Temple of Debod (Templo de Debod) Tours and Tickets

The Temple of Debod (Templo de Debod) is an Egyptian temple in the center of Madrid that dates back to the early second century BC. It was gifted to Spain in 1968 in gratitude to the Spanish for their aid with a campaign to save the ancient temples of Nubia from flooding after the construction of the Aswan Dam. The temple was transported and rebuilt stone by stone over a period of two years.

The Temple of Debod is located in Madrid’s Parque de la Montana, which is a 10-minute walk from Plaza de España. If traveling by metro, you can take line 3 toVentura Rodríguez, which is around 10 minutes away by foot, or take lines 3 or 10 to Plaza de España station.

Inside the Temple of Debod, visitors can see different rooms, including the Adijalamani Chapel at the epicenter of the complex, with walls depicting Egyptian kings making offerings to gods. As well as other rooms to explore, the complex boasts great panoramic views of Madrid.

Yes, visitors are permitted to take photographs inside the Temple of Debod. As well as magnificent carvings on this ancient structure, it also is a fantastic sunset-viewing spot with views of Madrid. If you happen to be near the area at night, the temple looks beautiful when illuminated.

Other attractions near the Temple of Debod include the nearby Cerralbo Museum—a mansion with a collection of art and historical objects that belonged to the 17th Marquess of Cerralbo. There’s also the Monumento Cervantes, a collection of sculptures dedicated to novelist Miguel de Cervantes, and the Royal Palace of Madrid, which is around a 15-minute walk away.

Yes, many travelers visit the Temple of Debod with a guided tour; tours typically showcase the temple alongside other Madrid highlights, such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, Plaza Mayor, and San Miguel market. Options include walking tours, eco tuk-tuk tours, or hop-on hop-off bus tours.