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Step into the electric, chaotic, and deeply nostalgic world of post-Franco Madrid. This tour pulls back the curtain on 'La Movida Madrileña', the explosive countercultural renaissance of the 1980s. You will walk the very streets where a newly liberated youth collided with a conservative, transitional Spain. Through dive bars, neon-lit squares, and underground anthems, we will explore the DIY fashion, the punk music, the birth of Pedro Almodóvar's aesthetic, and the devastating shadow of the heroin epidemic. This is a journey into a fleeting era of absolute, dangerous freedom.
- A 0.3 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 40 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Madrid's main station, take local public transport toward Plaza del Dos de Mayo. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Plaza del Dos de Mayo, Madrid, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Corredera Alta de San Pablo, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Madrid's main station. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Plaza del Dos de Mayo
The geographical and social heart of Malasaña, where the youth reclaimed public space after decades of authoritarian rule.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Opened in 1979, this legendary bar was the 'CBGB of Madrid', a crucial meeting point for musicians, filmmakers, and artists.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3El Penta Bar
Immortalized in the unofficial anthem of La Movida, 'La Chica de Ayer', this bar is a sacred site for Spanish pop-rock history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A bar that doubles as a museum dedicated entirely to La Movida, housing a massive collection of memorabilia and tangible history.
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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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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