Sabatini Gardens, Neoclassical garden near Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain.
Sabatini Gardens is a formal green space next to Madrid's Royal Palace designed in a classical style that combines French and Spanish traditions, spread across three tiered terraces. The layout features strict geometric patterns with clipped hedges, fountains, and ornamental pools arranged in perfect symmetry.
The space began in the 1930s when Spain's Second Republic removed the royal stables and created a new garden on the land. Work continued and was completed after the Spanish Civil War ended.
The space takes its name from the royal architect who designed it, and its balanced layout reflects how 18th-century Spanish rulers thought about order and beauty. Walking through, you notice how every path and planting feels intentional and measured.
You can visit during daylight hours, with later closing times in summer and earlier ones in cooler months. Entry is free, and there are several access points around the perimeter.
A large rectangular pool at the center acts as a mirror to the palace's north side, with reflections shifting throughout the day as light changes. This mirroring effect was a deliberate design choice to honor the palace from within the garden.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
