Paula was our guide and luckily for us the group was small which is our preference. Paula ‘s knowledge was impressive . She was very generous with tips about where to eat and shop and what was a speciality of a particular business. We were the oldest in the group and everyone was so kind for us not to be rushed. Wonderful first day in Madrid
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What's Included
Includes
- Map of the Center of Madrid
- MADride tour guide
Excludes
- Not mentioned drinks, food or entrance fees
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Bear Statue (Oso y el Madroño) in Puerta del Sol (Metro lines 1, 2, and 3). Look for our guides wearing a red T-shirt and holding a sign with your name on it, both with our bear logo. If you have trouble finding us, you can search the following address on Google Maps: Puerta del Sol, 1, 28013.
Return
- Bear Statue (Oso y el Madroño) in Puerta del Sol (Metro lines 1, 2, and 3). Look for our guides wearing a red T-shirt and holding a sign with your name on it, both with our bear logo. If you have trouble finding us, you can search the following address on Google Maps: Puerta del Sol, 1, 28013.
Itinerary
Discover the historic heart of Madrid at Puerta del Sol. Learn about the famous Km 0 marker, the equestrian statue of King Carlos III, and the impressive architecture of the old Post Office amidst this bustling square's many monuments.
Stroll down Calle Arenal and visit the historic San Ginés churro shop, the oldest in Madrid. Just next door, explore the ancient San Ginés Church, believed to be the oldest in the city, dating back to a time when it stood outside the city walls.
Visit Plaza Isabel II and delve into the history of Queen Isabel II. Marvel at the stunning Teatro Real, one of Europe's most prestigious opera houses, located in this charming square.
Explore Plaza de Oriente and admire the magnificent equestrian statue of Felipe IV.
Learn about the history of the Royal Palace and its connection to the first Bourbon King of Spain.
Visit the impressive Almudena Cathedral, a stunning blend of architectural styles and the spiritual heart of Madrid. Discover its rich history and significance to the city.
Wander through the historic Barrio de los Austrias, the oldest neighborhood in Madrid. Visit Plaza de la Paja and uncover its history as a bustling marketplace in the Villa de Madrid. Finally, see a Madroño tree, used to make the traditional Madroño liqueur, a true taste of Madrid.
Conclude your tour at the iconic Plaza Mayor, where your guide will share the rich history of this grand square. Learn about its origins, historic events, and the vibrant atmosphere that has made it a central hub of Madrid for centuries.
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Excellent, professional and knowledgeable guide! Excellent command of the English language and material covered.
Free walking Tour yesterday with Fernando was informative and fun. His knowledge mixed with sense of humour made this the best walking tour I’ve ever been on. Job well done. We will certainly be recommending you & coming back for more.
Paula was our amazing tour guide for this 2 hour walking tour. We booked it through DiscoverWalks, but it was run by MADride. Because it was a free tour (paid by tips at the end), I had very low expectations. I was very wrong because this tour blew us away. Paula was super fun and had all kinds of details at every corner. She was the best tour guide we had in all of Spain (and we had a bunch this trip). She accommodated a few requests like stopping to grab a coffee and helped us with the cookies at the convent. She kept our 3 teens engaged and interested the whole time. An unexpected bonus was that she gave us a bunch of food recs at the end. We used 3 of them and she was spot on with these good places. I'm not sure how you request Paula, but if you can, you should!
Sayna is an amazing guide, has a lot of knowledge and eager to explain additional facts when asked. Very recommendable!
Enjoyed the walking tour through the streets of Madrid. Fernando was friendly and very informative as we went through the afternoon tour. Enjoyed the Madruño drink at end of the tour.
We booked a city tour with Madride as part of an business offsite. Our tour guide Paula was amazing. She was very patient, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. We loved her quirky personality. Overall, it was a great decision to book with Madride. It was very professional from beginning to the end.
Fantastic walking tour with Marik. Loads of detail and interesting facts about Madrid. Great energy and loads of personality, flexible with our group. Medrona shot was fun Loads of great tips and recommendations too. Thanks Darren from Dublin
Great walking tour! Took us to the hotspots and was very informative and friendly! Our guide kept us entertained and interested! Highly recommend
The tour covered the highlights. Which is all I can say. Our guide was a sweet young girl but her knowledge and enthusiasm was basic. She was an American student who has been in Madrid for 2 years. As I said we saw the basic areas as outlined in the tour. But her knowledge and enthusiasm was basic to say the least. We have been traveling for 2 weeks and this was our 6th tour and unfortunately it was our least favorite.
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