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Figuring out train schedules and getting to Toledo from Madrid can be a hassle. Eliminate the guesswork and book this half-day sightseeing tour to explore the "city of three cultures." Upon arrival, take a panoramic bus tour for stunning views of the city, followed by ample free time to explore its highlights, including the cathedral, the Jewish Quarter, and the Alcazar.

Skip the crowded group tours and get more out of your time in Toledo with a private guide. Choose your preferred length of walking tour and visit the Toledo sights that interest you most. Follow a route chosen by your guide to see a mix of highlights and hidden gems or customize the route as you wish. Admission tickets to monuments are not included.

Flamenco is synonymous with Spanish culture but, for visitors, it can be hard to cut through the tourist traps to find an authentic performance. This show at the Centro Cultural Flamenco, Madrid offers an intimate and unforgettable experience of traditional flamenco.

Explore the heart of Madrid—hearing stories, facts, and insights from a local professional guide—on this comprehensive walking tour. Discover this fascinating city, its history, and its culture, as you visit highlights and landmarks including Plaza de la Villa, Arab Wall, the Royal Palace, as well as less touristed spots like La Real Botanica de la Reina Madre and Arco de Cuchilleros.

​​With limited time to explore Madrid, it can be tough to see all the top sights. This bicycle or e-bike tour is perfect for travelers hoping to see more in less time, letting you visit several of Madrid's most notable sights in under half a day. Just grab your helmet, hop on your bike, and let your guide lead you. Upgrade to add a tapas sampler and a drink.

See Toledo more intimately with a private guide on a day trip that’s tailored to you. You’ll have the choice of several options when you book to suit the duration and schedule that works best. Opt for a mix of free time and guided exploration, and discover why UNESCO-listed Toledo has been dubbed the “City of Three Cultures” with commentary about its cathedral, mosques, and synagogues. Plus, you'll sail past long lines with skip-the-line admission to the Catedral Primada de España.

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.

Travelers that want to avoid the typical, cookie cutter Madrid bus tour shouldn't miss this alternative sightseeing experience, where you get to bike around the historic city. Follow your guide on a ride through open plazas and down cobblestoned streets, with the wind in your hair as you go. Don't miss highlights like the Royal Palace of Madrid and Almudena Cathedral, and discover the Lavapies district, which is loved by locals for its weekly flea market.

Explore Madrid’s famous Las Ventas bullfighting ring—and go at your own pace with an audio guide. Visit the Big Door, layaways, alley, gang gate, and the bullfighting museum on your own, while you listen to the storied history of this iconic site, and about the culture of bullfighting, with guaranteed admission to the entire complex. You can also play the virtual bullfighting game, for a lifelike experience.

The Prado Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Madrid and without this handy skip-the-line guided tour you could be waiting a long time to get in. Simplify your visit to one of Europe’s top art galleries and learn more about Spanish art and culture than you could touring alone. This small-group tour can be customized to suit your interests.

Discover the history of Madrid—hearing stories, facts, and insights from a local professional guide—on this walking tour. Gain a new understanding of this important city and its history as you see highlights and landmarks including Plaza Mayor, the world’s oldest restaurant Sobrino de Botin, Plaza de la Villa, and Teatro Real, all in a few hours.

Discover the grandiose Royal Palace of Madrid with special early access and a guided tour. For a glimpse of the palace at its most spectacular, arrive before the doors open to the public, then learn the secrets of the enormous palace, whose 2,800 rooms overflow with masterpiece artwork, period décor, and architectural detail. This Royal Palace tour includes skip-the-line early admission tickets to the Royal Palace.

Soccer enthusiasts won’t want to miss a guided tour of Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home stadium of Real Madrid. Whether you support the local team or another, this one-hour tour is a great way to get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most important teams in the world. Visit one of the towers for a sweeping view of the stadium, check out the impressive trophy room, and more.

Avila and Segovia are two of Spain’s oldest cities, dating back to the 11th century and 700 BC respectively. Explore them both in depth on a full-day guided tour from Madrid in which you will learn about the various religious and cultural influences on each. Marvel at impressive Roman, Medieval, Moorish and gothic architecture and the regal interiors of Catholic cathedrals and ornate castles.

Uncover the secrets of Spanish cuisine with a traditional cooking class in Madrid. Get hands-on guidance in a small-group setting as you create classic dishes such as tapas and paella. Master new skills under the guidance of an expert chef, then sit down to feast on your homemade creations, accompanied by a glass of sangria. Receive a recipe booklet so you can recreate your dishes at home.

Immerse yourself in two UNESCO World Heritage–listed cities without worrying about train schedules or parking on this convenient day trip from Madrid. With your guide, savor ancient landmarks and fascinating cultural experiences—including a visit to a Toledo metalworker’s studio. Upgrade to bring your UNESCO-listed cities tally to three with a tour of Avila, famed for its medieval city walls.

This tour from Madrid makes it easy to explore Toledo’s major highlights. Depart in the morning via VIP coach, discover the city wall, and stop at a viewpoint for photos. Next, follow your guide through the city’s old town, visiting the Church of Santo Tomé (home to a famed El Greco painting), the Santa María la Blanca Synagogue, and the cathedral, considered a masterpiece of the Spanish Gothic style.

Pedal around Madrid on an e-bike and see more than is possible on foot. This guided tour takes you around the city, to its most-important landmarks, as well as places that big tour buses cannot reach. As you cycle around Madrid, you'll learn all about the city's fascinating culture and history.

See a new side of Madrid, and learn about the Spanish Inquisition and other gruesome happenings, on this evening tour. Meet your costumed guide in central Madrid, and set off to discover key landmarks—from the Plaza Mayor to the Royal Palace—illuminated at night. As you go, your guide will share ghost stories, events from the Spanish Inquisition, tales of torture and frights, and other macabre legends.

Make the most of your visit to one of the world's most-renowned art museums by booking this private tour of El Prado. See Bosch's "Garden of Earthly Delights" and other masterpieces and enjoy a deeper understanding of both the works and the artists thanks to your guide's expert insight. Includes skip-the-line entry.

Experience authentic flamenco during a show in one of Spain’s most esteemed tablao (flamenco venues) in Madrid. Select a show time that's convenient for you, then venture to the beating heart of Madrid’s Old Town to experience an evening of music and dance. Upgrade your experience and include a 3-, 4-, or 5-course feast of Spanish specialties. Then take in a passionate performance from some of Spain’s top dancers.

Leave cosmopolitan Madrid behind to discover Segovia, a historic city in Castilla y León with a 3,000-year history. Visit landmarks including Casa de los Picos, the Cathedral, Royal Alcazar, and the Roman Aqueduct, one of the world’s finest examples of Roman engineering. Choose options for guided or self-guided Cathedral visits and enjoy included private transport with hotel pickup for convenience.

Sit on the edge of your seat at Torres Bermejas, a ‘tablao’ (flamenco venue) established in Madrid in 1960. At this unique locale that mimics the Arabic motifs, tiles and wood-carved ceilings of the Alhambra in Granada, you’ll watch an unforgettable flamenco show, accompanied by a glass of red or white wine. Upgrade your 80-minute experience to include dinner with your choice of a seasonal, fandango or guajira menu featuring traditional Spanish cuisine.

Get unparalleled access to the world of flamenco with these pre-booked admission tickets, and enjoy an intimate evening dance performance. Skip the distraction of meal service and focus on the dancing. Unlike other venues, this dance space features only three rows of seating, so you’re sure to get close-up views of the emotion-charged stage. Entry tickets include one complimentary drink.