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What to see in Aranjuez in 2 days

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2-day itinerary for Aranjuez (Spain): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.

Aranjuez blends history, monuments and nature at every turn. Here's a 2-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.

Practical info · Aranjuez

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length1-2 days
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BudgetBudget · €
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Getting aroundOn foot
Known forHistory, monuments and nature

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What to see in Aranjuez day by day

Day 1Royal Palace · Prince's Garden

Royal Palace of Aranjuez
Spring residence of the kings of Spain, with royal halls and the famous Porcelain Cabinet.
from 9€
Guided tour of the Royal Palace
Guided tour through the palace's rooms and its Bourbon history.
from 16€
Parterre Garden
Parterre Garden
French-style garden beside the palace façade, with fountains and trimmed hedges.
Free
Royal Barges Museum
Collection of pleasure boats used by the court to sail the Tagus.
from 3€
🍽️ El Rana Verde
A classic beside the Tagus since 1905, Castilian cuisine and a terrace over the river.
~28€
Prince's Garden
Prince's Garden
The largest garden in Aranjuez, 150 hectares of groves beside the river Tagus.
Free
Casa del Labrador
Casa del Labrador
Small neoclassical palace of extraordinary luxury within the Prince's Garden.
from 5€
🍽️ La Alegría de la Huerta
Vegetables from the Aranjuez lowlands and homemade dishes near the gardens.
~22€

Day 2Island Garden · Historic Centre

Island Garden
Island Garden
Historic garden surrounded by the Tagus, with mythological fountains from the 16th century.
Free
Boat trip on the Tagus
River cruise to see the gardens and palaces from the water.
from 10€
Free Walking Tour of Aranjuez
Guided walk through the monumental complex, a Cultural Landscape and World Heritage Site.
Free
Plaza de San Antonio
Large arcaded square with the church of San Antonio, heart of the Enlightenment-era town.
Free
Aranjuez tourist train
Aranjuez tourist train
Little tourist train that runs past palaces, gardens and the city's main squares.
from 7€
Mysteries and legends tour
Night-time route featuring the darkest and most curious stories of the royal site.
from 14€
🍽️ Casa José
Fine cuisine based on quality produce and local garden vegetables, a gastronomic benchmark in Aranjuez.
~60€
🍽️ Aguatinta
Market cuisine in the historic centre, with seasonal asparagus and strawberries.
~30€

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Frequently asked questions about Aranjuez

How many days do I need to see Aranjuez?

With 2 days you can see the must-sees of Aranjuez. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Aranjuez?

The best time to visit Aranjuez is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

How do you get around Aranjuez?

It's a very walkable city: the centre is compact and almost everything is close by, so you'll get around mostly on foot. Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

What to visit in Aranjuez?

The must-sees in Aranjuez: Royal Palace of Aranjuez, Prince's Garden, Island Garden and Free Walking Tour of Aranjuez. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.

How much does it cost to visit Aranjuez?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

Every bookable activity includes a direct link to Civitatis to buy the ticket or tour online and skip the lines.

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