Top Madrid Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Exploring Madrid with a local guide is the best way to get to know the city’s character. Stay away from the tourist attractions—it’s easy enough to visit those on your own—and instead visit hip neighborhoods, local-favorite tapas bars, and artisan shopping districts that are still under the radar. This private tour is with just you and your guide so you can customize every aspect of your experience.

Skip standard group tours and enjoy a private, customizable day trip to Ávila and Segovia tailored to your interests. Travel with just your group for a more flexible and personal experience as you explore the medieval walls of Ávila and the Roman aqueduct of Segovia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for a seamless start and end to your day.

Taste your way through Madrid with a small-group tapas and wine tour. Meet your local guide for a city stroll that includes stops at family-owned establishments in Chamberí. Eat and drink traditional fare while learning about each dish and Spanish tapas culture. See where locals like to eat in the Spanish capital during this full meal tapas crawl with drinks included.

Watch an authentic Flamenco show in Madrid at a tablao where the artists dictate their own performances each night. The intimate setting guarantees excellent sight lines for all guests, where the dancers improvise and change their routines nightly. One drink is included and there is an option to add on tapas, with small dishes from various regions of Spain.

Delve into Spanish art on a guided tour of the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid. With a group of no more than 30 and a guide whose specialism is art-history, explore the museum’s vaulted hallways to discover works by Picasso, Dalí and more. Learn the history behind influential works such as ‘El Guernica,’ and learn about the modern period of artwork and the differing artistic styles.

See two of Spain’s best small towns in one easy trip from Madrid to Toledo and Segovia without having to rent a car, navigate, or deal with language barriers. Instead, hop on the bus to visit both of these UNESCO World Heritage sites in just one day to maximize your time. The trip includes walking tours in both cities and easy, roundtrip transport by bus.

Get to know all of Madrid in one day through this VIP and private tour of all the most relevant monuments of the city. Totally exclusive. Discover with the best Official Guides of the city of Madrid, the treasures and secrets that the largest Royal Palace in Western Europe houses in a totally VIP, private and exclusive visit. With preferential tickets, without waiting in lines. You will be picked up by private transport from your hotel by your guide who will take you by private car to the main monuments of 18th century Madrid and the Passage of Light, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Afterwards, you will take a walk with your guide to the monuments, corners, treasures and secrets of ancient Madrid and will receive practical information for your stay in the city of Madrid. After taking this tour you will have completed a fascinating and enriching experience in the city of Madrid in one day and you will have seen all the most emblematic places.

Cover two of Madrid’s top art institutions on one easy, small-group guided tour. The Prado Museum is one of Madrid’s top cultural attractions and draws big crowds—arrive early, before they get there, to admire highlights such as works by El Greco, Bosch, and Velazquez. Then, visit the Reina Sofia Museum, home to masterpieces by Picasso, Dali, and other 20th-century Spanish artists. Learn more than you would visiting alone.

If you’re a soccer fan, no trip to Madrid would be complete without visiting Riyadh Air Metropolitano, the home stadium of Atletico de Madrid. Gain access to the stadium with this admission ticket, plus see the locker room, walk to the pitch through the tunnel, step into the presidential box, and more. Then, visit the museum to shed light on the history of the prestigious soccer team and enjoy interactive activities such as a VR experience.

The magnificent Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the King of Spain’s official residences and one of the city’s most popular attractions. On this skip-the-line experience, avoid the ticket purchase lines, which can be lengthy, and gain extra insight into the Spanish royal family on a guided tour. Upgrade to add a tapas tasting, which you enjoy independently, or a tour of the Royal Collections Gallery with your guide.

Visit three wineries and taste more than 10 wines without straying far from Madrid on this tour of the Vinos de Madrid wine region. Accompanied by a specialist guide, explore the vineyards and learn about complex production processes in atmospheric wine cellars. Sample signature wines produced in the area and gain insights into the culinary heritage of Spain’s capital city on this epicurean tour.

Art lovers will enjoy a private three-hour tour of one of Madrid’s finest galleries, the Prado Museum. Your guide will show you some of the most famous works in the collection as well as lesser-known pieces that give an insight into Spanish culture, art, and history. This is a private tour so you can customize it to suit your needs and interests.

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.

Madrid is one of Spain’s great gastronomic cities and this private tasting tour is the ideal introduction to the city’s foodie scene. Explore the street food, hip bars, and traditional restaurants of Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood. You’ll enjoy your choice of six or 10 delicious food tastings including Spanish specialties like ‘patatas bravas’ and ‘tortilla’ (omelet)

See two UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day on this visit to the cities of Toledo and Segovia. Admire Segovia’s narrow streets and preserved Roman aqueduct. Uncover ancient mysteries during a guided tour of its historic Alcazar fortress. In Toledo—the city of three cultures—discover magical architecture and the city’s Muslim, Jewish, and Christian history. Upgrade to include a guided tour of Toledo’s Catedral Primada cathedral.

Treat all of your senses to a dose of Spanish culture with a flamenco and dinner package in Madrid. Booking in advance guarantees you a seat in the legendary Torres Bermejas, a tablao (flamenco venue) where some of the greatest names in flamenco have performed. Plus, your experience is completed by a tapas selection inspired by classic Spanish cuisine.

For a distinctly Spanish cultural experience in Madrid, don't miss this flamenco performance featuring some of the top dancers in the city. After sitting down for your show, you can experience the stomping, strumming, and energetic movement that is characteristic of this dance form. This performance offers a great value for travelers curious about a famous Spanish art form.

Skip the lines at Madrid’s Museo del Prado with fast-track access, and discover a world-renowned collection brimming with masterpieces by European artists including Velázquez, Goya, and Raphael. Explore both the temporary and permanent collections with a professional guide, and gain insight unique into works reaching as far back as the 12th-century.

Experience both highlights and hidden gems of the Spanish capital on this private tour. You’ll take in memorable landmarks such as Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace of Madrid, but you’ll also see secret spots and stop for a drink or a snack. As this is a private tour, you can ask your local host as many questions as you wish and enjoy a more flexible pace than group tours.

Visit Toledo from Madrid, without the pressure of figuring out how to get there, on this group tour. Sit back and relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as you're driven directly to the historic hilltop city. Enjoy an itinerary based on the type of tour you choose, with potential visits to the Cathedral of Toledo, the Church of St. Tome, and the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes.

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.

Maximize time at the Prado Museum in Madrid with a private tour. Meet your guide for a stroll through the museum and learn about art history and heritage along the way. See masterpieces by artists such as Velazquez, Goya, Tiziano, and Rubens. Hear stories about the paintings, sculptures, and drawings you encounter during the tour. The itinerary can be customized if you have an area of interest within the museum.

Experience the medieval city that looms high over two river gorges on this full-day, guided tour to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cuenca. Walk among the narrow, stacked houses that seem to hang on the cliff’s edge in this city surrounded by stunning nature. Enjoy stops at the Enchanted City, where strange geological formations stand in the natural landscape, and Ventano del Diablo canyon. Optional admission to Cuenca Cathedral is included depending on your choice.

Travel from Madrid to Spain’s medieval Avila and Salamanca, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Head to Salamanca to see its famous university, Salamanca Cathedral, and Plaza Mayor, then discover the Avila Cathedral, the Basilica of St. Vincent (Basilica de San Vicente), and more in Avila. Upgrade for a private tour, which includes round-trip hotel transfers but excludes entrance fees.