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Discover Madrid's Hidden Gems on Walking Tour

5.01 reviewRoyal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid)

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover Madrid’s historic center with total freedom on a GPS-guided, podcast-style audio tour. No groups, no schedules—just immersive storytelling triggered automatically as you walk. Start at Puerta del Sol and follow a curated route through 10+ iconic spots like Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa, and the Royal Palace. Each stop includes narration and images in that bring the city’s history to life. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or anyone seeking a self-guided tour with total freedom. Includes local tips and hidden gems to keep exploring after the tour ends. After purchase, download the Toury app, go to “My Touries”, tap the ticket icon, and enter your booking code to start. Yo could explore the city without internet connection or data usage. Satisfaction guarantee: Not satisfied? Tell us why — we’ll give you access to another tour for free.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Podcast-style tour on the Toury app, with images and a smart map that changes color as you progress
  • Local bar and food tips

Itinerary

  1. Start your journey at Madrid’s most iconic square, where Spain’s radial roads begin and history meets modern hustle.

    5 min

  2. Learn about the “best mayor of Madrid” and how he transformed the city in the 18th century.

    5 min

  3. Discover the political and historical importance of this famous building, home to Spain’s New Year countdown.

    5 min

  4. Stroll through charming streets full of old shops, stories, and traditional flavors. Uncover quirky murals by Antonio Mingote that capture Madrid’s humor and soul.

    5 min

  5. Learn why Madrid’s old streets were named with pictograms representing the trades once practiced there — a glimpse into the city’s past life.

    3 min

  6. Step into Madrid’s grand main square, once a stage for markets, bullfights, and royal events.

    5 min

  7. Get to know the monarch behind Plaza Mayor’s construction and the secrets hidden under his horse.

    5 min

  8. Pass under this dramatic archway and hear tales of Madrid’s medieval trades and shadows.

    5 min

  9. See the world’s oldest restaurant and discover its links to Hemingway and history.

    5 min

  10. Explore a gourmet hotspot that blends tradition with trendy tastes from all over Spain.

    5 min

  11. Find out why this 16th-century pharmacy is a hidden gem with royal connections.

    5 min

  12. Admire one of Madrid’s oldest squares, surrounded by noble homes and civic pride.

    5 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Go to the Bear Statue at Puerta del Sol, to start the tour.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
TouryApp - Audio Tours
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ⚠️ Please make sure your phone is fully charged. The tour uses GPS and can be downloaded in advance. After purchase, download the Toury app. Go to “My Touries”, tap the ticket icon (top right), and enter your booking code to unlock your tour.

How it compares in Madrid

  • Its from-price is 93% below the median of the 336 city tours we list in Madrid.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 231 of 336.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Madrid

Madrid is Spain's sunny, sociable capital, home to great art museums, royal palaces, leafy parks and tapas bars that stay busy past midnight.

Three great galleries line the Paseo del Prado: the Prado Museum with Velázquez and Goya, the Reina Sofía with Picasso's Guernica, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza with its sweeping private collection. Beside them, El Retiro Park offers a boating lake, shaded avenues and the glass Palacio de Cristal.

Top-ranked sights in Madrid: Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), Puerta del Sol.

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