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Uncover five centuries of Mexican history hidden inside Madrid's most iconic landmarks. The stories of Moctezuma, Sor Juana, and the birth of Mexican independence come to life in the heart of Spain.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet next to the Cervantes Monument, across El Quixote and Sancho Panza.
Itinerary
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1Monumento Cervantes
A tribute to Spain's greatest writer, with bronze statues of Don Quijote and Sancho Panza at its base.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Estatua de Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz
A tribute to the Mexican nun, poet, and scholar considered one of the great minds of the Hispanic Baroque.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Plaza de Oriente
An elegant square facing the Royal Palace, lined with statues of Spanish monarchs.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
Madrid's cathedral, built beside the Royal Palace and consecrated in the 20th century despite centuries of construction history.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Plaza de la Villa
One of Madrid's oldest squares, home to medieval and Renaissance buildings that once housed the city's government.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Plaza Mayor
Madrid's iconic 17th-century square, site of markets, celebrations, and royal proclamations for centuries.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Puerta del Sol
The literal center of Spain, marked by the Kilómetro Cero plaque. A hub of energy and history, and a good place to reflect on Madrid as the historic center of a global empire.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Calle del Arenal
A lively pedestrian street connecting Puerta del Sol to the Opera district, lined with shops, historic facades, and street life, and home to a beloved character that crossed oceans more than 100 years ago.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Madrid's most famous chocolate-and-churros institution, open since 1894.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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