Group Size
Max 12
Tour Duration
2.5 Hours
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Free Cancellation up to 24 hrs
Highlights generally include:
• Royal Palace of Madrid - Exterior— admire the grand facade of Europe's largest royal palace, an architectural masterpiece that has housed Spanish monarchs for centuries.
• Plaza Mayor— step into Madrid's most iconic square, a stunning open space lined with historic buildings and steeped in cultural significance.
• La Latina— wander through one of Madrid's oldest and liveliest neighborhoods, known for its historic charm, vibrant plazas, and traditional tapas bars.
• Mercado San Miguel— experience the bustling atmosphere of Madrid's famous food market, where fresh tapas and gourmet delights entice visitors. (Food not included in the tour.)
• Puerta del Sol— conclude your tour at Madrid's lively heart, home to the famous clock tower, the "Kilometer Zero" marker, and the beloved statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree.
Begin your visit to Madrid by hitting the streets and discovering the city's rich history, grand architecture, and hidden gems on this immersive walking tour.
On this 2.5-hour private tour, your expert guide will take you to Madrid's most iconic sights, from royal landmarks to vibrant neighborhoods steeped in tradition. Begin your journey by the Royal Palace, Europe's largest royal residence, an architectural marvel shaped by the Bourbon dynasty. Admire the exterior of the Almudena Cathedral and get a glimpse of Madrid's medieval origins at the remains of the Arab Wall. Wander through the charming streets of La Latina, a neighborhood filled with centuries-old buildings and authentic Spanish character. Experience the grandeur of Plaza Mayor, a masterpiece of urban planning, and soak up the energy of Puerta del Sol, the beating heart of Madrid.
This tour offers the perfect introduction to Spain's capital, blending royal history, architectural splendor, and local culture. Whether you're drawn to Madrid's palatial landmarks, picturesque squares, or dynamic city life, you'll walk away with a deeper appreciation of its rich heritage.
• PRIVATE WALKING TOUR
• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
• DURATION 2.5 HOURS
• TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Our guide, Beatriz, was fantastic! She was very informative and tailored our tour to our specific interests. Be sure to book this tour early in your stay in Madrid so you can take advantage of all the restaurant and shop recommendations!
31 July 2025
Sergio was amazing! He shared many interesting stories about the historic sites we visited. He also spent extra time providing recommendations for additional activities and restaurants.
02 August 2025
I very much enjoyed the 2.5 hour small group walking tour of Madrid’s old town. Jack covered the main landmarks, historical insights, and more, sharing interesting historical and more recent stories and tips, in a very engaging, entertaining and personable way. An efficient and smart way to explore the city. I’d like to see more topical tours.
11 August 2025
Floriana “Flo”was a wonderful guide mixing history, humor and a general passion for the topic. She provided great recommendations for food and other sites. Ask for her!
06 September 2025
Had the greatest tour!!! Jake C was our tour guide, best experience. He was extremely knowledgeable, gave great information felt like I immersed in a living history book, learned so much. Definitely one of the greatest!!
07 September 2025
Jake was the most amazing tour guide, he was so engaging and was great to see the sights of Madrid with someone who knew so much. If you want to learn a lot about Madrid and have a laugh, I would recommend this tour.
07 September 2025
Jake was absolutely excellent. So full of energy and was engaging to listen to the whole time. He really had a friendly and approachable feel and also fed us with all the knowledge we could ask for!! Thank you Jake! Will be recommending to any friends who visit.
07 September 2025
We had a wonderful experience and brilliantly detailed tour with Jake today. He’s such a wonderful storyteller and shared so much great history of Madrid & Spain. Loved it!
07 September 2025
David was very knowledgeable and engaging. He kept in contact before tour and made sure we knew how to get to the meeting b point. Good way to get to know Spain for a first timer to Madrid .
11 September 2025
Rosita was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. She was always ready to answer any questions and clearly loved providing relevant details about Spanish history as we walked through the various streets and viewed historic buildings.
13 September 2025
Great time with Jake. He’s very knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend it to anyone who likes history when you visit Madrid
10 August 2025
So much history and context! Madrid is beautiful but knowing how to navigate it something else. Jake’s knowledge of history and enthusiasm for Madrid made this an absolute stellar day!
11 August 2025
On time, great explanations and the person really knew the history of the citySmall group which was perfect snd at the end he offer advise for other specific points of interest
15 August 2025
Enrique was very knowledgeable and informative. His tour gave us an excellent overview of the history of Madrid along with some of Spain’s key historical events.
24 August 2025
Rosita is the best! Highly recommend this tour. We learned a lot and got a good feel for the city. This was a great way to start our trip in Madrid.
28 August 2025
Isabella was an excellent guide and clearly knew the history as well as the architecture. I was thrilled that she used a speaker system w each of us having our own devices so that we could clearly hear her throughout the entire tour. This makes a big difference because most groups didn’t have such a system. I would highly recommend you take this tour and ask for Isabella, if possible.
30 August 2025
Isabella is knowledgeable thoughtful entertaining and has a full grasp of the subject paces the program well recommended severalRestaurants we chose one of her recommendations and it was excellent A solid YES
30 August 2025
This was a wonderful tour. Flo was a great guide and her knowledge about the history of Madrid and Spain was impressive. Mixing historical facts with local stories Flo made the experience come alive by providing information in a knowledgeable, professional and entertaining manner. The tour was an interesting route showcasing many of Madrid’s historical buildings, quaint streets and impressive plazas which were a delight to walk through with Flo providing additional references which deepened our understanding and appreciation of what we were looking at. Additionally, Flo was very helpful in providing recommendations about other things to do in Madrid.
05 September 2025
This tour is worth it for any first time visitor to Madrid. Andrea was an excellent guide and added her personal insights into what we saw.
08 September 2025
David was great for our tour. It was a great way to learn more of the history of Madrid. Pleasant, knowledgeable, considerate, and helpful with suggestions of where to go for lunch after our tour.
10 September 2025
