Online Scams in Madrid, Spain
Fraudulent booking sites, phishing, fake reviews, and digital cons targeting travelers. Below are the online scams scams reported in Madrid — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Mykonos, Barcelona, and Krakow.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Online Scams Scams
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Total in Madrid
How it works
Fraudulent websites closely mirroring the Prado Museum, Royal Palace, or popular flamenco venues sell tickets that either never arrive or are invalid QR codes. These sites rank in search results for terms like "Prado Museum skip-the-line tickets" and look nearly identical to official booking pages, complete with SSL certificates and professional design. Victims typically discover the fraud at the venue entrance and lose €20–80 per ticket. The Madrid National Police documented a 12% rise in this type of pre-travel booking fraud in 2024.
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12 total warnings across all categories