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Temple of Debod

Temple of Debod
Photo: Matt Joseph, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Temple of Debod is a 2,200-year-old structure originally from Egypt near Aswan. It was dismantled and gifted to Spain in 1968 to save it from flooding by the Aswan High Dam. Walk through the stone chambers and note the hieroglyphs on the interior walls.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Madrid: One Week

Visiting Temple of Debod: what to know

Tickets
Free entry.
Time needed
30 minutes.
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Metro to Plaza de España station, then a 10-minute walk west.

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Day 2 of Madrid: One Week

The Prado and the Retiro

How Temple of Debod fits into a day.
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  2. 14:30Retiro ParkRetiro
  3. 16:00Palacio de CristalRetiro
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Temple of Debod FAQs

Is the Temple of Debod free?

Yes, entry to the temple is free for all visitors.

What are the opening hours of the Temple of Debod?

Hours vary by season. Check the official city website before visiting.

Can you go inside the Temple of Debod?

Yes, visitors can enter the main chambers during opening hours.

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