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- English
- Spanish
Discover the Madrid of the Spanish Civil War through a clear and documented historical tour. This walking tour explains how the conflict transformed the city and the lives of its inhabitants. You will understand the siege, the civil resistance and the international context with the help of a specialized professional guide.
During the tour we will analyze how a besieged city operated, how the defense was organized and how the population coped with bombing, shortages and daily uncertainty. You will also understand why this conflict was observed by European powers and how it influenced the evolution of modern warfare.
An ideal experience for travelers interested in history, memory and political context, seeking a rigorous and accessible explanation beyond superficial data.
The experience operates with voluntary input at the end.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I will be waiting in Callao Square, right in front of Callao cinemas, next to the metro mouth.
The final stop has bus and metro lines.
Itinerary
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1Plaza del Callao
Introduction to the political and social context of the Second Republic and the outbreak of the Civil War in Madrid, a city that would soon become a symbol of resistance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
This will explain the climate of tension leading up to the war and how the conflict affected daily life in the city centre from the outset.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Plaza de Isabel II
Travelers will learn about the role of propaganda, censorship and the media during the war, as well as the importance of national and international public opinion.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Plaza de Oriente
The defensive strategy of Madrid and the symbolic importance of this area during the siege of the capital will be explained.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Templo de Debod
This will address the aerial bombardment of Madrid and explain why this area was especially hard hit during the war.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Paseo del Pintor Rosales
It will tell how this ride was a combat zone and strategic observation, key during the Battle of Madrid.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Final reflection on the end of the war, the Francoist victory, the construction of the Arch as a symbol of the regime and the memory of the Civil War in Spain today.
10 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
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
- 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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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