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Experience the Magic of Madrid Plaza de la Villa

Uncover the medieval soul of Spain at Madrid Plaza de la Villa, one of the city's most enchanting hidden gems. Wander through this historic square to admire stunning Habsburg-era architecture and soak in the authentic atmosphere of old Madrid. Whether you are booking a guided walking tour, a delicious local food tour, or a private cultural experience, our curated selection of activities offers the perfect way to explore this landmark. From photography walks to historical city tours, discover why this iconic site is a must-visit for every traveler seeking the true heart of Madrid.

4.9/5 avg ratingFrom $3.52 per person21,612+ verified reviews95% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.9★ average

Based on 21,612 pooled reviews

Tour Price

Tour Price

$34–$141 typical

Median price is $67

Tour Length

Tour Length

1.5–4 hours typical

Median duration is 2.5 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Walking & Cultural

62% are walking tours, 91% focus on culture

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

95% free cancellation

98% offer instant confirmation

Languages

Languages

8 languages available

Includes English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Dutch, and Chinese

101 Products

Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace

Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace

2.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.98 (7,081 reviews)
98.2%
1.8%
Great tourrecommendfun
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$4
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Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace
Summary

✨ 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 sp...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Personalized attention from your guide after the Tour (forever)
  • Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route
  • Link for personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid?
Exclusions
  • The tip to the guide is not included, it is given at the end of the tour.
  • Any food or drink
  • Entries to the sites (not required as we do not enter)
Itinerary
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Arco de Cuchilleros
  • Arab Wall
  • Tablao Flamenco Arco de Cuchilleros
  • La Real Botica de la Reina Madre
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid Highlights Bike Tour

Madrid Highlights Bike Tour

3 hrsFree cancellation
4.87 (1,852 reviews)
93.05%
6.95%
Nice guidehighly recommendamazing
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$33
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Madrid Highlights Bike Tour
Summary

The "Best of Madrid" guided bike tour offers you the oportunity to have a nice, paceful and easy ride along the city of Madrid with the company of other travellers and our expert local guide. In this 3 hours bike tour, we will visit the most iconic areas if Madrid and the beautiful hided places. ...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • bottle of water
  • Use of bicycle
  • Use of helmet
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Rent & Roll
  • Parque del Retiro
  • Cibeles Fountain
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
  • Mercado la Cebada
  • Barrio de Las Letras
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Minimum age is 13 years
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid Historical Walking Tour

Madrid Historical Walking Tour

2.3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.92 (813 reviews)
97.65%
2.35%
muy recomendableestupendoentertaining
Viator
$4
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Madrid Historical Walking Tour
Summary

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, historica...

Inclusions
  • Personalized attention of your guide after the Tour (forever)
  • Link to personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid?
  • Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route
  • Local Guide
Exclusions
  • Tips to the guide
  • It's a free tour. The payment you make now corresponds to the rate of this platform
  • Entries to the sites (not required as we do not enter)
Itinerary
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Mercado San Miguel
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Teatro Real
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

2.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.97 (606 reviews)
98.26%
1.74%
Greatbest tourknowledgeable
Viator
$61
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Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour
Summary

Stroll the streets and squares of the Spanish capital on this 2.5 hour exclusive guided walking tour, discovering the secrets of Madrid’s old city. Your guide will lead you through the most iconic locations in Madrid, peeling back the history and characters that have marked them over the centuries.

Inclusions
  • Private or Semi Private Walking Tour
  • Professional Guide
Exclusions
  • Transportation
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena
  • Arab Wall
  • Calle Mayor
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • La Latina
  • Plaza De La Paja
  • Plaza de los Carros Madrid
  • Plaza De Puerta Cerrada
  • Tablao Flamenco Arco de Cuchilleros
  • Mercado San Miguel
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Real Casa de Postas
  • Puerta del Sol
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code), Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid Tapas and Wine Tour with Iberian Ham

Madrid Tapas and Wine Tour with Iberian Ham

3.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.96 (555 reviews)
98.64%
1.36%
absolutely amazingGreat food stopsgreat suggestion
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$106
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Madrid Tapas and Wine Tour with Iberian Ham
Summary

Book a fun Madrid food experience with all the tapas and drinks included and get an inside look into the fascinating Spanish food culture. Streetwise local guides will take you to the best tapas places and hideouts in the city. You’ll visit 4 venues and enjoy drinks and authentic tapas and wine at e...

Inclusions
  • Expert-Led tour: Small grouo walking tour of Madrid Old Town with a local specialized guide
  • Wine and other drinks: 4 premium Spanish Wines, non alcoholic options available
  • Premium Gastronomy: 14+ Tapas, acorn fed Iberian ham, cold cuts and chocolate con churros
Exclusions
  • Other drinks not mentioned above
  • Transportation to the meeting point
Itinerary
  • Plaza de Isabel II
  • Plaza de Oriente
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Mercado San Miguel
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This tour has been designed to taste a wide range of flavours - Sorry, the tour is not suitable for vegetarians, Minimum age is 18 years, Please provide details of any special requirements (dietary, allergies or otherwise) at the time of booking, This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair, Non alcoholic alternatives are provided for those that do not drink wine
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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

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

2.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.94 (560 reviews)
97.19%
2.81%
Recommended 100%100Wonderfulgreat tour
Viator
$2$5
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Madrid Essential : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace
Summary

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 appea...

Inclusions
  • Personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp (when booking)
  • Local professional guide, expert in Madrid history
  • Exclusive printed matter and illustrated map
  • Restaurant recommendations and plans at completion
Exclusions
  • Tip to guide (delivered at completion to satisfaction)
  • Entrance fees to monuments (completely outside tour)
  • Food or drinks
Itinerary
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Mercado San Miguel
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Arab Wall
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Teatro Real
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid Local's Tapas Tour Dinner with a side of History

Madrid Local's Tapas Tour Dinner with a side of History

3.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.93 (538 reviews)
97.52%
2.48%
good mealexcellentGreat tour
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$112
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Madrid Local's Tapas Tour Dinner with a side of History
Summary

Delve into Spanish history and culture on this 3.5 hour Madrid historical walking tour with food tasting and dinner. Stroll through the winding centuries-old streets of Madrid’s city center while your guide illuminates the history of highlights such as Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, and Puerta del S...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Tour escort/host
  • Food tasting
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
Itinerary
  • Calle Preciados
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Plaza De Puerta Cerrada
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Plaza de Isabel II
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Minimum drinking age is 18 years, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace

Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace

2.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.97 (472 reviews)
99.28%
0.72%
AwesomeHighly recommendedfun
Viator
$2$5
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Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace
Summary

Explore the historic heart of Madrid with an expert local Guide: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Point of Sale, the Arab Wall, Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace. In 2.5 hours you will discover the medieval secrets of Madrid, its hidden alleys, legends and corners that ordinary tourists...

Inclusions
  • Advice on restaurants and activities at the end of the tour
  • Personalized Guide of Madrid via WhatsApp (Reservation)
  • Printed material and exclusive illustrated map
  • Professional local Guide, expert in the history of Madrid
Exclusions
  • Tip for Guide (delivered on completion based on satisfaction)
  • Entrance fees to monuments (completely open-air tour)
  • Food and drink
Itinerary
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Mercado San Miguel
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Arab Wall
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Teatro Real
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Madrid: 3 hour Guided Highlights Bike Tour with Optional Tapas

Madrid: 3 hour Guided Highlights Bike Tour with Optional Tapas

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.95 (474 reviews)
97.42%
2.58%
enjoyedfantasticcycle tours
Viator
$34
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Madrid: 3 hour Guided Highlights Bike Tour with Optional Tapas
Summary

This tour is ideal for everyone who wants to get to know Madrid in a short time but in a relaxed way. In about 3 hours and 12 km biking, you will more or less see and hear everything of the old center while riding a very comfortable bicycle, a normal bike or E-bike. The “must see” places as well as ...

Inclusions
  • Pannier bag or basket
  • Helmet
  • Tour in English or Dutch
  • Child seat up to 22 kg € 5 additional fee
Itinerary
  • Plaza de Oriente
  • Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Mercado San Miguel
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Barrio de Las Letras
  • Caixa Forum
  • Museo Nacional del Prado
  • Parque del Retiro
  • Puerta del Sol
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Experience with biking in the city is required.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Eating Madrid: Not Just Another Tapas and Wine Tour

Eating Madrid: Not Just Another Tapas and Wine Tour

3.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.97 (330 reviews)
99.84%
0.16%
Fabulousdelicious foodhighly recommend
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$114
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Eating Madrid: Not Just Another Tapas and Wine Tour
Summary

Skip the tourist traps and dive straight into Madrid’s food scene like a local! Stroll through the lively streets of the Old Town and Literary Quarter, enjoying mouthwatering tapas, including the best jamón ibérico, sipping “Tinto de Verano” wine and discovering hidden cellars. You’ll even pass ico...

Inclusions
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Sip Spanish wine, Tinto de Verano, Vermouth, and master jamón ibérico slicing at centennial cellar
  • Dive into Madrid’s sweet side with handmade chocolates and a chocolate drink.
  • Skip the line and try the iconic calamari sandwich. Crispy, tender, and absolutely irresistible
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Exclusions
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks
Itinerary
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Plaza Mayor
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed., Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up., Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!, Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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