Art and history lovers now have a new event on their calendar for 2026 in Madrid: the Bank of Spain has announced a new edition of its open house to discover the treasures housed by this institution. There will be more than 33,000 spots available —18% more than last year—to visit the building starting September 25. However, ticket reservations (which are required to attend) will open this Wednesday, September 16, at 12:00 p.m.
Although the number of available tickets is ample, those interested in signing up should act quickly: these tours generate a great deal of interest, and consequently, a high volume of requests. Additionally, each registered person may reserve up to four spots, so it’s best not to wait until the last minute to secure a place on the tours.
Tickets can be reserved through the Bank of Spain (BdE) website, where visitors can select the type of tour they wish to book: individual (for the general public), group tour (for associations, organizations, and cultural groups), or tour for educational institutions (secondary school, high school, vocational training, or university).
What can you see on the free tours of the Bank of Spain?
Tours last approximately 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes) and begin at 29 Los Madrazo Street—as a recommendation, the Bank of Spain encourages visitors to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.
Once inside, visitors will be able to explore some of the most iconic architectural spaces of this imposing building, which has been listed since 1999 as a Site of Cultural Interest in the Historic Monument category.
During the last event, for example, visitors were able to explore the Imperial Staircase, the Cash Courtyard (now the Library), the Collectors’ Hall, and the Operations Courtyard. But that’s not all: the Bank of Spain houses a highly significant art collection, including portraits by Francisco de Goya of the directors of the Banco Nacional de San Carlos—the Bank of Spain’s first predecessor—as well as a portrait of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia taken by photographer Annie Leibovitz.
Practical Information for Your Visit
To enter the building on the day of the visit, you must present the ID card, NIE, or passport listed on the reservation, as tickets are personal, non-transferable, and cannot be modified afterward. Only children under 2 years of age may enter without a reservation.
Tour Schedule
- Monday (tours led by the Bank of Spain’s volunteer team): 4:00 p.m. and 4:45 p.m.
- Friday: 3:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., and 7:15 p.m.
- Saturday: 9:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., and 7:15 p.m.
- Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., and 7:15 p.m.
How to get to the Bank of Spain
- Metro: Banco de España (Line 2).
- Bus: 001, 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 14, 15, 20, 27, 34, 37, 45, 46, 51, 52, 53, 74, 146, 150, 203, C03, and E1.
- Commuter Train: Recoletos (lines C1, C2, C7, C8, and C10).
Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Tickets
In this article, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to make the process as simple and efficient as possible, increasing your chances of securing a spot on the guided tours.