Palacio Real de Madrid

Madrid, Spain2-3 hoursMorning

Royal Palace of Madrid

Western Europe's largest working royal palace with state rooms and Stradivarius.

Ideal: Ideal for palace visits, history, architecture, and classic Madrid routes.

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With 3,400 rooms and 135,000 square metres it is the largest working royal palace in Western Europe. The old Alcázar burned on Christmas Eve 1734 and was replaced from 1738 to 1755 built entirely in stone; wooden beams were avoided so it would not burn again. The royal family does not live here but at Zarzuela, and the palace is used only for official ceremonies. Its collection includes the Palatinos, the only complete Stradivarius string ensemble still held together in the world.

Why go?

To see one of Spain's most important royal buildings
To experience palace halls, courtyards, and official atmosphere
To add a strong cultural stop to a central Madrid walking route

Travel tip

Plan the palace visit on the same route as Almudena Cathedral and Plaza de Oriente.

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