Madrid express: In the palm of your hand + Tapas – Private Tour

Quickly discover the city and its main sites

Tour Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Don’t feel like a long tour? This experience is especially designed for those who just want to spend little time discovering the city and still would like to see and learn as much as possible, but does not want to get an information overload neither.

What can you expect?

A whole “Madrid Experience” in a short time, the well-chosen mix of things you should have seen!

With me, not only you will learn interesting facts about the city by visiting the must-see sites. But also you will discover the food culture; a tapas tour is included at the end of the itinerary!

You won’t miss Essentials such as Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Royal Palace and other key sites on Madrid’s must-visit list.

  • All my tours are private and adaptable to your needs/preferences.
  • I will stay in touch previous to your tour date, exchanging ideas and making up the perfect plan for your holiday.
  • I’m a local profesional guide, a Chef & wine expert & a passionate lover of Madrid. I’ll make my best to immerse you in the spirit of the city.

Itinerary

The tour begins with a warm welcome presentation, providing a refreshing and captivating perspective on Madrid’s rich historical tapestry. Our journey commences in the bustling Retiro neighborhood, where we’ll be awed by iconic landmarks such as the Crystal Palace amidst its verdant surroundings. Continuing onward, we’ll delve into the Prado area, renowned as the art triangle, encompassing must-visit sites like the Cibeles Center, Gran Vía, and Canalejas Center.

Next, we’ll traverse the Roman Gate of Alcalá, Calle Mayor and La Latina, which precedes our exploration of Madrid’s storied past under the Royal´s dynasty. Along this route, we’ll encounter landmarks like Paseo del Prado, Plaza Mayor, the majestic Royal Palace, San Miguel market, San Ginés Churros, and gain insights into the Spanish Inquisition. Unmissable highlights include iconic sites like the Gated Square, Royal Theater, and the vibrant heart of Madrid, Sol.

Furthermore, our itinerary boasts stops at noteworthy destinations such as the Guinness World Record-holding oldest restaurant, the historic birthplace of tapas, intriguing locales like Homes for Malice, and landmarks like The Bear and the Strawberry Tree and Plaza de la Villa, all nestled within the enchanting Gated Square.

Wrapping up our exploration, we’ll leisurely wander through the historic center, absorbing the sights of Plaza Mayor, the Congress building, the esteemed Bellas Artes school, and remnants of Roman ruins, providing a comprehensive understanding of Madrid’s illustrious heritage and cultural significance.

Transportation

Walking tour.

What's Included?

  • Guiding Services
  • Admission Tickets
  • Park of monuments
  • House of beasts
  • Garden of memory

Estimated Local Cash Needed

25 € – Wines, Drinks or Tapas during the tour.

What's Extra

  • Personal Expenses
  • Souvenirs
  • Food, Drinks, Snacks
  • Drinks at tapas bars.
  • Food ordered by the traveler.
  • Extra Transportation (if required).
  • Entrances of specific sites that are not included on the itinerary. (if required)

Restrictions

DISCLAIMER: The contents exposed during the tours are of common knowledge or else the guide’s own research on the matter. Note that these contents are adapted for the general public.

Booking

Tour Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

MULTIPLE TOURS SHOULD BE BOOKED SEPARATEDLY ONE AT THE TIME.

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Reviews

LINDA YEOW
Malaysia
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Pepe is absolutely excellent!!!
Leaving our review in bahasa for you Pepe! Cemerlang, fleksible, mesra! Dia sangat berilmu tentang Spain dari segi sejarah dan budaya. Pepe seorang yang memang faham madrid; penerangan dan ceritanya menarik dan terperinci. Pengalaman terbaik di Madrid! We highly recommend this excellent young man. Best experience ever!!
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