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Madrid Essential: Walking Tour

Recommended by 90% of travelers
Madrid, Spain
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Soak up the sights of Madrid at a leisurely pace with this private walking tour. Follow your guide through the Spanish capital, from the Puerta del Sol to Plaza Mayor and beyond while learning about the city's culture and character and visiting some unique spots, such as the city's oldest churros place and its oldest restaurant.
  • Soak up the atmosphere of Madrid on a walking tour
  • Private walking tour, exclusively for your party
  • Learn about Madrid's history and culture from your guide
  • Visit unique Madrid locales you wouldn't find on your own

What's Included

  • Map of the Center of Madrid
  • MADride tour guide
  • Not mentioned drinks, food or entrance fees
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • El Oso y el Madroño
    Prta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

    Bear Statue (Oso y el Madroño) in Puerta del Sol (Metro lines 1, 2, and 3). Look for our guides wearing a red T-shirt and holding a sign with your name on it, both with our bear logo. If you have trouble finding us, you can search the following address on Google Maps: Puerta del Sol, 1, 28013.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Puerta del Sol

18 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Calle del Arenal

18 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Plaza de Isabel II

19 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Plaza de Oriente

19 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Royal Palace of Madrid

19 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

6

Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena

19 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7

Plaza De La Paja

19 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8

Plaza Mayor

19 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
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  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7
based on 10 reviews
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Excellent

Brenda_M, Apr 2024
Excellent, professional and knowledgeable guide! Excellent command of the English language and material covered.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you found our guide excellent, professional, and knowledgeable, with a strong command of English and the material covered.

Enjoyable walking tour of Madrid

JuanF_F, Nov 2023
Enjoyed the walking tour through the streets of Madrid. Fernando was friendly and very informative as we went through the afternoon tour. Enjoyed the Madruño drink at end of the tour.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

We're happy to learn that you found it informative and enjoyed the Madruño drink at the end of the tour. Your positive feedback is appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more experiences in the future!"
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From $241.96

per group (up to 15)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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