Madrid City Sightseeing Bus

The Madrid City Sightseeing bus offers a convenient way to explore the remarkable sights of the Spanish capital. With a total of 31 designated stops  across three distinct routes , passengers can enjoy an informative audio guide that enriches the experience with historical insights about each landmark.

Routes & Stops

This tourist bus service in Madrid includes 31 strategic stops among its three lines, designed for discovering the essential attractions of the city. One of the key features is the opportunity to take in stunning views from a double-decker open-top bus. Moreover, an onboard audio guide is available to help passengers learn fascinating information regarding the points of interest encountered along the way.

The red line, known as the Modern Route, connects key sites such as Neptune Fountain, Cibeles Fountain, Columbus Monument, the Natural Science Museum, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Sorolla Museum, Calle Serrano, Puerta de Alcalá, and Canalejas Gallery. This route showcases the sophisticated and contemporary aspects of Madrid.

On the other hand, the green line, referred to as the Current Route, traverses through locations like Neptune, Puerta de Alcalá, Casa Árabe, Goya, Las Ventas, Colón, Bilbao, Malasaña, Callao, and Gran Vía. This path offers insights into some of Madrid's most lively neighborhoods, where grand architecture meets urban leisure and dynamic environments.

Finally, the blue line, named the Historical Route, emphasizes the monumental highlights of Madrid. Stops on this route include Neptune, Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Moncloa, Casa de Campo Cable Car, Temple of Debod, Puerta de San Vicente, Cuesta de la Vega, and Puerta de Toledo.

For more detailed information, refer to the map below:

• Routes and stops for the Madrid City Sightseeing Bus

Operational Details

Your ticket for the City Sightseeing bus is valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours once activated. For instance, if you select the 24-hour option and board the bus for the first time on a Monday at 3 PM, your ticket will remain functional until Tuesday at 3 PM. During the validity period, you are free to get on and off the buses as often as you wish.

Although a start date is required at the moment of booking, the ticket can be redeemed and used at any time within a three-month window from that date.

Timetable & Intervals

The operating hours and frequency of the Madrid City Sightseeing bus are outlined as follows:

• Red Line: operates daily from 10 AM to 6:15 PM, with a bus arriving every 35 minutes
• Green Line: operates daily from 10 AM to 6:20 PM, with buses every 35 minutes
• Blue Line: operates daily from 10 AM to 6:45 PM, with a bus every 35 minutes