
Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour
Traveler rating
3.6/5
Based on 386 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour worth booking?
Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour is a 1.3-hour experience in Madrid, Spain, from $34 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 386 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (386)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $34 per person
Discover the exciting and vibrant city of Madrid on-board a Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus tour. From the top deck of a double-decker bus, experience unrivalled 360-degree views of the city's most iconic sights and landmarks, including the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, Puerta de Alcalá and Cybele Palace. Take in Madrid's rich history and culture as you explore unmissable sights and attractions such as the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Atocha Station, the Metrópolis Building and the Almudena Cathedral. 3 routes - Ride the Historic Route(Purple Route) through the historic parts of the city, the Modern Route (Blue Route) all the way to the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, and the Actual Route (Orange Route) will take you to Las Ventas Bullring.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the exciting and vibrant city of Madrid on-board a Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus tour. From the top deck of a double-decker bus, experience unrivalled 360-degree views of the city's most iconic sights and landmarks, including the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, Puerta de Alcalá and Cybele Palace. Take in Madrid's rich history and culture as you explore unmissable sights and attractions such as the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Atocha Station, the Metrópolis Building and the Almudena Cathedral. 3 routes - Ride the Historic Route(Purple Route) through the historic parts of the city, the Modern Route (Blue Route) all the way to the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, and the Actual Route (Orange Route) will take you to Las Ventas Bullring.
What's included
Included
- Audio Commentary in 10 languages
- 24 - 48 hours Hop on hop off on
- An open-top double decker bus
- See all the top landmarks of Madrid
- 3 Central Routes
Not included
- Admission fees
- Tips (Optional)
What you'll see and do
Plaza Mayor
A panoramic view of Plaza Mayor, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Puerta de Alcala
A panoramic view of Puerta de Alcala, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Plaza de Cibeles
A panoramic view of Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Royal Palace of Madrid
A panoramic view of the Royal Palace of Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Templo de Debod
A panoramic view of Templo de Debod
Pass by without stopping
Plaza Colon
A panoramic view of Plaza Colon, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Plaza De Espana
A panoramic view of Plaza de Espana, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Fuente de Neptuno
A panoramic view of Fuente de Neptuno, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Museo Nacional del Prado
A panoramic view of Prado National Museum, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Real Jardin Botanico
A panoramic view of Real Jardín Botánico, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Madrid Puerta de Atocha - Almudena Grandes
A panoramic view of Atocha Station
Pass by without stopping
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia
A panoramic view of the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Lavapies
A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Lavapies, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Biblioteca Nacional de Espana
A panoramic view of the Biblioteca Nacional de Espana, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Gran Via
A panoramic view of Gran Via, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Chueca
A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Chueca, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Malasana
A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Malasaña, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Cibeles Fountain
A panoramic view of Cibeles Fountain, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Paseo del Prado
A panoramic view of Paseo del Prado, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Real Basilica de San Francisco el Grande
A panoramic view of the Basilica of San Francisco el Grande, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
A panoramic view of Almudena Cathedral, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Parque del Retiro
A panoramic view of Parque del Retiro, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Las Ventas Bullring
A panoramic view of Las Ventas Bullring, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Calle De Serrano
A panoramic view of the neighbourhood of Serrano, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza
A panoramic view of the Museum of Thyssen-Bornemisza, Madrid
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 13: Paseo del Prado(on the corner opposite McDonald's)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 12: Barrio de las Letras(Before the Parish of El Salvador and San Nicolas)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 11: Calle Toledo (Opposite Paco's Candy Store)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 10: Puerta de Toledo(After the roundabout)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 9: Cuesta de la Vega(Before Ronda de Segovia)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 8: Puerta de San Vicente(Second bus stop outside the roundabout)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 7: Templo de Debod (near San Gil barracks)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 6: Teleférico opposite no. 52 (Paseo del Pintor Rosales with C. de Altamirano)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 5: Moncloa (Corner of C. de Romero Robledo and Calle de Princesa)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 4: Plaza de España(Next to the Riu Hotel)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 3: Gran Via 30 (in front of Pans & Company)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 2: Plaza de Cibeles (bus stop at south-east corner of roundabout, near the post office)
Meeting point
Madrid
Stop 1: Neptuno (near Paseo del Prado)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Stop 13: Paseo del Prado(on the corner opposite McDonald's)
Ends at
Stop 12: Barrio de las Letras(Before the Parish of El Salvador and San Nicolas)
Ends at
Stop 11: Calle Toledo (Opposite Paco's Candy Store)
Ends at
Stop 10: Puerta de Toledo(After the roundabout)
Ends at
Stop 9: Cuesta de la Vega(Before Ronda de Segovia)
Ends at
Stop 8: Puerta de San Vicente(Second bus stop outside the roundabout)
Ends at
Stop 7: Templo de Debod (near San Gil barracks)
Ends at
Stop 6: Teleférico opposite no. 52 (Paseo del Pintor Rosales with C. de Altamirano)
Ends at
Stop 5: Moncloa (Corner of C. de Romero Robledo and Calle de Princesa)
Ends at
Stop 4: Plaza de España(Next to the Riu Hotel)
Ends at
Stop 3: Gran Via 30 (in front of Pans & Company)
Ends at
Stop 2: Plaza de Cibeles (bus stop at south-east corner of roundabout, near the post office)
Ends at
Stop 1: Neptuno (near Paseo del Prado)
Options you can book
48 Hours Hop on Hop off
Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use, valid for 48 hours from the time of first use. 3 Central Routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket, over 3 routes.
24 Hours Hop on Hop off
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use, valid for 24 hours from the time of first use. 3 Central Routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket, over 3 routes.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, ko, pt, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Bus Madrid
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 369 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
369 verified traveler reviews for Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Cool Way to Explore Madrid! 🇪🇸
The Big Bus Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off Tour was a great way to see Madrid and get familiar with the city. It was convenient to take in the major landmarks and attractions while enjoying the views from the open-top bus. We enjoyed the flexibility of being able to hop off to explore different areas and then hop back on to continue sightseeing. It’s a good option for first-time visitors who want to experience more of Madrid without having to figure out all the transportation themselves. If you’re visiting Madrid for the first time, I recommend considering this tour as part of your itinerary. It’s an easy and enjoyable way to see the city at your own pace!
via Tripadvisor
Awful
Absolutely awful. Don’t go there. One bus broke down leaving seriously congested buses with long waits at each stop. Also not clear at all at each stop where you get the bus and the commentary went from a very stressed out disjointed live guide to random Spanish music interjected with some useful facts about Madrid. Don’t waste your money or time. Sat for three hours and felt couldn’t get off at the risk of not getting back on as several passengers including ourselves had to wait for another bus as they kept coming full. No capacity and very poor commentary even when you did manage to get a seat. I strongly advise to avoid. You could walk faster.
via Tripadvisor
Madrid HOHO
We took the Historic Route (Purple) and the Orange/Yellow. Though I have been to Madrid before this was a nice way to spend the afternoon learning more about the city.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the routes and found the tour a nice way to learn more about Madrid, even as a returning visitor. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon! Raul@BigBusTours
via Viator
Terrible
Audio was shocking. Last time I will use Do not use operator and try another
via Tripadvisor
Our tour was not typical...
Our tour was not typical because there was a demonstration downtown that completely disrupted the bus routes. I feel like it would have been a great tour if it were conducted as normal.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry that your tour was affected by the demonstration and the resulting route disruptions. While these circumstances were unfortunately beyond our control, we understand how they can impact the overall experience. We're pleased to hear that you felt the tour would have been great under normal operating conditions, and we appreciate your understanding. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you aboard again for a smoother experience in the future. Daiana@BigBusTours
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $34 to $44
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 135
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Madrid.
How much does Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour cost?
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Prices start at $34 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Madrid usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Madrid is not rushed.
Is Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 386 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Madrid, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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Around 135 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Madrid can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Madrid and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Madrid within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Madrid?
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On Outty we rank every Madrid experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace, Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park, Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Madrid?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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Included: Audio Commentary in 10 languages; 24 - 48 hours Hop on hop off on; An open-top double decker bus; See all the top landmarks of Madrid; and 3 Central Routes. Not included: Admission fees; and Tips (Optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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Stop 13: Paseo del Prado(on the corner opposite McDonald's) Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, German, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Madrid. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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Across 386 reviews averaging 3.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
What booking options are available for Big Bus Madrid Hop on Hop off Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including 48 Hours Hop on Hop off, 24 Hours Hop on Hop off. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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