View of the Almudena Cathedral

The view of the Almudena Cathedral, in Madrid

A superb viewpoint reveals the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace, in Madrid. The Madrid audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this exceptional panorama, accessible from the belvedere near the Temple of Debod.

The finest panorama over the palace

Coming to admire the Temple of Debod also offers access to a belvedere renowned for its superb viewpoint over the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace. The people of Madrid know it well: it is here one of the finest places to contemplate the monumental ensemble formed by the palace and the cathedral, especially at sunset, when the light gilds the façades. This panorama, among the most famous of the capital, composes one of the finest images of Madrid.

What to see

You admire a superb panorama over the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace, from the belvedere near the Temple of Debod, particularly beautiful at sunset. This view is one of the most famous of Madrid. It is a must-see stop for lovers of panoramas and photography.

Practical information

The view of the Almudena Cathedral is discovered from the belvedere near the Temple of Debod, in the heart of Madrid, reachable on foot. It is a public open-air space, freely accessible. The view is particularly beautiful at sunset, when the light gilds the palace and the cathedral.

From where to admire the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace?

From the belvedere near the Temple of Debod, which offers one of the finest panoramas of Madrid over the palace and the cathedral, especially at sunset.

Where is this viewpoint of the Almudena Cathedral?

Near the Temple of Debod, in the heart of Madrid.