The City Sightseeing bus of Madrid is the ideal way to discover the iconic landmarks of the Spanish capital comfortably. It has 31 stops distributed in three different routes and an audio guide on board to learn about the history of each site.
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
Temporary Closures
Please note that due to the military parade for Spain's National Day, service on all three lines will start at 3 pm on Monday, October 12, 2026.
