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Puerta del Sol vs Royal Palace of Madrid
Both Puerta del Sol and Royal Palace of Madrid are rated highly by professionals. On balance, Puerta del Sol scores significantly higher than Royal Palace of Madrid. Puerta del Sol scores 79 with accolades from 6 reviews such as Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Puerta del Sol
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Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
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C. Mayor / C. Alcala, 28013 Madrid
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Fodor's
"Crowded with people but pedestrian-friendly, the Puerta del Sol is the nerve center of Madrid."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The official centrepoint of Spain is a gracious hemisphere of elegant facades and often overwhelming crowds."
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Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"It is here that the heart of the city beats."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"It is here that victories are celebrated and where masses of people come to greet the New Year."
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Let's Go
"With the regional government situated on the southern end of the plaza, the Puerta del Sol has also been the site of major protests and political rallies."
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Royal Palace of Madrid
Concierge
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Calle Bailen, 28071 Madrid
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Concierge
"The official residence of Spain's royal family (now only used to host official ceremonies) was commissioned in 1738 by King Felipe V."
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Palace admission is free to European Union residents on Wednesdays
Frommer's
"No longer occupied by royalty, but still used for state occasions, Madrid's Royal Palace stands on a ridge above the Manzanares River and Campo del Moro park."
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Afar Magazine
"Inside, every wall, ceiling, and floor either is a work of art, or hosts works of art."
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Let's Go
"If you spent your childhood dreaming of princesses, knights, and dragons, the Palacio Real, Madrid’s own royal palace, will be your dream come true."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"From the outside, the dramatic scale of the palace is so impressive. But inside it has such texture and detail."
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