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Jardines de Sabatini — Sabatini Gardens with a reflecting pool, fountains and the Royal PalacePhoto: r0x sm · CC BY-SA 2.0 · edited
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Jardines de Sabatini

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Jardines de Sabatini forms part of Madrid’s Royal Palace grounds, facing the palace’s north side between Calle de Bailén and Cuesta de San Vicente.

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Jardines de Sabatini — Formal hedges and a reflecting pool in the palace gardens Sjaak Kempe from Groningen, The Netherlands · CC BY 2.0 · edited
Jardines de Sabatini — Formal hedges and a reflecting pool in the palace gardensJardines de Sabatini — Stone fountain beneath pine trees with the palace beyondJardines de Sabatini — Royal Palace across the garden pool and clipped hedgesJardines de Sabatini — Elevated view along the gardens’ geometric hedges and pathsJardines de Sabatini — Overhead view of clipped hedges, garden paths and fountainsJardines de Sabatini — Geometric hedges and steps leading toward the garden fountainsJardines de Sabatini — Royal Palace façade above the garden’s clipped greeneryJardines de Sabatini — Palace façade framed by tall clipped shrubs in the gardensJardines de Sabatini — Shaded tree-lined path with benches in the gardensJardines de Sabatini — White garden statue between tall hedges and clipped greeneryJardines de Sabatini — Large cedar tree rising above a garden path

Why go

  • Clipped hedges and symmetrical geometric planting in a Neoclassical design.
  • Three terraces, with flower beds and large cedars on the upper eastern terrace.
  • An elevated setting above Campo del Moro.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 22:00Show all
Monday09:00 – 22:00
Tuesday09:00 – 22:00
Wednesday09:00 – 22:00
Thursday09:00 – 22:00
Friday09:00 – 22:00
Saturday09:00 – 22:00
Sunday09:00 – 22:00

Photo spots

  • Reflecting poolCentre the lower terrace’s reflecting pool between its symmetrical flower beds; two fountains decorate the pool, and four planted plots with fountains surround it.Lower terrace On the map
  • Royal Palace façadeThe middle terrace overlooks the palace’s entire north façade, with a pine grove extending toward Cuesta de San Vicente.Middle terrace On the map

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History

The Republic’s government transferred the property to Madrid’s city council for a public park. Statues of Spanish kings, originally intended for the adjoining palace, decorate the gardens.

  1. 18th centuryFrancesco Sabatini designed the royal stables that once stood here; the gardens take his name.
  2. 1933Work began on the gardens after demolition of the stables began. Fernando García Mercadal had won the design competition.
  3. 1950The gardens opened to the public.
  4. 1972A renovation added a monumental staircase.
  5. 1978Construction was completed at a ceremony with King Juan Carlos I.
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  1. 2020–2021Plaza de España’s redevelopment changed parts of the park’s layout. The lower terrace kept its structure; tunnels and pedestrian access changes affected the upper terraces.
  2. 2024Work was ongoing on paths, drainage, barrier removal, damaged features, trees and lighting.

How to get there

  • TrainNearest Metro station: Ópera.
  • BusBuses 2 and 146 serve the park.
  • On footAn entrance with steps leads into the gardens from Cuesta de San Vicente.
  • On footPedestrian routes link the gardens with Plaza de España, Palacio Real, Plaza de Oriente, Templo de Debod and Parque del Oeste.

Accessibility

  • Main routes and areas accessible to visitors with reduced mobility Most main routes and areas are accessible.

Sources: Sabatini Gardens - Wikipedia · Jardines de Sabatini - Ayuntamiento de Madrid · Jardines de Sabatini - Wikipedia · checked 4 Oct 2026

Where
Calle Bailen 2, Madrid

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Questions and answers

When did Jardines de Sabatini open to the public?

The gardens opened in 1950 and were completed in 1978 at a ceremony with King Juan Carlos I.

Can I bring an animal to Jardines de Sabatini?

Animals are not allowed in the lower gardens, even on a leash.

How many terraces are in Jardines de Sabatini?

The gardens are arranged across three terraces.

How large are Jardines de Sabatini?

They cover 2.66 hectares.

Where are Jardines de Sabatini?

The park is at Calle Bailén, 2, in Madrid.

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