Madrid City Sightseeing Bus
Route & Stops
The Madrid City Sightseeing tourist bus makes 31 stops across three lines, allowing you to discover the must-see sights of the Spanish capital. The best part? You'll enjoy the best views from aboard a double-decker open-top bus. Plus, an audio guide on board is included, helping you discover the history and interesting facts about the places you pass.
The red line, the Modern Route, connects landmarks such as Neptune Fountain, Cibeles Fountain, Columbus Monument, the Natural Science Museum, the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the Sorolla Museum, Calle Serrano, the Puerta de Alcalá, and the Canalejas Gallery. It's the ideal way to experience Madrid's most elegant and contemporary side.
The green line, the Current Route, passes through Neptune, Puerta de Alcalá, Casa Árabe, Goya, Las Ventas, Colón, Bilbao, Malasaña, Callao, and Gran Vía. This route explores some of Madrid's most vibrant neighborhoods, combining stately architecture, urban leisure, and lively areas.
Meanwhile, the blue line, the Historical Route, focuses on Madrid's most monumental areas. Its stops include Neptune, Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Moncloa, the Casa de Campo Cable Car, the Temple of Debod, Puerta de San Vicente, Cuesta de la Vega, and Puerta de Toledo.
You can check the routes and stops on the map below:
How Does It Work?
The City Sightseeing bus ticket can be used for 24 or 48 consecutive hours from the moment of activation. For example, if you book the 24-hour option and use it for the first time on a Monday at 3 pm, it will remain valid until Tuesday at 3 pm. While it's valid, you have complete freedom to hop on and off the buses as many times as you like.
Please note that although a start date is requested when making the booking, you can redeem your ticket and begin using the service at any time within 3 months of that date.
Schedule & Frequency
The schedule and frequency for the Madrid City Sightseeing bus are the following:
- Red Line: the bus operates daily from 10 am to 6:15 pm and runs every 35 minutes
- Green Line: the bus operates daily from 10 am to 6:20 pm and runs every 35 minutes
- Blue Line: the bus operates daily from 10 am to 6:45 pm and runs every 35 minutes
More Information
Duration
1 - 2d.
Language
The activity takes place with an audioguide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Arabic, Chinese, Japonese and Korean.
Included
Unlimited use of City Sightseeing buses for 24 or 48 hours
Audio guide in English
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - City Sightseeing Eur Corporate name: City Sightseeing Ltd Registered Office: Suite 8 Floor 3 Grosvenor House Redditch, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): GB108243538 Contact information Email: bookings@city-sightseeing.com Phone: +44 0 1789 299123 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.