Madrid : Gran Via, Cibeles, Paseo del Prado and Retiro

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Puerta del Sol

  The starting point of the tour and the nerve center of Madrid. Here you will find the Km 0 of all roads in Spain, the famous clock of the chimes of New Year's Eve and the statue of the Bear and the Madronño. We will tell you the history of this square since the 15th century and the secrets that hide its buildings.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  The most exclusive hotel in Madrid, located in the historic Santa Ana Palace, a neoclassical building from the 19th century which was for decades the headquarters of the Ministry of the Navy. You will find out how this palace was transformed into one of the Europe's most important luxury hotels and histories that guard its walls between the Plaza de Cibeles and the Paseo del Prado.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Calle de Alcala

  One of the longest and oldest streets in Madrid, connecting the center with the historic neighborhoods of the east. You will admire the majestic Circle of Fine Arts Building and know the historical importance of this road that has been the cultural and financial axis of the capital for centuries.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Banco de Espana

  The most protected building in Madrid and one of the most imposing in Europe. Discover the urban legends surrounding its underground treasure, its incredible system Security and the secrets of the heart financial institution of Spain since 1856.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Plaza de Cibeles

  One of the most recognizable symbols of Madrid: the goddess Cibeles on his wagon pulled by lions. We'll explain their mythological origin, why Real Madrid celebrate here its titles and the four monumental buildings surrounding the square: the Palace of Cibeles, the Bank of Spain, Buenavista Palace and Linares Palace.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6
  Paseo del Prado

  The most important walk in Madrid and Heritage of the UNESCO Humanity. You will walk along the so-called Art Walk, flanked by three of the most important museums in the world: the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum and the Thyssen Museum. We will tell you his story and his extraordinary cultural legacy.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Fuente de Neptuno

  The iconic fountain of the sea god, where fans Atletico Madrid celebrate their victories. You'll meet its mythological significance, the historical rivalry with the Cibeles of Real Madrid and how these two sources represent the split identity of the city.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• Museo Nacional del Prado (Pass by)

  We pass in front of one of the most important museums of the world, home of the masterpieces of Velázquez, Goya, The Bosco and Rubens. We'll tell you his story, how he was born and what treasures it holds inside so that, if you wish, you can visit it on your own at the end of the tour.

  Admission ticket free
• 8
  Parque del Retiro

  We finish in the green lung of Madrid, Heritage of UNESCO Humanity. You will discover the majestic Crystal Palace, the Great Pond, the Rosaleda and the historic gardens surrounding this 118-hectare oasis in the heart of the city. The perfect place to continue your day in Madrid.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Gran Via

  The grand boulevard of Madrid, known as the Broadway of Madrid. You will discover its impressive architecture of the early 20th century, the most emblematic buildings such as the Metropolis Building and the Telefónica Building, its historical theaters and the curiosities that hide this unique street in the world.

  20 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
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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