Madrid Essential : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace
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- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Madrid Essential is the most complete tour of the historic center of Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Market, Arab Wall, Almudena Cathedral and Royal Palace. In 2 hours and a half, our expert local guides reveal you medieval secrets, hidden histories and corners that never appear in travel guides. We are the No1 company on TripAdvisor Madrid among more than 1,200 tourism companies. We have been with the Award for 8 consecutive years TripAdvisor Best of the Best — only 1% experiences in the world receives it. More than 20,000 reviews on TripAdvisor, Google, GuruWalk and Free Tour. More than 10 years touring Madrid with travelers from all over the world. Small groups, maximum 25 people per guide. Includes material printed and illustrated map exclusive to Trip Tours Madrid. Al booking you receive our personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp. At the end of the tour, your guide recommends where eating, drinking and what not to miss.
Inclusions
What's included
- Personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp (when booking)
- Local professional guide, expert in Madrid history
- Exclusive printed matter and illustrated map
- Restaurant recommendations and plans at completion
What's not
- Tip to guide (delivered at completion to satisfaction)
- Entrance fees to monuments (completely outside tour)
- Food or drinks
Itinerary
The nerve center of Madrid: the Km 0 of all roads in Spain, the clock of the 12 grapes of New Year's Eve and the statue of the Bear and the Madronño. You will discover the history of this square since the 15th century and the secrets that hide its buildings.
The most emblematic square in Madrid, the scene of bullfights, cars of faith of the Spanish Inquisition and royal coronations.400 years of dark and fascinating history in every stone.
One of the most beautiful iron markets in Europe, built in 1916. History, architecture and the best recommendations to enjoy it if you want to go in to try something.
The political heart of medieval Madrid. The oldest square in the city, with three centuries of architecture at a glance: Gothic, Plateresque and Baroque Madrid.
The oldest remains of Madrid, from the 9th century. The original fragments of the wall that founded the city and the story of why Madrid was called "Magerit".
The only cathedral in Madrid, consecrated by John Paul II. Scenario of the royal wedding of Philip VI and Letizia. Complete history and curiosities that almost no one knows.
The largest royal palace in Western Europe. Façade, gardens and stories of the kings who inhabited it. We finish at the viewpoint with the best views of Madrid
It is one of the most important theaters in Europe and the first performing arts institution in Spain. We could not finish this tour without seeing its impressive facade and tell you all about its history.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Ratings come from 610 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Puerta del Sol, next to the statue of the Bear and the Madroño, North side in front of the Apple Store. Find our UMBRELLA COMPLETELY YELLOW — we will recognize you instantly even if the square is full. Trouble? Write to us by WhatsApp and help you in the moment.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 25 travellers
- Operated by
- Trip Tours Madrid
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
How it compares in Madrid
- Its from-price is 97% 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 25 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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