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Private guided tour: Madrid City Highlights and Palace Quarter

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Overview

- EXPLORE MADRID IN A PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR
- 2,30 hours
- GUIDED BY A CERTIFIED OFFICIAL LOCAL GUIDE
- 100% REFUND 24 h CANCELLATION OR IF NOT SATISFIED

-We will visit the Royal palace Sabattini Gardens and the Outside the entire complex
-Amusing and fun explanations combined with the best historical and artistic comments.
- Complete visit of Madrid's historic city center
-See the Spanish capital's grand buildings and iconic monuments.
- Includes: ROYAL PALACE OUTSIDE INTENSIVE EXPLANATIONS, CATHEDRAL square, PLAZA MAYOR, SAN MIGUEL MARKET AND DEBOD TEMPLE
-Learn about Madrid's long and fascinating history, and gain insight into local culture.

What's Included

  • OFFICIAL CERTIFIED GUIDE
  • PALACE TICKETS NOT INCLUDED ONLY OUTDOOR VISIT
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Meeting Location

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Calle de Ferraz
22, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain

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Plaza Mayor
Madrid, Spain

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Templo de Debod

The Debod Temple, a jewel of the Nile brought to Madrid stone to stone to rebuild in Europe a complete Egyptian Temple saved from the Aswan Damm construction. Its more than 2.220 years old and was consacrated to the god Amon.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Parque del Oeste

The most impressive panoramic view of Madrid, from the site the city was born in IX century from Debod Temple.
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Plaza De Espana

The most important Square of in the west side of the city, were stands the statue tribute to Don Quixote and its writer Miguel de Cervantes.
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Plaza de Oriente

Discover this amazing monumental and garden square, it contains the collection of 20 sculptures of the ancient visigoth kings of Spain carved in stone, flanked by the Royal Opera House and the Royal palace and at it's center the equestrian bronze sculpture of the King Philip IV, designed by Galileo Galilei and Velázquez.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Royal Palace of Madrid

Visit the outside of Madrid Royal Palace, the official residence of Kings of Spain.Our oficial guide will explain to you the impressive historical and artistic heritage that is part of this huge palace.
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Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena

Outer view and full explanation of the Neogothic Cathedral of Madrid and his surrounding landscape.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Calle Mayor

A historical walk from old Madrid main street, through the old stone pavemented streets, squares and narrow alleys that compose the XV century Hasburgs quarter.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Plaza de la Villa

The heart of ancient Madrid is this old town square which contains the city hall " Plaza de la Villa" With it´s historical buildings and the statue of Álvaro de Bazán the Grand admiral of the Spanish Armada.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mercado San Miguel

Visit the San Miguel market famous worldwide for its tapas and delicatessen stores.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Plaza Mayor

"Plaza Mayor" is the main square of the old city, location of medieval tournaments, inquisition trials, and even bullfights, at it´s center a equestrian statue of Philip III of Spain, it's surrounded of restaurants and tapas bar, amongst them the oldest taberns of the world.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private guided tour: Madrid City Highlights and Palace Quarter?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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