Campo del Moro

Campo del Moro is a large public park situated behind the Royal Palace, featuring formal gardens, multiple ponds, and expansive lawns. Mature trees and various sculptures are distributed throughout, creating a balanced landscape composition.

The grounds began as a military camp in the 12th century, later became a hunting area, and eventually transformed into a formal garden under Spanish rulers. The present English-style layout was introduced in the 19th century.

The name refers to a military camp that once occupied this land, and visitors can observe how Spanish and English gardening traditions have merged into a single landscape. This blend is visible in the layout and choice of plantings throughout the grounds.

The park is accessible on foot through multiple entrances and relatively flat, making it easy to navigate for most visitors. Benches and walking paths are distributed throughout, and the location works well for strolling or resting with views of the palace.

Small ponds throughout the grounds create reflections of the palace that shift with the time of day and angle of sunlight. These mirror effects produce visual moments that can appear different on each visit.

Location: Madrid

Inception: 1844

Opening Hours: April-September 09:00-20:00; October-March 09:00-18:00

Website: https://esmadrid.com/informacion-turistica/campo-del-moro

GPS coordinates: 40.41820,-3.71905

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25