Puerta del Sol Tours and Tickets

Q: What’s the best way to experience Puerta del Sol?

There are plenty of ways to experience Puerta del Sol. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Madrid/Essential-Madrid-Tour-Historic-Center-Plaza-Mayor-Royal-Palace/d566-337960P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Madrid/Madrid-Tapas-Night-Walking-Tour/d566-2294ADVTAPAS" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Madrid Tapas Night Walking Tour</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Madrid/3-Hour-Best-of-Madrid-Bike-Tour/d566-14847P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Madrid Highlights Bike Tour</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Madrid/Madrid-Puerta-del-Sol-Walking-Tour-to-Retiro-Park/d566-337960P2" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Madrid/Tapas-and-food-tour-of-Madrid/d566-7812P9" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Madrid Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours</a></li></ul>

Q: How much does it cost to visit Puerta del Sol in 2024?

Puerta del Sol is free to enter as it’s a public square in Madrid. However, many travelers join guided tours to explore this bustling area: prices start at around €14 for shared walking tours, €28 for shared bike tours, and from €108 for private guided tours.

Q: What are the main attractions and landmarks around Puerta del Sol?

The main attractions and landmarks around Puerta del Sol include the Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, which is Madrid’s emblem, the Equestrian statue of Charles III, and Casa de Correos, a famous clock. Another notable attraction is Kilometer Zero, the official starting point for the six national roads of Spain.

Q: Is there a best time of day to visit Puerta del Sol to avoid crowds?

Being a central square and popular meeting spot, it always tends to be buzzing around Puerta del Sol. However, to avoid the masses, it’s best to come either in the early morning or the early evening. Afternoons and weekend evenings are typically busiest.

Q: Is Puerta del Sol accessible?

Yes, Puerta del Sol is wide and flat, making it accessible for wheelchair users. The area is easy to navigate with ramps and smooth pathways. Nearby, the Sol metro station has elevated access, too.

Q: What are some nearby restaurants to visit around Puerta del Sol?

Some restaurants to visit around Puerta del Sol include Parrilla Argentina, a barbecue restaurant that does great steak, and Restaurante-Taberna Parrilla Asador Vasco En Busca del Tiempo, which specializes in seafood plates and Spanish meat dishes. Another option for tapas is Casa Labra, while La Arepera offers Venezuelan cuisine.

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Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace

✨ A unique tour of Madrid ✨ No other tour brings together as many landmarks of the city as this. With expert local guides, you will discover not only the great monuments, but also the secret corners, walls and details that go unnoticed. After more than 10 years of improvement, we have created a special itinerary that combines streets, alleys and recesses full of history, accompanied by a large illustrated map of Madrid so you don’t lose detail. The best thing: we will show you those hidden secrets that only the real Madridns know. Important: this payment secures your place. The contribution to the guide is made at the end of the tour, according to your degree of satisfaction.

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Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover the Retreat and Madrid of Bourbons Fall in love with Parque del Retiro, the great green lung of Madrid, and be impressed by the monumental elegance of Madrid Bourbon. Whether it’s a picnic under the trees or a magical sunset at the Retreat, you’ll experience unforgettable moments. But beware: without a guide, you will only take a thousand pictures. With us, you will discover the hidden secrets and curiosities that hide this part of the city. An experience where fun and learning go hand in hand. Important: this payment secures your place. The contribution to the guide is made at the end of the tour, according to your satisfaction.

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Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

2 hours 25 minutesFree Cancellation

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Madrid Essential is the most complete tour of the historic center of Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Market, Arab Wall, Almudena Cathedral and Royal Palace. In 2 hours and a half, our expert local guides reveal you medieval secrets, hidden histories and corners that never appear in travel guides. We are the No1 company on TripAdvisor Madrid among more than 1,200 tourism companies. We have been with the Award for 8 consecutive years TripAdvisor Best of the Best — only 1% experiences in the world receives it. More than 20,000 reviews on TripAdvisor, Google, GuruWalk and Free Tour. More than 10 years touring Madrid with travelers from all over the world. Small groups, maximum 25 people per guide. Includes material printed and illustrated map exclusive to Trip Tours Madrid. Al booking you receive our personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp. At the end of the tour, your guide recommends where eating, drinking and what not to miss.

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Madrid Essential : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tour Gran Via, Cibeles, Paseo del Prado, the Fountain of Neptune and the Retiro Park in 21⁄2 hours. The tour of monumental and Bourbon Madrid: the grand boulevards, the mythical fountains, the walk of the most important museums in Europe and the green lung World Heritage Site. Not only will you see Madrid — you will understand why this city is different from all the others. We are TripAdvisor Madrid’s No. 1 company among more than 1,200 tourism companies, with the Best of the Best Award for 8 consecutive years — only 1% of experiences worldwide receive it. More than 20,000 reviews support more than 10 years touring Madrid with travelers from all over the world. Small groups, maximum 25 people per guide. When booking you receive our guide to Madrid by WhatsApp. At the end, your guide recommends where to eat and what not to miss. We are waiting for you at Puerta del Sol with our COMPLETELY YELLOW UMBRELLA.

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Madrid : Gran Via, Cibeles, Paseo del Prado and Retiro

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Join our fascinating tour where you will learn and get to know Madrid in the most fun way and be seduced by the stories that keep every corner of this beautiful city. Nothing better than to tour the city with your expert guide to get to know these places where you can taste typical dishes, historical places and monuments, etc. Note: this is a free tour. The payment you make now corresponds to the rate of this platform. Guide payment is not included

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Madrid Historical Walking Tour

2 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $3

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Embark on a captivating journey through Madrid’s iconic landmarks and hidden gems with our interactive self-guided tour app. From the majestic Palacio Real and the vibrant Puerta del Sol to the charming streets of Malasaña, this tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Spain's capital. Perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, and curious travelers alike, our app provides in-depth audio guides, fascinating historical insights, and interactive maps that bring Madrid's rich past to life. Enjoy the flexibility to pause for tapas breaks in lively plazas or linger in world-class museums at your own pace. With offline access and real-time navigation, you'll confidently uncover Madrid's architectural marvels, artistic masterpieces, and local traditions, gaining a deeper appreciation for this magnificent city’s cultural heritage.

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Self Guided Walking City Tour in Madrid

Visit the places, buildings and monuments of Madrid "Moderna" or Madrid de los Borbones, such as: Banco de España, Fuente de Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá, Gran Vía and culmiam this spectacular tour inside El Retiro Park. Join us for 2 fascinating hours, through the modern part of Madrid, visiting the most emblematic monuments and hidden places. At the end of the tour you will know stories and secrets of the city that many locals do not know. We also provide you with a list of places selected and recommended by us so that your adventure in our city does not end here. Are you ready to live this experience? Note: Tips for the guide NOT included. The payment you make now corresponds to the management of the reservation.

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Walking Tour of Madrid Modern

2 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

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Admire the spectacular sights of Spain’s vibrant capital on a bicycle tour of Madrid. With a knowledgeable guide, cycle at a leisurely pace to important monuments like Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace of Madrid. Stop intermittently to listen to illuminating commentary from your expert guide, and to capture photographs of Madrid’s historical and architectural highlights. All safety equipment is included on this tour.

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Madrid Highlights Bike Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Madrid in a Day Tour:Royal Palace, Historic Center & Prado Museum

Explore the best of Madrid with this expertly guided walking tour featuring skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace, one of Europe’s most breathtaking royal residences, and to the Prado Art Musuem - the cultural jewel of Spain. If you wish, choose the Prado Early Access option when booking for a VIP experience in the Prado Museum where you'll enjoy a guided tour of the galleries one hour before they open to the public. As you make your way through the stunning galleries of the Prado Museum, through the charming historic center, and wrap up at the grandiose Royal Palace, you'll be accompanied by an insightful local guide who will decode the city's lesser-known stories and hidden secrets every step of the way. And with a small group of just 16 guests maximum, you'll enjoy a more relaxed and intimate experience with easy access to your guide so you can ask them all your burning questions.

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Madrid in a Day Tour:Royal Palace, Historic Center & Prado Museum

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $92

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Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $60

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Prado Museum & Royal Palace: Madrid Private Tour in English

Combine two top Madrid landmarks into one sightseeing tour with this half-day experience. Meet your guide for a tour of the Prado Museum with a focus on works by Velazquez, Goya, and Rubens. Continue the tour with a walk to the Royal Palace of Madrid, passing popular landmarks like Puerta del Sol along the way. Complete the experience with a guided tour of the Royal Palace to learn about its décor and architecture. Preferential access throughout is included.

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Prado Museum & Royal Palace: Madrid Private Tour in English

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $236

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Madrid 2.5 Hour Historical Tour by Bike or E Bike

Explore Madrid’s most famous landmarks on a guided bike or e-bike tour. Ride through historic squares, elegant boulevards, and beautiful parks while learning about the city’s royal heritage, culture, and daily life from a local guide. Cycle past Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Retiro Park, and other highlights that define Madrid’s unique character. Enjoy regular stops for photos and stories as you discover the contrast between Madrid’s historic center and its grand modern avenues. Ideal for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike, this tour offers a relaxed and enjoyable way to experience Madrid’s most important sights in just 2.5 hours.

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Madrid 2.5 Hour Historical Tour by Bike or E Bike

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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On our “Enchanted Madrid” route we take a tour of the places that have left their mark on the capital from different points of view. On this tour we will delve into those legends that have survived over time and have survived to this day, we will discover the most unknown mysteries of the unique buildings in Madrid and we will be able to find out in which houses the most terrifying paranormal events have occurred. A tour of legends, history and mysteries will make you see the city with different eyes. We begin the route from the Plaza de Oriente and from there we enter the Madrid de los Austrias area. We will discover ancient corners, visit Plaza Mayor and the famous Puerta del Sol. Many years of stories and secrets that the Naturanda guide will make you enjoy in a pleasant and surprising way.

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Night Tour of Enchanted Madrid

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(28)

from $17

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Royal Palace & Prado Museum Skip the Line Guided Tour

Explore two of Madrid’s top sights in just half a day on this immersive, informative tour. In the morning, meet your guide outside the Monument to Felipe IV, enter with skip-the-line tickets, and discover masterpieces from artists like Goya, Rubens, and Velázquez. Next, spot landmarks like the Casa de Cervantes en route to the Royal Palace of Madrid, a regal marvel that’s still home to the Spanish royal family today.

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Royal Palace & Prado Museum Skip the Line Guided Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

In Spain, culture and cuisine are inextricable, but knowing where to find the hot spots is tough if you're a first timer. Experience Madrid’s historical and culinary highlights on a group walking tour of its most storied tapas bars—plus some top sights and hidden gems as well. Learn things about tapas culture you can only get from locals, and sample specialities washed down with Spanish wine, vermouth, and more.

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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Roots and Resistance: A Black History Tour of Madrid

Step into the untold history of Madrid and discover the deep, enduring legacy of Black communities in Spain. "Roots & Resistance" is an eye-opening journey through the hidden narratives of African heritage, resilience, and cultural contributions that have shaped the city for centuries. From the powerful presence of the Moors, whose rule for over 700 years left an indelible mark on Spain’s architecture, language, and knowledge systems, to the often-overlooked stories of enslaved Africans who lived, labored, and resisted in Madrid—this tour sheds light on a past that history books often omit. We will explore the city's colonial connections, tracing how Spain’s empire thrived on the exploitation of African labor in the Americas and how the wealth generated from slavery influenced Madrid’s rise as a global power.

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Roots and Resistance: A Black History Tour of Madrid

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Madrid Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide

With this tour you will be able to discover the most emblematic points of Madrid at your own pace. Designed by Jesus, Official City Guide, this tour includes the most important monuments of Madrid’s Historic Town, as well as many curiosities from its present and past. With audio narrated by himself and images, you’ll live as complete an experience as if accompanied in person, but with the freedom to have all the information and a GPS guided map on your mobile. There are no schedules or groups: once booked, you will have 14 days to complete it as many times as you want and when you decide. You will have access to the tour from 00:00 on the day you select. Includes food and leisure recommendations selected by Jesus so you can enjoy Madrid as a local. Instructions to activate the tour will arrive after purchase both by message and at the entrance of Viator.

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Madrid Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Madrid Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral Guided Tour

The Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the Spanish capital’s most impressive landmarks, but it's much easier to appreciate when you have a guide showing you around. With this shared tour, save time by not waiting in line, and avoid the frustration of discovering that tickets are sold out for your preferred slot. Then, enjoy a two-in-one experience when you visit the neighboring Almudena Cathedral with your guide.

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Madrid Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral Guided Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.9

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from $63

WELCOME TO THE MOST ORIGINAL PUBCRAWL IN MADRID. The best way to meet new people and have fun enjoying the Madrid night is through our famous bar hopping. Just bring your good humor and join our international group in the heart of Madrid. We will visit 3-4 of the best bars in the center + a disco with entrance included, free shots in each bar, gifts, crazy games and surprises during the night, extra shots, drink discounts and much more... ☞MEETING POINT: Next to the entrance of the Vodafone Store of Puerta del Sol Square at 10:30 pm. ♪ Just look for our MADLIFE sign there ♪ If you're late, let us know and we'll tell you where to meet! Come and enjoy the Madrid night with us.

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PUBCRAWL Bar and Party Route in Madrid

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Madrid: 3 hour Guided Highlights Bike Tour with Optional Tapas

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid

Go sightseeing in Madrid on a Segway, the personal transportation device that provides a fun ride. Choose from a range of tour durations, all led by a knowledgeable private guide who provides full instruction on Segway operations; no prior experience is needed. The shortest tour takes in highlights including the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace of Madrid; others add in sights like the Temple of Debod and Retiro Park.

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Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Madrid Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Tour with a Guide

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $122

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Madrid Street Food Guided Tour: San Miguel Market & City Center

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Tour with Tuk Tuk Zero : Historic Heart. 1hrs. 15min.

This route offers an essential immersion in the heart of Madrid, connecting the history of monarchical and political power with the vibrant and popular soul of the city. It is ideal for those who want to walk through history and feel the pulse of Madrid life: the solemnity of the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, the cultural effervescence of the Paseo del Arte, the bustle of Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and the castizo flavor of the Barrio de La Latina. The tour is a journey from the Congress of Deputies to the gastronomic soul of the San Miguel Market, weaving a path through the icons that define the living history of the capital.

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Private Tour with Tuk Tuk Zero : Historic Heart. 1hrs. 15min.

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

Andie_C, Jun 2026

We went on this tour to...

We went on this tour to get our bearings on our first day in Madrid. It was really informative and Idán imparted knowledge with humour. Would definitely recommend!

Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

John_M, Jun 2026

A good way to see some...

A good way to see some interesting and important sites. Start early in the summer to beat the heat. Important historical information that describes how spain became a nation today and some of its struggles.

Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

John_M, Jun 2026

Madrid walking tour was great

Edu provided great info on local sights and history. So glad he was our guide. What we wanted was an overview of local sights but we got so much more of an understanding of Madrid and Spain overall. ¡Muchas gracias por el recorrido!

Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

Ashley_L, May 2026

Would go again!!

The tour was wonderful! Lots of interesting information and our guide was able to answer all of our questions!

Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

deborah_c, Apr 2026

Fantastic tour!

This was a fantastic tour! We were lucky to have only three of us in our tour as it was the same day as the Madrid Marathon. Laszlo did a super job with our tour and clearly loves what he does. He kept it fun and entertaining as he explained the history and all the sites seen. We would definitely recommend this tour and would do another tour with Laszo.

Puerta del Sol

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Know before you go

History enthusiasts appreciate Puerta del Sol, location of the 1766 Esquilache Mutiny and the 19th-century coronation of King Ferdinand VII.
Don’t miss the statue El Oso y el Madroño, the official symbol of Madrid.
The square is the perfect departure point for a sightseeing tour, Spanish dinner, or flamenco show.

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