Templo de Debod

Madrid, Spain

The Templo de Debod is an ancient Egyptian sanctuary from the second century B.C. that was dismantled and rebuilt in Madrid’s Cuartel de la Montaña Park, offering a rare glimpse of Pharaonic architecture amid a modern European cityscape.

Why choose Templo de Debod

You’ll feel the weight of centuries as you walk among stone columns that once stood along the Nile, a perspective you can’t get from typical Spanish landmarks. The setting lets you combine history with panoramic city views in a single stop.

Visit tips

• Visit at sunset for the best light on the temple and the city skyline.
• Allow about 45 minutes to explore the site and its surrounding park.

Plan your visit

• Entry: Free to visit
• Rated 4.2 by 13745 reviewers
• Tags: ancient ruins, city views, sunset, free entry

More things to do in Madrid

• Museo Nacional del Prado
• Parque del Oeste
• Palacio de Cristal
• Las Ventas Bullring
• Royal Palace of Madrid
• Círculo de Bellas Artes

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