Tours/Madrid/Viator
Viator · group up to 29 pax

Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace

5.0(7,152)Madrid1 hour
VIATOR4.9(543)TRIPADVISOR5.0(6,609)

Description

✨ A unique tour of Madrid ✨ No other tour brings together as many landmarks of the city as this. With expert local guides, you will discover not only the great monuments, but also the secret corners, walls and details that go unnoticed. After more than 10 years of improvement, we have created a special itinerary that combines streets, alleys and recesses full of history, accompanied by a large illustrated map of Madrid so you don’t lose detail. The best thing: we will show you those hidden secrets that only the real Madridns know. Important: this payment secures your place. The contribution to the guide is made at the end of the tour, according to your degree of satisfaction.

Tour Options

TOUR IN ENGLISH
TOUR IN PORTUGUESE
VISIT IN FRANÇAIS
Tour in Spanish
VISIT IN ITALIEN

Itinerary

20 min

We start in the nerve center of Madrid, the Madrid time square, where the new year is celebrated, and we eat the 12 grapes. Next we will observe the famous Km 0 plate (the beginning of all the radial roads in Spain). The symbol of the city of Madrid, the Statue of the Bear and the strawberry tree and to culminate the statue of King Carlos III. The famous Campanadas Grapes New Year, Carlos III

30 min

Ancient nerve center, Place of events such as bullfights, the Spanish Inquisition, Carnivals and much more. You will have fun and you will learn in a dynamic way the History of Spain and Madrid and with the help of a lot of visual material. We will talk about gastronomy the famous Squid Sandwich, and we will conclude with the well-known Hotel of the soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo. History of Spain and Madrid. Toledo the old Capital To culminate the old Capital of Spain ¨Toledo¨ the Spanish Jerusalem.

20 min

You will be surprised when you visit the oldest restaurant in the world and the oldest barbershop in the European Union. Essential places in the city.

10 min

We will give you a great welcome to each of the great doors where the Arab and Christian Wall of the city of Madrid was located.

5 min

An experience that you must live, a Flamenco show, we will present you a wonderful Tablao in the historic center

5 min

We will introduce you to the oldest centenary business in Madrid, showing you the tunnel that is connected to the Royal Palace.

Admission included15 min

First Plaza of the city of Madrid, Old Town Hall and jail of the city, in addition to the narrowest street, all this and more.

5 min

The majestic Cathedral of Madrid, consecrated by Pope John Paul II. Royal wedding venue and more.

Admission not included30 min

The incomparable Royal Palace and we will climb a hill to observe the Mirador with the best views of Madrid.

Highlights

Local guide
Personalized attention from your guide after the Tour (forever)
Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route
Link for personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid?

What's included

Included
Local guide
Personalized attention from your guide after the Tour (forever)
Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route
Link for personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid?
Not included
The tip to the guide is not included, it is given at the end of the tour.
Any food or drink
Entries to the sites (not required as we do not enter)

Traveller Ratings

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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

Reviews(7,152)

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NicSco77
June 22, 2026
A walk through Madrid’s soul

Our guide, Nita, was amiable, knowledgeable and engaging, delivering an enjoyable tour of Madrid's history and culture with originality and good humour. Her recommendations and suggestions were also appreciated.

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Michael_N
June 22, 2026
Amazing Tour in Madrid

Javier was absolutely amazing! His knowledge and passion about Madrid and Spain was incredible. He is a fantastic story teller. We so appreciated all the tips and suggestions for things to do, see, and where to drink and eat. Highly recommend this tour!!?

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Minal_D
June 21, 2026
Best tour!

Fantastic walking tour with Javier. He was entertaining, knowledgeable, fun. He explained the history of the city & its main landmarks - Javier gave lots of fascinating facts and local insights about Madrid. The tour was excellent value for money, and I would highly recommend it.

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Anand_H
June 21, 2026
Awesome and informative...

Awesome and informative tour!!. Javier was fantastic and very knowledgeable! Highly recommend for any type of traveler.

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Cruiser29615496341
June 21, 2026
The best " Bienvenidos a Madrid"

What better way to learn about a city and its history than by taking a tour of the city center with Andrés? None! Interesting tour. Andrés tells the story of Madrid, its buildings, and the city center's squares, captivating us with his theatrical and effective way of telling it. I recommend it to everyone. Excellent and friendly

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Renee H
June 20, 2026
A great and informative tour

Idan was funny and interesting! I would definitely take another tour with him!

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G4735ESleov
June 20, 2026
Fascinating, Enjoyable, Insightful.

Amazing tour, and an even better guide. Would recommend to anyone looking for a tour in English for sure, but I’m sure the other languages are just as incredible.

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James M
June 20, 2026
Javi is the man!

This trip was amazing it was great way to get out get some exercise and learn new things. Personally I learned a lot the whole trip was a perfect mix of history food and culture. The tour guide had us up and on our feet the whole time with funny and cool ways to learn. He had a fun game for my kids that kept them interested and ready to learn more this trip was a ten out of ten and I would do it again anytime

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laurafP9442IT
June 20, 2026
It's worth doing

I admit I did not expect much from these tours, but Daniela exceeded expectations, gave a real history lesson and was super fun! I loved it!

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Angelina V
June 19, 2026
Very interesting

Very interesting and well organized tour

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