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Madrid Walking Tour: Discover Old City Secrets
5.0
302 Ratings
Madrid
Explore the streets and squares of Spain’s capital on this 2.5-hour exclusive guided walking tour, uncovering the secrets of Madrid’s historic city. Your guide will take you through Madrid’s most iconic spots, revealing the history and personalities that have shaped them over the years.
Explore the streets and squares of Spain’s capital on this 2.5-hour exclusive guided walking tour, uncovering the secrets of Madrid’s historic city. Your guide will take you through Madrid’s most iconic spots, revealing the history and personalities that have shaped them over the years.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Royal Palace of Madrid - Begin the tour at the stunning Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family. Although it served as a home to the Kings of Spain from Charles III to Alfonso XIII, it is now used solely for state ceremonies.
- Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena - Next, proceed to the Almudena Cathedral, a…
- Royal Palace of Madrid - Begin the tour at the stunning Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family. Although it served as a home to the Kings of Spain from Charles III to Alfonso XIII, it is now used solely for state ceremonies.
- Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena - Next, proceed to the Almudena Cathedral, a Catholic Church consecrated by Pope John Paul II in 1993. The visit includes the Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena, a museum within the church.
- Arab Wall - Continue to the Muslim Walls of Madrid, also known as the Arab Walls, situated on Cuesta de la Vega. These walls are likely the oldest surviving structures in the city, linked to Madrid’s origins.
- Calle Mayor - Stroll along Calle Mayor, a central street in Madrid that begins at Puerta de Sol and ends at Cuesta de la Vega. Established in the Middle Ages, it became the city’s main thoroughfare during the Early Modern Period.
- Plaza de la Villa - Along Calle Mayor, discover Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s best-preserved monuments. Located in the historical area near Puerta del Sol Gate, it is a key medieval center of Madrid.
- La Latina - Explore La Latina, a historic neighborhood in downtown Madrid. This area covers much of the oldest part of Madrid and is filled with narrow streets to explore.
- Plaza de la Paja - Once a major marketplace in the 13th and 14th centuries, Plaza de la Paja is known for its lively streets. However, one can find moments of tranquility in unexpected places.
- Plaza de los Carros Madrid - Plaza de los Carros is a charming square with a delightful fountain. Enjoy a refreshing drink while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere.
- Plaza De Puerta Cerrada - Next, visit Plaza de Puerta Cerrada, located in the La Latina neighborhood of Madrid’s historic center. Built on a medieval Islamic fort, La Latina is the city’s oldest and one of its most vibrant areas.
- Tablao Flamenco Arco de Cuchilleros - Then, see the Arco de Cuchilleros, a renowned historical archway with stairs leading to the 16th-century Plaza Mayor, one of Madrid’s most famous plazas.
- Mercado San Miguel - Visit Mercado San Miguel, situated in the heart of the city center, near the historic Plaza Mayor. This beautiful market is filled with food from all over the country.
- Plaza Mayor - Head to Plaza Mayor, a grand arcaded square in central Madrid. Originally built during the Habsburg period of Philip III’s reign, it was once the heart of old Madrid and remains popular with both locals and tourists.
- Real Casa de Postas - Next, see the Real Casa de Postas, a neoclassical administrative building that housed the telegraph service offices of the National Police until it was acquired by Madrid’s Regional Government in 1985.
- Puerta del Sol - Conclude the tour at Puerta del Sol, a bustling square in central Madrid and one of the city’s most iconic sites. It is the center of Spain’s radial road network and features the famous clock whose chimes mark the traditional eating of the Twelve Grapes and the start of a new year.

What's Included
- Private or Semi Private Walking Tour
- Professional Guide
- Private or Semi Private Walking Tour
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- 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…
- 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.
Location
Plaza de la Armería
Meet by the Petrvs Statue (Saint Peter) at Plaza de la Armería, across from the main entrance outside of the Palacio Real de Madrid
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(302 Ratings)
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Manish_c
Feb 19, 2025
Jake the master storyteller! - Jake is a master storyteller! We thoroughly enjoyed the tour teens and adults alike! Jake knew the history well to draw parallels and connect dots to the present.
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Ursagi
Feb 19, 2025
Good way to get introduced to the history and culture of the city - We had a really informative and interesting morning with Isabel understanding the history of this city and its areas.
She was passionate and very engaging and took time to answer queries
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Connector05959600642
Feb 19, 2025
Great tour - Isabel was a great tour guide.
Very knowledgeable and informative tour with a bit of fun added to the mix.
Would recommend
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Iwonasz7252xo
Feb 19, 2025
The best tour in madrid - Isabela was fantastic, professional, passionate and knowledgeable. We enjoyed her tour immensely.
She kept the balance between the history, culture and her own experiences.
Very friendly highly recommend indeed.
It was refreshing to see how much she loves her beautiful city of Madrid,
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Jillramiel
Feb 18, 2025
Isabella, our guide was the best. - Isabella was amazing. She was great for everyone - very responsive to the needs of teenagers. We loved the stories and recommendations for experiencing local culture.
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Sadyeh2016
Feb 17, 2025
Must Do - Alfonso was a great tour guide. He provided us so much history and background on Madrid. We enjoyed learning so much about Madrid at the beginning of our vacation. Highly recommend the private tour as he can customize it to your preferences. Book the tour, you won’t regret it.
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Longislandtravelerjr
Feb 15, 2025
Jake was very knowledgeable, personable and was open to questions. Highly recommend - 5/5
Good overview of the city center with its rich history.
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Leslie
Feb 14, 2025
Great use of time on a too short visit - Rosita was a fantastic tour leader. She was well informed, enthusiastic, and friendly. I had just two days in Madrid and this was a great way to get oriented to the history of this city.
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Scm148
Feb 11, 2025
Madrid Old City With Beatriz - Our guide, Beatriz, had excellent knowledge of the history of Madrid. She was friendly and made the experience both entertaining, enjoyable and educational at the same time. She was one of the best guides we have had in many trips to other cities.
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Touringtorres
Feb 11, 2025
A must do if visiting Madrid! - My husband and I really enjoyed this tour with our guide David. We learnt so much about the history of Madrid. It certainly gave us a different perspective of the city when walking around it after the tour. I would highly recommend booking one of these tours if you are to visit Madrid.
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