Tourist Passes in Madrid

Practical travel guide for Madrid, Spain

Tourist Passes in Madrid

Tourist Passes

Madrid Tourist Travel Pass (Abono Turístico)

Unlimited public transportation on metro, buses, and commuter trains within Zone A. Options (zone A, 2026): 1-day €10.30, 2-day €17.50, 3-day €23.10, 4-day €27.80, 5-day €33.40, 7-day €43.20. Best for: Visitors using public transport extensively. Purchase at metro stations, airport, or online. Includes airport metro supplement.

www.metromadrid.es

Paseo del Arte Card (Art Walk Pass)

Combined ticket for Madrid's three major art museums: Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza. Price: €32.80 in 2026 (a 20% saving on the three separate tickets). Valid for one entry to each museum within one year from purchase. Best for: Art enthusiasts planning to visit all three museums. Purchase at any of the three museums or online.

www.museodelprado.es

Madrid City Tour Bus

Hop-on-hop-off double-decker bus covering two routes with 37+ stops at major attractions. Commentary in multiple languages via headphones. Prices: €33 for 24 hours, €44 for 48 hours (cheaper online); three routes and 34 stops. Includes night tour and walking tour. Best for: First-time visitors wanting overview and flexible sightseeing. Buses depart every 10-15 minutes. Can be convenient for reaching distant sites like Temple of Debod or Santiago Bernabéu.

madrid.city-tour.com

Madrid City Card (transport)

The old Madrid Card museum pass was discontinued; the official Madrid City Card now combines the tourist transport pass with discounts (5 days €33.40 in 2026). For museums, the Paseo del Arte ticket covers the big three.

citycard.esmadrid.com

Go City Madrid Pass

All-inclusive pass covering 30+ attractions including Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Bernabéu Stadium Tour, hop-on-hop-off bus, and tours. Options: sold for 2-5 days (from about €129 for two days in 2026); check current prices on the official site. Best for: Visitors planning packed itineraries hitting multiple paid attractions. Calculate if your planned visits exceed pass cost. Includes skip-the-line access at some venues.

gocity.com

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