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This walking experience introduces you to Madrid through its streets, squares, and everyday food culture, guided by a knowledgeable local.
The route moves through the Old Town, where layers of history come together — from medieval streets to royal landmarks. Along the way, your guide shares context about Madrid’s development, daily life, and the role tapas play in Spanish social culture.
Midway through the walk, the group stops at a traditional local bar. There’s no fixed menu or tasting setup. Instead, you choose what you’d like to eat or drink directly from the bar, just as locals do. Your guide explains how tapas culture works, offers recommendations, and helps you navigate the options. Each guest pays only for what they order.
After the break, the walk continues through key historic areas, ending near Madrid’s royal zone. The pace is unhurried, with time for questions, photos, and conversation.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point – Lope de Vega’s House-Museum Meet right at the entrance of the Lope de Vega House-Museum on Calle de Cervantes. It’s the small historic brick building with the museum sign.
The tour finishes at Plaza de Oriente, next to the Royal Palace, with easy access to public transport, cafés, and restaurants.
Itinerary
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1Puerta del Sol
Puerta del Sol is Madrid’s most central and lively square, where locals meet, celebrate, and pass through at all hours of the day. It’s considered the symbolic heart of the city and home to well-known landmarks such as the Kilómetro Cero and the famous clock where Spaniards welcome the New Year. From here, guests are perfectly placed to continue exploring, shop, eat, or head easily to any part of Madrid by public transport.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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One of Madrid’s oldest hotels, located in the historic center near Plaza Mayor. The stop is used to explain the development of the Old Town and how this area functioned historically as a hub for travelers, trade, and everyday city life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A short walk through one of Madrid’s central streets near Puerta del Sol, used to talk about everyday life in the city, how locals move around the historic center, and how these smaller streets connect the main squares of Madrid.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Plaza Mayor
Madrid’s most iconic historic square, used to explain the city’s past as a royal capital. Here we talk about public life in earlier centuries, major events held in the square, and how Plaza Mayor has evolved from a marketplace and gathering point into one of Madrid’s central landmarks today.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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One of the most recognizable entrances to Plaza Mayor. This steep archway is used to explain the layout of old Madrid, the role of surrounding streets in daily life, and the history of taverns and trades that developed in this area, especially those connected to food and local cuisine.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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One of Madrid’s narrowest and most distinctive streets. This stop is used to talk about medieval city planning, how space was used inside the old walls, and why streets like this were designed for shade, defense, and everyday life in historic Madrid.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Plaza de la Villa
One of Madrid’s oldest squares and the former political center of the city. Here we explain how Madrid was governed before it became the royal capital, the role of the old town hall, and how this area reflects the city’s medieval past.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Madrid’s main cathedral, located opposite the Royal Palace. This stop is used to explain why the cathedral was completed so late compared to others in Spain, its unique mix of architectural styles, and its connection to the Spanish monarchy and the city’s modern history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Royal Palace of Madrid
The official residence of the Spanish royal family, used today for state ceremonies. At this stop, we talk about the Spanish monarchy, the Bourbon dynasty, and how the palace symbolizes Madrid’s transformation into a royal capital, as well as its role in Spain’s political and ceremonial life today.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Plaza de Oriente
A formal square linking the Royal Palace with the historic center. This stop is used to explain the urban planning around the palace, the surrounding statues of Spanish kings, and how this area connects royal Madrid with everyday city life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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