The route will start in Spain Square (Plaza de España) heading to Orient Square (Plaza de Oriente). From the square itself, we’ll be contemplating the Madrid’s Opera House also known as the Royal Theatre (Teatro Real) and Madrid’s Royal Palace (Palacio Real) known to be Europe’s largest palace based on floor area with a whopping 3400+ rooms and ‘just’ under 1.5 million square feet of floor space. Before making our first stop in one of my favorite cañas & tapas bar, we’ll also look at Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena) adjacent to the Royal Palace. After our first refreshment, we’ll continue enjoying other pretty city landmarks like the Main Square (Plaza Mayor) and other beautiful hidden streets before finishing at the iconic cast iron vault of the San Miguel food Market (Mercado de San Miguel) where I can give you recommendations for you to enjoy an amazing variety of well-presented tapas bars.

Cities are not only defined by their historical landmarks. There are other stories, more hidden, embedded in the subconscious of its inhabitants, who sometimes draw them better than their own streets and squares. Get to know them with us on a tour that, for two hours, will show you "the B side" of the capital of Spain. After starting in the Plaza de Pontejos we will go to the Plaza de la Provincia, from where we will discover the mysteries that the Madrid Metro hides. Later we will enter the neighborhood of La Latina, one of the oldest and that treasures more stories of the city. On the tour of this neighborhood we will talk about the origins of the city, the crimes that devastated its streets or the strange miracles attributed to its patron saint. The Cathedral, the Plaza de Oriente and the Convento de la Encarnación will culminate the tour. A tour in which not even the Holy Inquisition will get rid of being part of a story that will shed some light on the shadows of Madrid.

This 3-hour tour of Madrid is the best for history buffs as you can explore the city’s historic sites accompanied by an expert guide. Opt for a tour in your preferred language including English, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese. Right before you begin your tour, make a pitstop at the legendary San Ginés and eat some of their sinful chocolate-flavored churros. As you indulge in the delicacies, learn about the Habsburgs Dynasty, the most prominent dynasties in Europe. Discover the neoclassical architecture at the Plaza Mayor and Palacio de Justicia. Take a stroll at the Plaza de la Villa and the Plaza de Oriente, two of the city's most beautiful squares. Also take a quick stopover at the San Miguel Market, a popular Spanish street food market that makes for a great spot to grab a bite to eat (at your own expense). Before you head out to the Royal Palace of Madrid, make time for the beautiful convent housing historic artefacts Monasterio de las Descalzas and the largest cathedral in Madrid, Cathedral of La Almudena, a stunning example of neo-Gothic architecture. Finally, arrive at the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family. Bid farewell to your local guide and collect your fast-track entry tickets and avoid the hassles of long waiting lines. Explore the palace at your own pace and marvel at the royal artefacts and the palace’s stunning interiors.

Ready to dive into the opulent world of Madrid's Royal Palace? I'm your guide for this incredible journey. The guide will be at the specified location, ready and waiting for you. From there, we'll stroll through Plaza de Oriente, soaking in the atmosphere before skipping the line and stepping into the grandeur of the palace. As we wander through these hallowed halls, I'll regale you with stories about the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, and the Private Royal apartments. Art aficionados, get ready to feast your eyes on masterpieces by Giordano and Goya. But it's not just paintings; we'll explore historical treasures like ancient tapestries, majestic suits of armor, and ornate swords. And oh, the palace's 19th-century design and floral gardens provide a backdrop that's just begging for a photo op! So, are you ready to be whisked away into a world of art, history, and royalty? Buckle up, because this journey is about to unfold in the most mesmerizing way!

Explore Madrid on a next-generation and ecological Segway and behold the monuments from a different perspective on this 1.5- hour tour accompanied by our official guide. Our expert guide will ensure that you feel safe and comfortable before embarking on the tour. The 1.5-hour tour will first head towards the Plaza de Oriente with its beautiful views of the French gardens. In the background will be the Royal Palace, which is always so impressive in the eyes of visitors and which once housed the Spanish monarchy. Continue to the Almudena Cathedral. Roll across the vast Plaza de España and marvel at the monument of Don Quixote. Then, admire the Temple of Debod, before heading to the Plaza de Isabel II (also known as Plaza de Opera). Admire the ancient site of the Valnadú gate, demolished by order of King Philip II. Observe the neoclassical façade of the Teatro Real, a style giving a cultural touch to many parts of Madrid.

Beginning with the monument of King Felipe IV in the center of Plaza de Oriente, we'll explore the streets, squares, avenues and monuments of old Madrid. I'll show you the secret places and charming corners of old town. We'll visit some places that even the locals don't know. The origins of the capital city go back to the Middle Ages, when it was a small military city. Several ruins remain, like the medieval Muslim wall in the gardens of Emir Mohamed I, streets influenced by their Arab and Jewish origins, and Plaza del Alamillo, where kings and princesses would watch medieval tournaments. We'll see the Jewish quarter and the towers of old mosques, now transformed into churches, such as Pedro el Viejo or the Capilla del Obispo. We'll also see a secret garden that was once the orchard of a convent, and the Tower and Palace of Los Lujanes, a very important family of historic Madrid. There, the walls speak to the three cultures and three religions of Madrid.

Check in at our office and join us on the first part of the tour, a one hour walking tour through the streets of the historic city center of Madrid. Discover emblematic places you cannot miss! Stroll around Plaza de la Villa, the famous Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Oriente. Then board one of our air-conditioned buses for a ride through the city. Remember to bring your camera or Smartphone! Leave Plaza de Oriente and head to the magnificent Puerta de Toledo. Did you know its construction dates back from the Napoleonic era? See the oldest bridge in Madrid and drive next to the Manzanares River, from where you will have great views of the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. Pass by Mayor Street, Puerta del Sol square and the Las Cortes quarter on your way to the Paseo del Prado. Admire the architecture of the Old Madrid arriving into the Las Letras Quarter.

If you don't have much time in Madrid and you want to discover all the must-sees, this is definitely your tour! The tour starts in the morning with a walk through the Landscape of Light. This are of Madrid was listed as UNESCO World Heritage in 2021, with El Retiro Park as its main asset. After the stroll, you will get a fast-track ticket to discover Madrid's most important museum: the Prado Museum. At the entrance you'll get an audioguide to be able to explore the museum at your own pace for a more intimate experience. After the museum, there will be a lunch break with tips from your guide to find good food. Then, you will continue your experience with a tour of Madrid's old town, known as the Habsburgs' Madrid. Finally, the tour ends at Plaza de Oriente, at the Royal Palace of Madrid. Before saying good bye, your guide will also give you a fast-track ticket and audioguide so you can complete the visit of the monument at your leisure.

With the Habsburg, Madrid begins its true splendor, since it is under this dynasty when the city becomes the capital of Spain. During the visit we will see the most emblematic places in Madrid: Plaza de Oriente, Viaducto, Vistillas, Plaza de San Andrés, Plaza de la Paja, Puerta Cerrada, Plaza de la Villa, calle Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol. We will know the history of the most relevant buildings and we will immerse ourselves, through history, in the environment of the 16th and 17th centuries (the period of the Habsburg Dynasty in Spain).

Madrid began its true splendor with the Austrias, since it was under this dynasty that the city became the capital of Spain. During the visit we will see the most emblematic places in Madrid: Plaza de Oriente, Viaduct, Vistillas, Plaza de San Andrés, Plaza de la Paja, Puerta Cerrada, Plaza de la Villa, calle Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sun. We will get to know the history of the most relevant buildings and we will immerse ourselves, through history, in the environment of the 16th and 17th centuries (the period of the Austrian Dynasty in Spain).