Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint
A 1990s communications-tower observation deck giving a 360° panorama from northwest Madrid.
The call
Worth it if you are traveling as a couple and you are traveling solo.
Why
- 01
A cheap, uncrowded high view: a glass-walled deck 92m up with a full sweep over the university, Casa de Campo and the skyline, far from the tourist scrum.
Our read - 02
The catch is it's out by the university district away from other sights, hours are limited, and the surrounding area is unremarkable.
Our read
Is it a fit?
Go if
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint works.
You are traveling solo
Solo, Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint works.
You care about the visual experience
For beauty & photography, Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint delivers.
Think twice if
You are watching the budget
On a budget, weigh it — Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint isn't cheap for what it is.
You only have one day
Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint is a real time commitment — fit it in only if it's a priority.
You are traveling with kids
With kids, it depends on the day.
You want the trip to feel easy
For relaxation, Faro de Moncloa Viewpoint is hit or miss.
Plan it well
- Cost
- ~€4
- Timing
- Clear afternoons; check the limited opening hours first.
- Allow
- 30–45 minutes
- Accessibility
- Lift to the observation deck, largely accessible.
- Getting there
- Metro Moncloa.