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Sunday, January 11, 2026
C. de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, Spain
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Photo Guide: Best Angles, Golden Hours, and Detail Shots

Where to shoot, when to go, and how to frame the palace’s spaces for striking images.

12/21/2025
11 min read
Royal Palace at sunset with warm light

Golden hour warms stone and deepens shadows. Indoors, mirrors extend sightlines and marble offers texture without noise.


Contents

  • Best Angles
  • Light and Color
  • Suggested Settings

Best Angles

  • Façade from the Plaza de la Armería for scale.
  • Main Staircase balustrades for rhythmic curves.
  • Throne Room details where permitted.

Light and Color

  • Gilded rooms favor tungsten or warm presets.
  • Overcast days are ideal for interior detail shots.

Suggested Settings

  • Keep ISO low; raise shutter indoors.
  • Use exposure compensation to protect highlights on gilding.

About the Author

Photography Coach

Photography Coach

I created this guide to make your Royal Palace visit simple, insightful, and stress‑free.

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Golden Hour
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