Secrets of Madrid Small Group Tour

Madrid, ES
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Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of Plaza Mayor
  • Experience the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid
  • Immerse yourself in the history of La Latina
  • Explore the architectural beauty of Plaza de la Villa
  • Indulge in delicious treats at Mercado San Miguel

Meeting Point

At the end of Calle Cuchilleros, corner with Latoneros and Tintoreros. A small sqaire in front of Cafestic. We will meet in the big cross at the center.

Meeting point

Centro, 28005 Madrid , Spain

End point

End Point

At the end of Calle Cuchilleros, corner with Latoneros and Tintoreros. A small sqaire in front of Cafestic. We will meet in the big cross at the center.

Meeting point

Centro, 28005 Madrid , Spain

End point

What to expect

1

Plaza Mayor

The center of the "Madrid de los Austrias", when Madrid became the center of an Empire, the history of the square begins in the XII century when it became the maket place. This is a place that has seen not only all the history of Madrid but also of Spain full of fascnating and some times funny stories.

Duration 10 minutes
2

Royal Palace of Madrid

As the biggest Royal Palace on Europe with its 3412 rooms, this master piece of the XVIII century transports us to the times of the Borbones, a French dinasty that changed completely the face of Madrid.

Duration 10 minutes
3

La Latina

In the heart of the old Middle Age city, La Latina reflects the history of the city with the palace used by Isabel La Católica or Charles V. Today is a great place to eat, have drinks in a terrace or just visit.

Duration 10 minutes
4

Plaza de la Villa

The old center of the Middle Age Madrid reflects the evolution of it's architecture, from the Mudejar Casa Lujanes to the Plateresco of Palacio Cisneros to the Habsburg Casa de la Villa.

Duration 10 minutes
5

Monasterio Del Corpus Christi

Don't miss the great cookies of the nuns!

Duration 10 minutes
6

Mercado San Miguel

Uno de los pocos ejemplos de la "arquitectura del hierro" en Madrid y ligar popular para tapas.

Duration 5 minutes
7

Monument to Felipe IV

Discover how Galileo Galilei made this statue possible

Duration 5 minutes
8

Calle de Bailen

A beautiful viaduct with a tragic background

Duration 5 minutes
9

Parque Emir Mohamed I

We will se the old muslim wall

Duration 10 minutes
10

Jardin del Principe de Anglona

A beautiful garden of the late XVIII century

Duration 7 minutes
11

Plaza de la Cruz Verde

The old sqaure where happened the Inquisition trials

Duration 5 minutes
12

Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena

The recent but meaningful Cathedral of Madrid

Duration 5 minutes
13

Plaza de los Carros Madrid

The "taxi" area of the MIddle Age city and a very enlighting map

Duration 7 minutes
14

Museo de San Isidro

Discover the lengend of San Isidro and a very nice museum about the early history of Madrid

Duration 5 minutes
15

Calle De La Cava Baja

The street of the best traditional restaurants in Madrid

Duration 5 minutes
16

Plaza de Ramales

Why Napoleon was the designer of the urban center of Madrid?

Duration 6 minutes
17

Plaza De La Paja

We will see the Palace of Vargas, home for some months of the Empero Charles V

Duration 7 minutes
18

Church of St. Nicholas of the Servitas (San Nicolas de las Servitas)

The oldest building of Madrid!

Duration 5 minutes
19

Plaza de Oriente

A Napoleon squares with statues of the old Spanish kings

Duration 7 minutes
20

Calle De Codo

Why this is called "steert of the elbow"?

Duration 5 minutes
21

Plaza De Puerta Cerrada

The olf entrance to the middle age city

Duration 6 minutes
22

Iglesia de San Pedro El Viejo

A mudejar tower from the XIV century

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Juan S.

What our experts say

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    Try tapas at Mercado San Miguel.
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    Visit La Latina for great dining options.
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    Don't miss the cookies at Monasterio!
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    Check out the stunning views from Plaza de Oriente.
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    Explore Calle De La Cava Baja for local cuisine.

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