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Walking Tour: Discover Madrid's Old City
5.0
498 Ratings
Madrid
Explore the streets and squares of Spain’s capital on this 2.5-hour exclusive guided walking tour, uncovering the secrets of Madrid’s historic city. Your guide will take you through Madrid’s most iconic spots, revealing the history and personalities that have shaped them over the years.
Explore the streets and squares of Spain’s capital on this 2.5-hour exclusive guided walking tour, uncovering the secrets of Madrid’s historic city. Your guide will take you through Madrid’s most iconic spots, revealing the history and personalities that have shaped them over the years.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Royal Palace of Madrid - Begin the tour at the stunning Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family. Although it served as a home to the Kings of Spain from Charles III to Alfonso XIII, it is now used solely for state ceremonies.
- Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena - Next, proceed to the Almudena Cathedral, a…
- Royal Palace of Madrid - Begin the tour at the stunning Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family. Although it served as a home to the Kings of Spain from Charles III to Alfonso XIII, it is now used solely for state ceremonies.
- Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena - Next, proceed to the Almudena Cathedral, a Catholic Church consecrated by Pope John Paul II in 1993. The visit includes the Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena, a museum within the church.
- Arab Wall - Continue to the Muslim Walls of Madrid, also known as the Arab Walls, situated on Cuesta de la Vega. These walls are likely the oldest surviving structures in the city, linked to Madrid’s origins.
- Calle Mayor - Stroll along Calle Mayor, a central street in Madrid that begins at Puerta de Sol and ends at Cuesta de la Vega. Established in the Middle Ages, it became the city’s main thoroughfare during the Early Modern Period.
- Plaza de la Villa - Along Calle Mayor, discover Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s best-preserved monuments. Located in the historical area near Puerta del Sol Gate, it is a key medieval center of Madrid.
- La Latina - Explore La Latina, a historic neighborhood in downtown Madrid. This area covers much of the oldest part of Madrid and is filled with narrow streets to explore.
- Plaza de la Paja - Once a major marketplace in the 13th and 14th centuries, Plaza de la Paja is known for its lively streets. However, one can find moments of tranquility in unexpected places.
- Plaza de los Carros Madrid - Plaza de los Carros is a charming square with a delightful fountain. Enjoy a refreshing drink while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere.
- Plaza De Puerta Cerrada - Next, visit Plaza de Puerta Cerrada, located in the La Latina neighborhood of Madrid’s historic center. Built on a medieval Islamic fort, La Latina is the city’s oldest and one of its most vibrant areas.
- Tablao Flamenco Arco de Cuchilleros - Then, see the Arco de Cuchilleros, a renowned historical archway with stairs leading to the 16th-century Plaza Mayor, one of Madrid’s most famous plazas.
- Mercado San Miguel - Visit Mercado San Miguel, situated in the heart of the city center, near the historic Plaza Mayor. This beautiful market is filled with food from all over the country.
- Plaza Mayor - Head to Plaza Mayor, a grand arcaded square in central Madrid. Originally built during the Habsburg period of Philip III’s reign, it was once the heart of old Madrid and remains popular with both locals and tourists.
- Real Casa de Postas - Next, see the Real Casa de Postas, a neoclassical administrative building that housed the telegraph service offices of the National Police until it was acquired by Madrid’s Regional Government in 1985.
- Puerta del Sol - Conclude the tour at Puerta del Sol, a bustling square in central Madrid and one of the city’s most iconic sites. It is the center of Spain’s radial road network and features the famous clock whose chimes mark the traditional eating of the Twelve Grapes and the start of a new year.

What's Included
- Private or Semi Private Walking Tour
- Professional Guide
- Private or Semi Private Walking Tour
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
- Admission fees
- Transportation
- Gratuities
- Admission fees
Additional Information
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In…
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Location
Plaza de la Armería
Meet by the Petrvs Statue (Saint Peter) at Plaza de la Armería, across from the main entrance outside of the Palacio Real de Madrid
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Victoria_k
Oct 3, 2025
Walking with a City Expert - Sergio was great and amazingly knowledgeable. Come prepared to walk a lot but you’ll really have a sense of the city and its history when you’re done.
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Josephkokwei_t
Oct 3, 2025
Sergio is a good guide,... - Sergio is a good guide, beautiful weather, bring us to see as many things, is perfect for 1st time in Madrid.
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Pioneer521914
Oct 2, 2025
The Best Guide to Discover Madrid - We had the absolute pleasure of joining a walking tour of Madrid with Flo today, and she was truly outstanding! From the moment the tour began, Flo’s passion for the city shone through. She is incredibly knowledgeable, weaving together history, culture, and fun anecdotes in a way that made every stop come alive.
What impressed us most was how welcoming and patient she was—happily answering all of our questions and even sharing extra tips and recommendations for places to eat, visit, and enjoy beyond the tour itself. Her enthusiasm made the experience not only informative but also so much fun.
Thanks to Flo, we left with a much deeper appreciation for Madrid and some wonderful ideas to keep exploring on our own. We couldn’t recommend her more highly—she’s a fantastic guide and made our time here unforgettable!
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Kristen_p
Oct 2, 2025
Hola Madrid - Michele was fantastic. What a great tour! I would highly recommend to take the tour at the start of your trip to get oriented with Madrid and its most famous sites, history, food, drink and culture. Beautiful city!
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E231vdjoem
Oct 1, 2025
Amazing experience - Amazing information and history communicated well easy to understand and fun to experience with a group. I would highly recommend
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629davido
Sep 30, 2025
Great tour! - Sergio was a great guide- knowledge and fun. He took us to see the highlights all while giving us a peek into Madrid’s storied history.
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Jj_a
Sep 29, 2025
Incredibly interesting tour - This was an amazing tour, Flo is a historian and we learned all about the history of Madrid. She also took us to some oit of the spots such a the clooster nun bakery and worlds smallest museum. Would highly recommend
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Phil_h
Sep 29, 2025
Excellent tour - A journey in history of Madrid and Spain (where it related to Madrid.) Architectural masterpieces and little bits of information and anecdotes. Flo, the guide, was so knowledgable and enthusiastic. I highly recommend and thoroughly enjoyed it
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Beth_b
Sep 27, 2025
So beautiful! - Very interesting. Saw so much. Lots of history. Little difficult to hear our guide at times due to protest and an event occuring. Small group was very appreciated (. 4 couples). Wear very comfortable shoes.
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Tamblyn_k
Sep 27, 2025
Great tour - Enrique was a wonderful guide! He was very knowledgeable regarding Madrid’s history. It was a beautiful day and great tour. I would highly recommend!
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