I was extremely disappointed with this location. My girlfriend and I visited this location due to all the positive reviews it received along with it's interesting story - essentially an Egyptian temple that was donated and reconstructed by the Spanish in a public park of Madrid. Although free and not a large structure, the wait was approximately 90 minutes to get in. If you looked closely there was certainly some original stones with artwork/stories on them but much of the place has stones that were replaced and not true to time. After the long wait, most people don't spend more than 20 minutes inside as there isn't much to see. As stated earlier, I was not a fan and would advise other travelers to place this location lower on your "to do" list. It did not justify the long wait and there are many other places in Madrid nearby worth seeing.

Overall it was a great visit. Did not bothered to get inside as they just allow 10people at a time inside and can stay up to 30minutes, when we arrive early in the afternoon there was a long queue already. But the outside is perfectly nice, no water as we can see from other photos when I visited it this morning. Just walk around, the panoramic view itself is amazing.

The line was like everlasting and it moved in a glacial pace. I didn’t even get to go inside, in fact we were close to the gate before they cut us off. It’s free but you’re better off just taking some pictures then leaving. I would have to say if you’re there around sunset, stick around to get some magnificent pictures with the sun in the background.

Listen and you’ll thank me, if not.. your choice-> If there’s a queue: do not even go there. Only 10 people can go in and it takes AGES before you’ll go in. Once it is done, you pray it’ll be worth it… but then again, no. Okay, it’s 2200 years old and has been gifted by the Egyptian gov to Spain… but it misses a lot of historic info inside.. it’s very poor and I have the feeling I lost 2 hours (!!!) of my time in the queue and 14 minutes inside the temple.

It was cool to see a piece of Egyptian history in the centre of town of Madrid. Besides that, the park that it's in is even nicer. Cool views over Madrid, the Royal palace, palm trees, cherry blossoms and a very chill vibe. People relaxing, picnicking, playing music. Loved it

To me, this is very interesting. A temple transported to Spain that was built in the second century BC for the god Amen who was worshiped during the 22th century BC. Wow. It is in an open air park. There is a small line you will have to wait in. There is a playground near by if you have kids.

Being someone that has never been to Egypt this was really interesting. I enjoy the outside and also visited the inside. It was quite something to find something like this right in the center of Madrid. The surroundings are also really nice, and there's also a park nearby. The place is high so you get quite a view.

GOOD BUT VERY LONG WAIT TIMES! The Temple has been shipped over brick by brick from Egypt to the centre of Madrid. It's amazing to look at from the outside, but because they only allow 10 people in at a time, the line to see the inside is incredibly long (had to wait 90 minutes). If you're short on time, just see it from the outside, but if you can spare an afternoon in a queue, the inside is pretty amazing.

Used the hop-on-hop-off bus to come north of the city to visit this. The bus stop is right outside the entrance of the park the temple is in. There is great restaurant there as well we had lunch in before venturing into the park. The temple itself is small, when we visited there was no water around it/in the moat. We didn't queue to go in because it was long, it was a hot day and my 4 year old wouldn't wait (neither would I to be honest). Interesting temple, in an odd place in a park in Spain and not a desert in Egypt but worth seeing

While the Temple isn't impressive per se, it is located in a nice area in the city of Madrid, with a great lookout spot that allows for a beautiful panoramic view of the city. The history of the temple itself is interesting, as it was an ancient Egyptian temple that was dismantled and eventually rebuilt in the middle of the city. Worth of a visit if you're around the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way to see it.

Great experience! The sunset views from the park surrounding the temple are incredible! The line for the temple at 6pm is very long (waited 2 hours to get inside the temple) and the park is a bit crowded, but the views are worth it. The temple itself is beautiful, but the museum was (i) kind of little (could add a few things, like the story of how the temple got to Spain) and (ii) did not receive any explanation of the temple or the exhibitions from the guides. I suggest to check on the history and background of the temple before the visit. Definitely a must see when visiting Madrid!

Small temple on top of the city. Has nice views of the city from the park’s edge - overlooks most of the city. You can then walk to Plaza de España and beginning of Gran Vía. Then walk down towards Plaza Sol.

The trample of debod is free, but there is a long line of tourists to get to see it, especially at sunset when the temple shines pink and orange. You can walk around the temple grounds if you don't want to wait to go inside, but if you step into the temple the guards will blow the whistle until you get off. Inside there are some hieroglyphics and some history exhibits. It's especially nice to see the temples of Nubia plan and where those temples are these days, including the over in New York. The temple is at the top of a hill in you approach from the south, so prepare for a hike.

This is an astonishing site. It cannot be stressed enough that there are very few places outside of Egypt that can boast such a monument, and this is spectacular, particularly at sunset. The only, only complaint is there is no reflecting pool. Speaking to the security on the site, it hasn’t been the case for four years due to faulty plumbing. I would strongly recommend that the city sort this out immediately because it really does make a monument like this stand out and shows real care to a beautiful and prestigious gift. If you don’t use it, you lose it. Absolute must if you’re in Madrid.

The water has dried up or they stopped maintaining it but the place is still beautiful with or without water. You must visit this place during sunset for some great pictures. There is so much history about this place, it was bought from Egypt many centuries ago, so having such a great historical monument right in the middle of the city is great. There is a big queue outside for entrance into the temple.

The temple originally belongs to 200 BC, refurbished in 1972. We could not enter inside the temple as the queue was long and they allow only 10 people at a time. But the surroundings are very nice, cool and peaceful. One can escape from the heat and relax in the nearby park. Also walk upto the Royal palace using the dedicated walking path. There are many nice places to visit on the way to the palace. Overall it's worth visiting.

Right before sunset is the perfect time to visit this temple. We didn't enter it as we already visited the whole temple here in Egypt but we loved it and took great pictures next to it. There was a long queue to enter since closing time approached so if you want to enter you'd better visit earlier.

Go just before sunset. Don’t bother waiting in line to enter, it can be very long and moves very slowly. You can get great pictures from the outside. Also the surrounding park has gorgeous views of the Palace and the city! I think it’s worth the trip.

Free museum, get there early so you don't wait too long in the big queue line. A real Egyptian museum in Spain, all the blocks came from Egypt, they have a beautiful model showing temples around the world. Perfect place to take a photo of the sunset in Madrid. Walking distance to the Royal Palace of Madrid or Plaza España.

A tranquil setting that can at times become very hectic. The temple itself is a piece of Egyptian History that dates back to the second century, gifted to Spain by the Egyptian government. The park around it is quite a nice place to relax and get away from the hectic city vibes. One of the best places in Madrid to see the sunset

The day i visited the Temple the water fountain had no water and the line to enter the Temple was really long so unfortunately i didn't enter. I only enjoyed the beautiful park and its views of Madrid. I will write an update when i enter the Temple but i enjoyed the park very much.

You've gotta check out this awesome local park that's got a real Egyptian temple right in Spain! How cool is that? The Egyptian government gifted it to the Spanish folks, making it one unique spot. The atmosphere is totally easy-going and pleasant, and both locals and tourists love to kick back and enjoy the breathtaking sunset in this magical setting. It's a must-visit place that's bound to leave you in awe!

I'm just taking photos from the outside only. So, this review is based on the architecture of the structure. Although the temple is not huge, you can take some cool photos as a backdrop. Well, you can never expect there is a temple in Madrid. This is due to fact to historical reasons..for you to find it out if interested 😇.

Very unique location once the sunsets with the lights and ambiance. Totally worth the trip up to see it, close to plaza de espana as well which is one of my favorite places to relax in Madrid. The temple was closed when I got there but I was more Intrigued with sitting outside and watching the sunset rather than going inside which I heard is always a long wait. Beautiful spot highly recommend seeing it for yourself. Great green area around with couples and people having picnics and lounging.

Good place to find a piece of history in the heart of the city. Photos that you see in internet might be taken from different time of the day, mostly night time because of the lighting. If you go there during the day, don't expect a grand scenery. There's park in it so it's good to sit & wait for the sunset. The result will be picturesque! Enjoy!

Temple of Debod is simply breath taking. There were other tourist around the area, the place is very spacious, thus Covid 19 social distance can be easily maintained. We went around to take some good angles pictures of the place, but didn't make it inside. This is a great place to visit, especially when Madrid, Spain buildings, and architecture speaks volumes of the history behind them almost in all its streets. I learned Temple of Debod was an Egyptian donation to Spain. We were blessed to know a friend who also works as some type of tourist guide which gave us so much insight and history behind several buildings, and architecture of Central Madrid and other places. Temple of Debot was built in 200 NC, and then dismantled and then rebuilt in the center of Madrid in between the years of 1970-1972 in Parque de la Montaña.

Really nice to see something different, it’s up on a little hill so the view from here are fantastic. Only reason why I didn’t put 5 stars is because the water that normally surround the temple was empty. I’m sure if it was full it would give another vibe to it especially and sunset. Definitely something to go see

What is an ancient Egyptian temple doing in the centre of Madrid? Yeah, I also don’t know. But it’s pretty stunning! (I do know: it was donated by Egypt to Spain in an attempt to save the monuments of Nubia in the 1900s while digging the Aswan dam) Great spot for evening drinks - the young people of the entire city gather up here, so brush up your Spanish. Queues to visit the temple can be long over the week end so get your tickets in advance!

It is a picturesque place, especially at sunset, in a beautiful park with amazing views of the city. There was construction around, so a bit more of a task to get to and out of. We just saw from the outside, not realizing that there was an opportunity to get in to see what is inside. The information here doesn't quite match up with what's going on- we rushed to get there by 6.30 pm to realize that it is open until 7 with last entry at 6.45. There were more than 30 people in the queue so we didn't bother- the website says they let 10 people in at a time.

If the surrounding fountains and pool were working it would be more impressive..... but there not and look like they have not been for a while. But the views over to the Palace are worth the visit alone.

Such a cool piece of archeology in Madrid in a beautiful, laid back location. There are plaques outside to read about the temples (see my translated screenshots). I wanted to go inside as well as there’s a small museum to visit but the line to get in was very long around midday and very hot so I chose to skip it. The park this is located in is worth walking around as well. Beautiful views of the city from here and many people say it’s an ideal sunset location!

Very disappointing: there was a long queue at the entrance and not much to see when you finally get inside. Also in the pictures with water, it looks way better than it actually is. There are many better things to do in Madrid so, especially if you will have only a short stay in the city, skip this place. NOT WORTH IT, even if the entrance is free.

Was very nice, located in a park, you can walk the grounds but only a couple of people at a time, there was a line when I went. It didn’t take too long. Was in very nice condition, area was nice and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful; would definitely recommend checking it out if you’re in the area.

The temple is set high up on a hill and therefore the views from here are great, especially of the Palace. There was a long queue to enter intro the temple and I understand that although it is free to get in, the visit is timed to 15 mins and they only let a certain amount of people in at the same time .. Would defiantly recommend to visit the Temple. You are not allowed to walk around the various parts however as there are Securtiy to ward you off but you can walk around it and view From all angles

This place is amazing at Sunset. Must visit for tourists. Surrounded by a garden and amazing view of the Madrid city. From here you can also view The Royal Palace of Madrid and the Cathedral.

An amazing and wonderful monument taken apart stone by stone and shipped to Spain as a thank you gift from Egypt and reconstructed in Madrid. Spanish archeologists spent time in Egypt working on projects that were becoming inundated. There was a queue and a fair wait the day I went but it was absolutely worth it.

Short line up to get in but long wait. Inside security guards had their noses buried in their phones the whole time we were in there viewing this place. It was brought in from Egypt years ago. It is worth a look

And so you’re walking in Madrid and suddenly there is this temple built by the Egyptian civilization! Yes, this is incredible and it is true. The sight you can see from this park is amazing, a quite nice see of Madrid.

Very good Egyptian temple. The line to go through its so slow because the place is small. The access is free

Place very highly recommended to visit. Nice park, nice possibility to imagine how great the Egyptian culture was

Nice park with a good view of the city (on a clear day). I can imagine sunset on a clear day is beautiful. The monument itself is not much to see compared to the many other sights in Madrid.

Nice monument to visit during the day and sunset/night time. I didn't go inside as the line was long but I've heard it was small and not much to see. Around the area is a nice place to sit around, chill, and enjoy the views while listening to live music.

My visit to the Temple of Debod was truly captivating. Depending on the time of day, there might be a small queue to enter, but the experience is well worth any wait. The temple's beauty and historical significance left me in awe. The ancient Egyptian architecture transported me to a different era. The intricate carvings and well-preserved structure were a testament to the craftsmanship of that time. It's incredible to think that this temple has found a new home in the heart of Madrid. The surroundings, with the serene reflecting pool and lush greenery, added to the enchantment. It's a perfect spot to take in the breathtaking views of the city, especially during sunset. The informative plaques around the temple provided valuable insights into its history and how it came to be in Madrid. This added depth to the experience and made me appreciate the cultural exchange that brought the temple here. If you have an interest in history, architecture, or simply want a peaceful place to relax, the Temple of Debod is a must-visit. It's a unique gem in the heart of Madrid, offering a glimpse into both Egyptian and Spanish history.

Temple Debod is a beautiful and unexpected gem in the heart of Madrid. Delivered to Spain as a gift from Egypt, this ancient Egyptian temple offers a unique blend of history, culture and natural beauty. At sunset, when the building is bathed in the vibrant colors of the sun, the presence of the temple is breathtaking, creating a magical setting. The reflection of the temple in the surrounding lake adds to the picturesque setting. It’s a wonderful place to take a leisurely walk or just sit and admire the breathtaking view of the city. Although the church itself is relatively small, the historical significance and tranquil setting make it a worthwhile stop in history, archaeology, or just a peaceful escape from busy Madrid is a testament to the beauty of cultural exchange and a must for tourists and locals .

Great view of the city close to this place, but it is quite different from the main photos here Please check my photos from outside, at least it was like this at the time that we visited this place Still, the park around it was quite beautiful, and highly recommend visiting this place in general.

Beautiful pieces of History to see but to get up close, need to pay as security guards stop folks from running across the bailey to take pictures up close. Best viewed in summer with a red sky backdrop!

Nice, even interesting, but not stunning. You can go there, if you have time, as it is located 5 minutes from Plaza Espana and 10-15 from the Royal Palace that you would probably visit. Its park is nice as well with a beautiful view on the landscape and the Royal Palace.

The place is full of few Egyptian temples. When i visited this place, it was December and i needed to wait a long time to enter! The admission is FREE but the authority don't allow more than 6 persons at a time! So you need to wait and the opening time starts at 18:00.

Very nice park with amazing views over the city and the Egyptian temple. Great for a stroll during the day or sunset. Or even at night. Free of charge. Didnt go into the temple but it looks better from afar but the views in the park are incredible. Some cafes close by. Also connecting to another area that is worth exploring.

It was a beautiful to see the structure. You need tickets to go see inside the tomb. There was slight queue. But No one is not allowed to step foot into an enclaving there. The surrounding park is well shaded with trees. Perfect for an evening stroll, sitting or walk with your pet. I enjoyed listening not a talented trumpeter perform while sitting on one of the benches

Up on a hill, not hard conditions. Very great place to watch the sunset. The tempel itself closes at 7pm approximately, but you can still see the outside of it

Saving a historical structure from being submerged in the rising waters of the Aswan Dam is an excellent reason to have a small Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid. Given as a gift, this unassuming building is placed beautifully in a park that glorifies it.

Very cool site. The line is long though to get inside. Nice enough to see and take pics on the outside. Free to go in...but not worth it the line is so long.

Ethics aside of transplanting a temple from Egypt to Spain it still looks distinctly out of place in a Madrid park for all the city's masonic masonry! However it does offer an opportunity to visit an Egyptian temple by just strolling up from Grand Vía

MUST SEE WHEN IN MADRID! This spot is the best place to just hang out and chill while sitting on the grass, watching the sunset with your friends. You’ll find the most beautiful sunset here, and the nicest views of the Palace.

We went on a Sunday afternoon in November & it was very crowded. However, this was with the covid-19 restrictions, so they only allow in 10 people at a time, and they have 30 minutes. If there are 50 people waiting, that can take 2 hours and a half… The surrounding area has great views of Madrid & it’s a nice spot to see the sunset.

Very interesting visit, free of charge. Breathtaking views a block away.

This relatively small landmark is in the center of a beautiful park in Madrid. What makes the park so alive are the large numbers of locals who gather in groups to sit and socialize. I love the life, the peace, and tranquility of this place.

Considerable thought must have been given to the siting of these buildings. Fabulous place and very atmospheric, even in the bright sunlight. Would like to come back to see the sunset, must be completely amazing. Worth a visit.

Splendid hilltop setting for an ancient temple. Great city view. Free admittance. No bathroom.

Nice little park with beautiful Egyptian temples to check out. Good place to zone out for a bit.

I didn’t spend a lot of time here cause it was close by the time I went there. It normally surrounds by water but this time was empty probably because it was too warm. The park next to it can help you if you want to relax and maybe if you want to sleep on the grass which is the only place cool in the area. Try to visit it during night , pple says it nice because the switch the light on . I couldn’t go on night.

I lived in Madrid for 4 months in 2011 and never came here to see the beautiful Temple and view but wow. It was amazing and very peaceful. Sure it’s touristy, but it’s really lovely at sunset and I highly suggest going!

If you’re from NYC this will bring back the MET! Temple is near identical. Beautifully sighted and nice to see the Egyptian architecture in an exterior setting. The surrounding park and views are also nice with easy access to the palace and cathedral nearby. Nice location for sunset viewing.

The park itself is quite nice. A lot of statuses and monuments. The temple has very crowded and had nothing special

Neat Egyptian architecture and a beautiful spot to watch the sunset in Madrid!

Its free admission but the line is very long and they close the inside soon. Be there early to skip the crowd. Night lights are cool.

Already went to Aswan, Egypt so this was really interesting to see how a small temple move to the center of Madrid. But don’t bother to get in line, not much to see really! The surroundings are also nice walking around a bit to enjoy…

The story behind the temple is very interesting. The view is breathtaking. I would recommend it to visit it in the evening. There are a lot of people just chillin', meeting with friend, playing cards, ... very nice atmosphere

Started to wait in line at 1730. At 1800, they told us and everyone behind us couldn’t get in cause they close at 1900. Bummer we waited for a half hour and still couldn’t go inside. Would be cool if the water feature was still in place. Would not recommend going at this time.

From the outside it is an incredible monument for its beauty and history and because it is something that we are not expecting in the middle of Madrid, I advise you to visit the inside if you can.

Good monument, would be better with water which was not there as it was peak of summer. But a good view of the city from behind the monument

If you know why you are here then, you are set. The overview of the City is amazing, well worth it. Park is clean and refreshing on a hot Spaniard day. Tumb is small with one mummy inside. No bathrooms.

The temple is located around the Plaza of Espana. The view and scenery is really beautiful to look down the Royal Palace of Madrid and Santa Maria cathedral.

Inside temple can be only 10 people, so you have to wait a queue. I waited about 1 hour. Entrance is free. Inside you find 4 “empty” rooms and engraved paintings from historic. Atmosphere was exceptional.

We haven't entered the temple, because we went early, but it is worth visiting even for simply walking around and enjoying the magnificence of the building. Do not go within the outer walls 😀! The park in which the temple is re-built has nice view over parts of Madrid, including a partial view of the Royal Palace.

Egypt in Spain. It's an ancient temple from Egypt that was dismantled and reassembled in Spain so it feels very authentic. You feel almost transported to Egypt and is located in a lovely park that has great views overlooking Madrid. It appears you can actually go in the temple but I went after opening hours so I didn't actually do that. Try to come around sunset when the sun rays really light up the temple in a nice color.

The story behind the moving of this temple stone by stone from Egypt due to Nile flooding (building a dam) to save it is wonderful! Cool place to visit. Show's Spain's commitment to preserving the past regardless of where that is! You'll get a great workout climbing the hill too!