Campo del Moro lies below Madrid's Royal Palace, on the Manzanares side. Its long view towards the west façade, tree-lined paths and fountains make it a pleasant break after an indoor visit. Admission is free and separate from the palace ticket. Allow 45 minutes to an hour for a walk, longer if you explore the side paths; the ground slopes.
Highlights
The central vista
From the lawns, the palace rises above the garden's long open axis. Keep to permitted areas to enjoy the view without damaging the planting.
The landscaped paths
Shaded paths offer a different atmosphere from the geometric Sabatini Gardens. Take time to wander away from the central axis.
The Conchas and Tritones fountains
They punctuate the garden's composition, laid out in the 19th century under Isabella II and later remodelled during Maria Christina's regency.
The Villanueva tunnel section
Part of this historic passage has been open free of charge since January 2026, during garden opening hours. It does not yet provide a complete through-route to Madrid Río.
Practical info
Tips
Prices checked in October 2026: free admission, with no palace ticket required. Several gates serve the gardens: Paseo de la Virgen del Puerto, Cuesta de San Vicente and Cuesta de la Vega. Hours vary by gate and season; if leaving late, check the gate you intend to use. Some areas remain restricted. Opening also depends on weather and official events; check Patrimonio Nacional notices on the day. Wear suitable shoes for the slopes and bring drinking water in summer.
How to get there
Historic entrance: Paseo de la Virgen del Puerto, s/n, 28005 Madrid. Príncipe Pío metro, lines 6 and 10 and the Ópera-Príncipe Pío shuttle, serves the lower side. From the palace, head for the Cuesta de San Vicente or Cuesta de la Vega gates; seeing the gardens from the cornice does not mean a direct downhill path is open everywhere.
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