Madrid Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

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Madrid Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

Price from
€179
Duration
6 h
Group size
Private tour
Guide languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Overview

Stroll through Madrid’s royal heart, from the Almudena Cathedral to Puerta del Sol, uncovering legends, architecture, and local charm. Opt to extend your tour with a visit to the Church of Saint Genesius, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, or Reina Sofía Museum.

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Discover Madrid’s historic Old Town with a 5-Star Private Guide

- Explore the Old Town from the Royal Palace to Puerta del Sol

- Admire the Baroque beauty of the Church of Saint Genesius with free entry (in the 3-, 4-, and 6-hour option only)

- Enjoy timed entry to the Thyssen Museum and see masterpieces by Van Gogh (in the 4-, and 6-hour option only)

- Beat the crowds with Skip-the-Line tickets to the Reina Sofía Museum (in the 6-hour option only)

This fun and history-filled tour of Madrid’s Old Town lets you trace the roots of Spanish royalty, art, and legends, guided by an Expert Licensed Guide. Uncover the capital’s charm from hidden gems to iconic plazas.

What's included

5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
Skip-the-Line tickets to the Reina Sofía Museum (in the 6-hour option only)
Timed Entry to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (in the 4-, and 6-hour option only)
Private Walking Tour of Madrid's historic Old Town (attractions depends on the selected option)
Free Entry to the Church of Saint Genesius (in the 3-, 4-, and 6-hour option only)

Not included

Skip-the-Line tickets to the Reina Sofía Museum (in the 2-, 3-, and 4-hour option)
Timed Entry to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (in the 2-, and 3-hour option)
Free Entry to the Church of Saint Genesius (in the 2-hour option)
Food and drinks

What you will do

Stop 1
Meet your guide In front of La Mariblanca, C. del Arenal, 2, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
10 min
Stop 2
Walking tour and step into a tale of Madrid’s Old Town, where history whispers through cobblestone streets and each landmark holds a secret. Your journey begins at the enchanted Kilometre Zero, the mystical heart of Spain’s roads, from which all paths in the kingdom are measured.
45 min
Plaza Mayor
From there, you’ll be drawn into the timeless charm of Plaza Mayor, a grand square where centuries of stories linger in the air. As you wander further, the graceful Statue of Isabel II appears, a regal figure who watches over the city, guiding you toward the next chapter of your adventure.
1 h 5 min
Teatro Real
The magic intensifies as you approach Teatro Real, Madrid’s grand opera house, where melodies from long ago still dance in the air. Then, gaze at the Royal Palace of Madrid, a majestic symbol of Spanish royalty so grand it could only belong in a fairy tale, its walls echoing with tales of kings and queens.
1 h 10 min
Royal Palace of Madrid
As your journey continues, you’ll be awestruck by the magnificent Cathedral of Saint Mary the Royal of the Almudena, a place of serenity and wonder where the sacred meets the sublime. Finally, your tale concludes at the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great, with its majestic dome rising toward the heavens, a beacon of art and faith. Book your tour now and explore the magic of Madrid’s Old Town!
1 h 30 min
Stop 6
Finally, your tale concludes at the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great, with its majestic dome rising toward the heavens, a beacon of art and faith. Book your tour now and explore the magic of Madrid’s Old Town!
1 h 20 min

Meeting point

Meet your guide In front of La Mariblanca, C. del Arenal, 2, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

End point: Meet your guide In front of La Mariblanca, C. del Arenal, 2, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Important information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check your email the day before the tour for important details from your tour operator.
The itinerary depends on the selected option.
Free entry to the Church of Saint Genesius is restricted during prayers, religious holidays and special events. Due to limited opening hours it may be removed from the 4- and 6-hour itineraries.
Timed entry tickets to Thyssen Museum (permanent collection) allow you to skip the ticket line.
Skip-the-line tickets to Reina Sofía Museum (permanent collection) let you bypass the ticket office, but not the queue for security and entry.
This is a moderate 2,5 -3,5 km walking tour. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
2-, 3-, and 4-hour tours: 1 licensed guide can lead 1-25 participants.
6-hour tour: Due to museum’s policy, group size is limited to 7 guests per guide. We will provide additional guides for larger groups.