Madrid Old Town Donation-Based Walking Tour
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Madrid Old Town Donation-Based Walking Tour

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About this experience

Explore the origins of Madrid on this 2.5-hour walking tour, and learn the history of the Spanish capital from its foundation by the Muslims to the arrival of the Bourbon Dynasty.

Discover the narrow streets of the Old Town and hear fascinating stories about Madrid history, in lieu of boring facts and figures.

Marvel at the majestic Royal Palace of Madrid.

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Madrid Old Town Donation-Based Walking Tour

What's included

Local guide
Local taxes

Detailed itinerary

1
Stop 1

Puerta del Sol is one of the most emblematic and busiest places in the city. Learn about Puerta del Sol Square and its most important spots: Oso and Strawberry Tree, Kilometre Zero and King Charles III

2
Stop 2

We will visit Plaza Mayor, one of the best examples of baroque architecture in Spain.

3

We will visit the Restaurante Sobrino de Botin, the Oldest Restaurant in the World (Guinness World Record certified)

4
Stop 4

Discover the emblematic San Miguel Market and feast your senses

5
Stop 5

This charming square full of tourists today was the heart of the city in the middle ages; here public executions, religious ceremonies or pagan festivals, took place.

6
Stop 6

We will visit the Almudena Cathedral, which was completed at the end of the 20th century This makes it one of the most modern cathedrals in the world.

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Stop 7

Discover one of the largest palace in Europe. In total more than three thousand rooms from where the kings of Spain ruled territories ranging from America to the Philippine Islands.

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Stop 8

This beautiful square was designed during the reign of Jose Bonaparte, brother of Napoléon himself. In the center of the square we will admire the monument to King Felipe IV from the 17th century presides over the square.

9

We finish our walking tour at the imposing Teatro Real. This Opera House was inaugurated in 1850 by the Queen Isabel II. Since then, it has established itself as the center of musical life in Madrid.

What's not included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Available languages

Guide guide
EN ES

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Important information

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
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

Puerta del Sol, right next to the Orange store. The guide will be carrying a green umbrella, so you can easily spot them.

Important notes

• Please wear comfortable shoes
• Tour runs in all weather conditions, rain or shine

From $25 per person

Price varies by option

Adults
Age 13-99
1
Childs
Age 0-12
0
Booking requirements:
  • Min travelers: 1
  • Max travelers: 8
  • Adult required for booking
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