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Madrid Old Town - Small Group Tour (Up to 10 people)

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Madrid, Spain

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Overview

Explore the origins of Madrid on this 2.5-hour walking tour, and learn the history of the Spanish capital from its foundation by the Muslims to the arrival of the Bourbon Dynasty.

Discover the narrow streets of the Old Town and hear fascinating stories about Madrid history, in lieu of boring facts and figures.

Marvel at the majestic Royal Palace of Madrid.

A small group of maximum 10 people allows for a much more comfortable, flexible, and engaging experience. It’s easier to move around the city, access places that larger groups cannot, and enjoy a more relaxed pace with time for questions and interaction.

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Puerta del Sol
12, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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End point

Plaza de Oriente
1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Puerta del Sol

Puerta del Sol is one of the most emblematic and busiest places in the city. Learn about Puerta del Sol Square and its most important spots: Oso and Strawberry Tree, Kilometre Zero and King Charles III
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaza Mayor

We will visit Plaza Mayor, one of the best examples of baroque architecture in Spain.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sobrino de Botín

We will visit the Restaurante Sobrino de Botin, the Oldest Restaurant in the World (Guinness World Record certified)
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercado San Miguel

Discover the emblematic San Miguel Market and feast your senses
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de la Villa

This charming square full of tourists today was the heart of the city in the middle ages; here public executions, religious ceremonies or pagan festivals, took place.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena

We will visit the Almudena Cathedral, which was completed at the end of the 20th century This makes it one of the most modern cathedrals in the world.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Palace of Madrid

Discover one of the largest palace in Europe. In total more than three thousand rooms from where the kings of Spain ruled territories ranging from America to the Philippine Islands.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de Oriente

This beautiful square was designed during the reign of Jose Bonaparte, brother of Napoléon himself. In the center of the square we will admire the monument to King Felipe IV from the 17th century presides over the square.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Teatro Real

We finish our walking tour at the imposing Teatro Real. This Opera House was inaugurated in 1850 by the Queen Isabel II. Since then, it has established itself as the center of musical life in Madrid.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Old Town – Small Group Tour (Up to 10 people)?

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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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