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- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
You will know inside the old Post Office building and discover the secrets it houses inside. You will be amazed by the views from its roof from where you will have a beautiful view of Madrid and the Gran Vía, the oldest street in Madrid. The guide will accompany you from this Palace in the main artery of Madrid to the Parque del Retiro, where you will escape from the bustle of the city entering your gardens. Enjoy a haven of peace and tranquility in the center of the Spanish capital and know the importance of this place during the years in the history of Madrid. During your walk the guide will discover different sculptures, fountains and magical places that only locals know.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will be waiting at the main entrance of the Cibeles Palace with a sign of Amigo Tours, please be at least 10 minutes before the start time of the tour.
When the tour ends on foot you can stay in the Park and explore it on your own or rest in one of its corners.
Itinerary
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1
You will start the walking tour with a visit to the Cibeles Palace. This beautiful building, located at the intersection of Paseo del Prado with Calle Alcalá, was built in what were then the Gardens of Buen Retiro. You will enter with the guide to know its interior.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
You will have free time to admire the wonderful views that can be admired of the city of Madrid from this viewpoint.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Cibeles Fountain (Pass by)
This beautiful fountain is located next to the palace and is a symbol of Madrid and the fans of the Real Madrid Football Club, since all the important victories of the team are celebrated here.
Admission ticket free -
3Parque del Retiro
In the seventeenth century the Count-Duke of Olivares, devised a space for recreation of the king and his court, giving rise to the Gardens of the Good Retreat. In 1868 it became a municipal park and since then elements have been added to its heritage. The guide will show you and explain the historical context behind the park's most prominent attractions
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
This fountain is a monument of the city of Madrid, since it was formerly placed on the Gran Vía in Madrid, and it is understood that it was built to commemorate various events of Queen Elizabeth II.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
This monument is a symbolic set of sculptures of the Retiro Park, as it crowns the large pond in the park where you can take little boats to navigate the water.
Admission ticket free -
4
He was commanded to build by Philip IV to recreate naval battles in him.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The Velázquez Palace is located in the Retiro Park. It was built between 1881 and 1883 for the celebration of the National Mining Exhibition, held in the city between the months of May and November 1883.
Admission ticket free -
5Palacio De Cristal
This beautiful building that resembles a greenhouse is part of the Prado Museum and sometimes exhibitions of contemporary art are held inside.
Admission ticket free -
6
Discover the symbology that hides this statue and why it is located 666 meters above sea level
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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