Madrid · At your pace
Royal Palace, Debod and Plaza de España walking route
A self-guided walking route around Madrid’s Royal Palace, Plaza de España and the Temple of Debod. Take your time with the architecture, open spaces and city views. Going inside a monument is a separate choice, with its own visiting time and tickets.
3–4 h · On foot · Orientational duration
Why choose this walk
Connect three references to monumental Madrid in the same walk. You can enjoy the outdoors and decide separately if you want to spend time on an indoor visit.
Make the tour at your own pace. The gastronomic stops are optional and the consumption is paid in each establishment.
Who this walk is for
For a first visit focused on monumental Madrid and outdoor walks.
What you’ll discover
01 · Palacio Real de Madrid
Official residence of the Spanish monarchy for acts of state and one of the great palaces of Europe.
02 · Jardines de Sabatini
Formal gardens with geometric layout next to the north façade of the Royal Palace, built on the ancient site of the royal stables.
03 · Templo de Debod
An Egyptian temple of more than 2,000 years, donated to Spain and rebuilt in Madrid. The park and its west orientation explain its link with sunset.
04 · Plaza de España
The renovated square links Debod, Gran Vía and the surroundings of the Royal Palace through a large pedestrian space presided over by the monument to Cervantes.
05 · Museo del Jamón
The headquarters of Gran Vía 72 combines charcuterie, taverns and lounges in a castiza stop centered on ham, Iberians and Madrid cuisine.
06 · Hotel Riu Plaza España
The panoramic terrace of the Spanish Building offers an elevated view of the center and a glass walkway as an optional closure of the route.
Before you leave
Wear comfortable shoes, water and battery. Check schedules, reservations and possible closures before you move. Entrances to monuments and consumptions are paid separately; walking along the route does not include those purchases.
Decide first whether you want to tour the exteriors or enter a monument. Indoor visits require more time and may require entry or reservation.
Open route →Plan your walk
Plan meals between your visits →Questions before you set off
Do I have to visit every stop?
No. Adapt the walk to your time, take breaks and choose the food stops you feel like visiting. You do not need to order at every venue.
Does the walk include admission, food or drinks?
This public guide lets you explore the itinerary. Admission, food and transport are paid separately. If a visit requires a booking, confirm it directly with the venue before setting off.
How do I access GPS navigation?
Navigation is included in the GidePass Traveller Pass. Check the terms and activation details before buying.
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