Top Madrid Tours by Duration

Combine sightseeing and cultural immersion with this private Madrid tour. You'll enjoy a walking tour that takes you to a few of Madrid's most-important landmarks, including the Puerto del Sol and Plaza de Canovas del Castilla. You'll also enjoy skip-the-line admission to both the Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid) and the Prado Museum (Museo del Prado).

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.

Discover two of the oldest cities in Spain, without the hassle of figuring out logistics and the crowds of big bus tours, with small-group day trip from Madrid to Salamanca and Avila, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore highlights including Salamanca Cathedral, the University of Salamanca, Convent of Saint Teresa de Avila, and more, with a guide to provide informative commentary.

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.

With so much to explore in Madrid, a bicycle offers the perfect way to cover plenty ground while stopping easily for a closer look at major sights and hidden curiosities. On this private bike tour, cruise through the Spanish capital with a guide who knows the best routes to take for maximized sightseeing. Learn about Madrid’s history and culture along the way, and take advantage of a flexible itinerary for a customized ride.

Ancient Toledo is known for its Muslim, Jewish, and Christian landmarks, as well as its artistic history—and you’ll see the best of this UNESCO-listed "three cultures" city on this private day trip from Madrid. Upon arrival, go for a panoramic walking tour, tour Spain’s second-largest cathedral, stroll through the Jewish quarter, and stop for lunch in its old town (own expense). In the afternoon, visit a Damascene jewelry factory before returning to Madrid.

Get to Toledo and back in a single day from Madrid with this comprehensive bus tour. Relax on the journey there and back—no need to fuss with directions or a rental car—and see all the most important sights while you're there. Follow a tour guide for an overview of the city in English and Spanish, included a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Church of Santo Tome, where you'll see El Greco's masterpiece.

Discover the medieval majesty of Toledo on a full-day tour from Madrid. Travel through the scenic Spanish countryside to Toledo, an ancient city home to prominent landmarks like the Synagogue of Maria la Blanca and Cristo de la Luz Mosque. Enjoy a guided walk of the historic center, then relish the freedom of exploring independently before returning to Madrid. Includes option to add the Cathedral and skip-the-line monuments access.

Uncork the secrets of Spanish wine and tuck into traditional tapas on a walking tour of Madrid that helps you see the city through the eyes of a local. Explore the medieval quarter of La Latina on foot, allowing you to focus on the finer details. Along the way, visit three different taverns and sample a selection of fine Spanish wines, including rioja, ribera, and rias baixas, accompanied by a delicious array of tapas.

Sample the unique history and renowned wine producers of Ribera del Duero during this full-day trip from Madrid. Avoid the hassle of choosing a designated driver and let someone else plan the logistics as you stop by three wineries to taste several vintages. Get an in-depth look at wine production on a day that includes tastings, snacks, and a specialist guide. Please note: lunch is at your own expense.

Experience Madrid on two wheels on this guided electric bicycle tour. Gear up with an e-bike and a helmet.  In the company of your guide, set out into the city and hear stories about Madrid’s history. Ride past some of Madrid’s highlights, including Catedral de la Almudena, Palacio Real, Jardines de Sabatini, Puerta del Sol, and more.

Don't waste your time in Madrid in tourist trap bars. This pub crawl takes you to four of the best spots in town, including one of Madrid's hottest nightclubs, to ensure that you have a great night out. Party with like-minded people and enjoy free shots and discounted drinks at each place.

Visit Segovia, Avila, and Toledo in just one day with this tour from Madrid. Your local guide will take you to Segovia's Plaza Mayor, Alcazar, and Cathedral, while Avila will having you visiting a Roman necropolis. In Toledo, you'll visit the second-largest cathedral in Spain while you learn about the city's unusual blend of Christian, Jewish, and Islamic influences.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Get an introduction to the Ribera del Duero wine region with a small-group, full-day tour from Madrid complete with lunch. Visit four wineries, one modern, one classic and 2 wine bars, to learn about artisan winemaking and traditional gastronomy. Taste many different styles of wines and meet the winemakers behind their production. Relax over lunch at the winery and enjoy pairings with traditional Spanish fare.

Combine a meal at Botin, recognized by the Guinness World Records as the world’s oldest restaurant, with either a visit to the Prado Museum or a tapas and history tour with this package. Join a small group and enter the Prado Museum on a skip-the-line ticket and discover masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and more with a guide. Or take a walking tour through Madrid's historic center with stops at tapas bars. Both tours end with a delectable meal at Botin.

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.

Experience the unique flavor and culture of the Spanish capital on a history and tapas small-group walking tour in Madrid. Avoid the hassle of navigating the old city center as your guide leads the way and illuminates the many-layered history of sights such as the Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. Stop at several authentic tapas bars, to feast like a local on an array of traditional appetizer-sized dishes paired with Spanish wine, sangria, and typical liquors—a guaranteed way to avoid the tourist traps.

Venture beyond Madrid city limits—and explore some of central Spain’s most dramatic scenery—on this immersive day trip. Meet in the morning in central Madrid, and head to Sierra de Guadarrama National Park: known for its mountainous scenery, rock formations, and wildlife. Go for a hike and admire La Pedriza (a towering granite formation) and several mountain passes. Then, discover the medieval Manzanares El Real Castle before returning to the capital.

Explore the wonderful architecture of Segovia and Avila, two of Spain’s lesser-known gems, during this this 9-hour tour from Madrid. Discover the charming walled city of Avila, dating to the 11th century, along with the Gothic palaces, Romanesque churches and other treasures that hide within its gates. Then step back to Roman times in Segovia as you admire its spectacular aqueduct and fairy-tale style Alcazar fortress, one of the most striking in Spain.

Explore El Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen without the hassle of renting a car on this group trip from central Madrid. Simplify your visit to these destinations in the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains by leaving the planning, organization, and logistics to your guide. Choose to upgrade to a fully private experience to suit your preferences.