• Puerta de Felipe IV - Originally one of the garden’s gates from the 1600s, it has been moved as the park expanded and changed. It offers entry to the French-style gardens of El Retiro.

• Plaza Parterre - Features the renowned “Ahuehuete” or bald cypress tree, one of the oldest in the park and possibly in Madrid.

• Fuente de la Alcachofa Madrid - Originating from the 1700s, it was part of Madrid’s urban renewal under Charles III, designed by the esteemed architect Ventura Rodríguez.

• Fuente de los Galápagos - Created to celebrate the birth of Queen Isabella II, it has been in El Retiro since the mid-1800s.

• Puerta del Real Jardin Botanico - Regarded as the main entrance to the park, leading directly to the iconic Puerta de Alcalá, the most famous of Madrid’s original gates.

• Fuente de las Cuatro Gracias - Dating back to the 1800s, it features the three Greco-Roman graces along with a fourth.

• Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas - Initially a center for milking cows, located near underground water fountains.

• Puerta de Madrid - Constructed in 1900, it provides access to Paseo de O’Donnell.

• Montaña Artificial - Currently serves as a photography center and offers a viewpoint towards the Casita del Pescador.

• Casita del Pescador - Part of the private collection of buildings erected by Ferdinand VII in the 1800s.

• Monumento to Martínez Campos - A statue honoring a significant 19th-century Spanish military figure.

• Monument to Alfonso XII - Built in 1885 to honor the untimely death of King Alfonso XII.

• Jardines del Arquitecto Herrero Palacios - Situated where the “Casa de las Fieras” once stood, including the original enclosure.

• Pabellon de los Jardines de Cecilio Rodriguez - Features “long ponds”: four rectangular water basins in a geometric style with fountains and boxwood hedges along a central axis.

• Fountain of the Fallen Angel - Awarded the First-Class Medal at the National Fine Arts Exhibition in Madrid in 1878.

• Bosque del Recuerdo - A small park within the park, dedicated to the victims of the March 11, 2004, Madrid attacks.

• Palacio De Cristal - Constructed in 1887 for the Philippine Islands Exhibition, originally serving as a grand greenhouse, inspired by London’s Crystal Palace.

• Expert tour guide

• Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)

El Retiro Park comes to life in a special 3-hour guided tour that reveals its fascinating history and breathtaking architecture. Explore iconic sites such as the historic Puerta Felipe IV and the Crystal Palace while uncovering intriguing tales of royal commissions and hidden secrets. Meander through charming plazas, admire ancient trees, and uncover lesser-known areas of this Madrid treasure, perfect for history enthusiasts and photography lovers.

This engaging experience showcases the beauty, history, and hidden gems of El Retiro Park like never before.

• 3-hour guided tour of El Retiro Park’s highlights
• Knowledgeable tour guide
• Explore iconic landmarks and hidden secrets with an expert guide
• Perfect for history enthusiasts and photography aficionados
• Walk through tranquil green spaces and charming plazas

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.