing an accessible route into the palace.
Puerta de Santiago
Location: South side.
Use: Primarily for group tours and guided visits. This entrance allows access to the palace's courtyard and is also wheelchair accessible
How to enter the Royal Palace of Madrid?
The first thing we recommend is to book your tickets online. This will save you any waiting time at the palace entrance.
Once you get to the Royal Palace of Madrid, you will see a large gate. Walk through this gate and towards the cathedral entrance. You’ll notice two entrances - one on the left and one on the right. For online reservations, the entry is through the left door, and for visitors who need to purchase tickets, the entry is through the right door. If you’ve booked a guided tour, you can use the left door to enter the palace.
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Frequently asked questions about the Royal Palace of Madrid entrances
Where is the Royal Palace of Madrid?
The Royal Palace of Madrid is situated in the western part of central Madrid on Bailén Street.
Where is the Royal Palace of Madrid entrance?
The Royal Palace of Madrid's main entrance is opposite the cathedral.
How many Royal Palace of Madrid entrances are there?
There are two main Royal Palace of Madrid entrances.
Which is the best Royal Palace of Madrid entrance?
The entrance on the left for online reservations has a shorter and fast-moving line.
What is the average wait time at the Royal Palace of Madrid entrance?
Given that all visitors have a time slot mentioned on their tickets, the waiting time to enter is not too long. However, the entry line for online reservations is much shorter than the one for visitors who need to purchase tickets. The waiting time could be anywhere from 15 minutes to about 30 minutes on weekends and public holidays. Weekdays are not as crowded.
Which Royal Palace of Madrid entrance do skip the line ticket holders use?
If you’ve booked Royal Palace of Madrid skip the line tickets, you can use the entrance on the left.
Which Royal Palace of Madrid entrance is used for guided tours?
If you’ve opted for a Royal Palace of Madrid guided tour and have booked your tickets in advance, you will need to use the entrance on the left.
Which Royal Palace of Madrid entrance do visitors with disabilities use?
Visitors with disabilities can enter the attraction through either of the two entrances. However, we recommend entering through the online reservations entrance. Mobility scooters are available at both the entrances.
Which Royal Palace of Madrid entrance do I use if I have already purchased tickets?
If you have booked your Royal Palace of Madrid tickets online, you need to use the main entrance on the left side opposite the Cathedral.
Which Royal Palace of Madrid entrance do I use if I don't have tickets?
If you haven’t booked your tickets in advance, you can book them at the ticket office at the entrance on the right side of the palace.
How can I avoid waiting in line at the Royal Palace of Madrid entrance for a long time?
To avoid waiting in line, we suggest you book your Royal Palace of Madrid tickets online. Another good option is to book skip the line tickets or guided tour tickets.
