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Palace of Madrid

Discover the majestic Royal Palace of Madrid

The Royal Palace of Madrid is a majestic and iconic symbol of the Spanish monarchy and its extensive history. It is the largest of the Western European palaces and the seventh most visited Spanish monument on the peninsula. The palace is accessed from Bailén Street, located in the heart of the Austrias district and near the Príncipe Pío station. Its more than 135,000 square meters and 3,418 rooms have witnessed centuries of Spanish history. It stands as a reminder of the grandeur and power of the Spanish monarchy in the Plaza de Oriente. And it still stands as the official residence of the Heads of State (the king) of the country, open to the public. However, the current kings and princesses do not live in it, but in the Zarzuela Palace, so it is a building used for state ceremonies and solemn events.

Almost 2 million visitors come every year to discover its corners, its works of art in its museum, and its exhibition that houses unique treasures in the world. Without a doubt, the palace is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city of Madrid and stands out for its impressive architecture, its luxurious decoration, and its stunning views. Visitors can explore the numerous halls and courtyards of the palace, admiring its unique works of art and artifacts from centuries past.

The Royal Palace is a must-see for anyone looking to experience the majestic beauty of Spain's past century.

A bit of history of the Royal Palace of Madrid and its surroundings

It was known as the Palace of the East during the dictatorship of General Franco due to its location in the Plaza de Oriente, named so because it is located east of the palace. Aligned with the Royal Palace of Madrid, and facing it, is the Royal Theater at the other end of the square, the most important opera theater in Madrid.

The palace was built by order of King Philip V, on the site left by the Royal Alcázar, almost entirely destroyed by a fire in 1734. The fire episode served to justify the replacement of the old building with a palace in accordance with the Baroque taste of the time. The history of the Royal Palace began in 1738 with its construction. The works lasted seventeen years and, after its completion, Charles III was the first monarch to establish his habitual residence there in 1764.

The location of the Royal Palace was the same as that occupied by the Palace of the Austrias, destroyed by fires that occurred during Christmas Eve 1734. The Palace of the East is surrounded by squares, the Campo del Moro gardens, and the Sabatini gardens. The first gardens, to the west, date from the Middle Ages; the second were created in the 20th century and are in the north.

Everything to see in the Royal Palace of Madrid

The artistic richness that this palace houses inside is extremely remarkable; the decoration of its halls includes works of art of all kinds, such as paintings by artists of the importance of Caravaggio, Velázquez, Francisco de Goya, and frescoes by Corrado Giaquinto, Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, or Anton Raphael Mengs.

Other notable collections preserved in the building are those of the Royal Armory, porcelain, watchmaking, furniture, and silverware, which you can see during the guided tours of the palace.

Among the more than 3,000 rooms of the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Main Staircase at the entrance stands out, designed by Sabatini with more than 70 steps; the Throne Room, with a ceiling painted by Tiepolo; the Halberdiers Hall, the ballroom that Charles III converted into the Guards Room; the Gasparini Room, with a profuse decoration based on plant elements; the Royal Pharmacy, and the Royal Chapel.

The Royal Armory of the Royal Palace preserves weapons and armor belonging to the kings of Spain and other members of the Royal Family, from the 13th century.

The Royal Kitchen of the Royal Palace is the most outstanding example, preserved to this day, of historical kitchens of European royal residences, both for its size, for the conservation of the complex, and for the interest and magnitude of the accessories.

For all the value that the Royal Palace of Madrid treasures, it is National Heritage. And, to top it off, in its vicinity is the Almudena Cathedral, a beautiful and significant monument of Spanish architecture that we also recommend visiting.

Stay at the B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro Plaza Mayor

Are you looking for a modern stay to visit Madrid? Look no further! Choose one of our hotels in Madrid, such as the B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro Plaza Mayor, which is located near the Royal Palace of Madrid, in the heart of the Spanish capital.

Our B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro Plaza Mayor opened its doors with the desire to present a very modern building with new facilities for a more demanding type of traveler.

Just a 10-minute walk from the Royal Palace of Madrid, one of the largest palaces in the world, our hotel is located a few steps from the most visited tourist attractions in the capital.

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