PRIVATE VIP tour: Madrid Haunted history, Inquisition & Legends

In the Cibeles’s Post Office, which is located in Madrid, employees report eerie experiences, believing the premises to be haunted by victims of the Spanish Civil War. Strange noises and loud banging have been reported, instilling fear in the guards who conduct their rounds in the building

The luxurious Palacio de Linares is another haunted site in Madrid, reputed for the tragic story of a small girl who is said to wander its halls. According to legend, the girl was murdered by her parents to avoid a scandal, and her spirit remains trapped within the palace, forever haunting the place where her life was cut short

Known as La Casa de las Siete Chimeneas, this historic house is one of the most famous haunted locations in Madrid. Legend has it that the spirit of a woman can be seen floating above the seven chimneys of the estate. The house has garnered attention for its spectral sightings and has become a point of intrigue for those fascinated by the supernatural

Sol Square is one of Madrid's most iconic places, but it also has a dark side. During the Peninsular War (1808-1814), this square witnessed summary executions by Napoleonic troops. Legend: The ghost of a French soldier, executed for desertion, is said to haunt the square. Witnesses claim to see a figure in Napoleonic uniform near the clocktower, especially on full moon nights. There is also talk of a lady in white appearing on the balconies of the Palacio de Correos, weeping for the loss of her lover during the war.

The Church of San Ginés, one of the oldest in Madrid. According to legend, the ghost of a decapitated priest, a victim of the Inquisition, haunts its surroundings.

Cañete Palace, where paranormal phenomena related to the Inquisition are said to occur. According to legend, apparitions and inexplicable noises have been reported here.

The Santa Cruz Palace, which served as an Inquisition prison in the 17th century, is currently the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but still preserves cells and dungeons from that era.

In the Plaza Mayor, the scene of numerous autos-da-fé during the Inquisition. Public executions and trials were held here. Apparitions and strange phenomena have reportedly occurred in the surrounding area.

The best-known legend is that of a nun who was buried alive due to an administrative error. Her ghost appears in the convent's halls, especially on nights with a full moon. Neighbors have reported hearing prayers and seeing shadows of nuns praying on the walls.

An Egyptian mummy, brought to Spain in the 19th century, is kept in the Royal Palace. This mummy has been the subject of numerous legends and rumors. Legend: It is said that the mummy is cursed and that its spirit roams the palace halls. Guards have reported hearing footsteps and seeing shadows moving near the glass case where it is on display.

The spirit of Philip IV is said to appear on full moon nights, riding a phantom horse. Witnesses have reported hearing the sound of hooves and seeing a royal figure disappear as it approaches.

At the Palace the interplay of spirituality and cultural engagement exemplifies the ongoing relevance of Madrid’s historical narratives, including those stemming from the Inquisition.