Guided Tour of Madrid of the Austrias and the Historic Center
by Trip Tours Madrid
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€1.99Overview
This walking tour lasts about two and a half hours and covers Madrid of the Austrias and the historic center. It begins in Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s most famous square, where the guide meets the group by the yellow umbrella near the statue of El Oso and El Madroño. The guide explains the square’s history and its importance to the city. The tour then moves to Plaza Mayor, one of Spain’s oldest and busiest squares, where the guide describes its historical events and interesting facts. Next, the group visits Mercado de San Miguel, a historic market building that now serves as a lively place to enjoy drinks and the local atmosphere. After that, the tour continues to Plaza de la Villa, a medieval square formed by three original streets from the city’s early layout. The walk proceeds to Almudena Cathedral, a modern Gothic church with a Neo-Romanesque crypt, where the guide provides detailed history. The route then leads to the Royal Palace, an imposing building surrounded by gardens, with stories about the kings who lived there. The final stop is Teatro Real, Spain’s first performing arts institution and one of Europe’s important theaters; the guide shares the history of its facade and cultural significance before ending the tour. The tour includes printed materials and teaching tools along the route, a guided visit throughout, and a link for personalized recommendations about what to do in Madrid. Snacks, gratuities, and entry fees to any sites are not included, and no site entry is required as the tour remains outdoors.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Puerta del Sol
The tour starts in Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s most famous square. The group meets near the statue of El Oso and El Madroño by the guide’s yellow umbrella. The guide explains the historical events that shaped the square and its importance in the city’s history.
20 min
Plaza Mayor
Plaza Mayor is one of Madrid’s busiest squares and one of the earliest public squares in Spain. The guide shares the history and curiosities connected to this location, highlighting its role through centuries.
25 min
Mercado de San Miguel
This historic market building has a long history and now functions as a charming place to enjoy drinks and the local atmosphere. The guide talks about its past and current role in Madrid life.
10 min
Plaza de la Villa
Plaza de la Villa was a key center in medieval Madrid. It formed around three old streets tracing the city’s original layout. The guide provides historical context about this medieval square.
20 min
Almudena Cathedral
Almudena Cathedral is a modern Gothic cathedral with a significant Neo-Romanesque crypt. The guide explains the cathedral’s history and architectural features during the stop.
20 min
Royal Palace
The Royal Palace is an impressive building surrounded by extensive gardens. The guide recounts the history of the kings who lived there and shares anecdotes related to the palace.
20 min
Teatro Real
Teatro Real is Spain’s first performing arts institution and one of Europe’s important theaters. The tour concludes with a visit to its impressive facade and stories about its cultural significance.
20 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point is next to the statue of the Bear and Madroño. You will find us with the Yellow Umbrella.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Guided Tour of Madrid of the Austrias and the Historic Center
by Trip Tours Madrid
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€1.99Overview
This walking tour lasts about two and a half hours and covers Madrid of the Austrias and the historic center. It begins in Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s most famous square, where the guide meets the group by the yellow umbrella near the statue of El Oso and El Madroño. The guide explains the square’s history and its importance to the city. The tour then moves to Plaza Mayor, one of Spain’s oldest and busiest squares, where the guide describes its historical events and interesting facts. Next, the group visits Mercado de San Miguel, a historic market building that now serves as a lively place to enjoy drinks and the local atmosphere. After that, the tour continues to Plaza de la Villa, a medieval square formed by three original streets from the city’s early layout. The walk proceeds to Almudena Cathedral, a modern Gothic church with a Neo-Romanesque crypt, where the guide provides detailed history. The route then leads to the Royal Palace, an imposing building surrounded by gardens, with stories about the kings who lived there. The final stop is Teatro Real, Spain’s first performing arts institution and one of Europe’s important theaters; the guide shares the history of its facade and cultural significance before ending the tour. The tour includes printed materials and teaching tools along the route, a guided visit throughout, and a link for personalized recommendations about what to do in Madrid. Snacks, gratuities, and entry fees to any sites are not included, and no site entry is required as the tour remains outdoors.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Puerta del Sol
The tour starts in Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s most famous square. The group meets near the statue of El Oso and El Madroño by the guide’s yellow umbrella. The guide explains the historical events that shaped the square and its importance in the city’s history.
20 min
Plaza Mayor
Plaza Mayor is one of Madrid’s busiest squares and one of the earliest public squares in Spain. The guide shares the history and curiosities connected to this location, highlighting its role through centuries.
25 min
Mercado de San Miguel
This historic market building has a long history and now functions as a charming place to enjoy drinks and the local atmosphere. The guide talks about its past and current role in Madrid life.
10 min
Plaza de la Villa
Plaza de la Villa was a key center in medieval Madrid. It formed around three old streets tracing the city’s original layout. The guide provides historical context about this medieval square.
20 min
Almudena Cathedral
Almudena Cathedral is a modern Gothic cathedral with a significant Neo-Romanesque crypt. The guide explains the cathedral’s history and architectural features during the stop.
20 min
Royal Palace
The Royal Palace is an impressive building surrounded by extensive gardens. The guide recounts the history of the kings who lived there and shares anecdotes related to the palace.
20 min
Teatro Real
Teatro Real is Spain’s first performing arts institution and one of Europe’s important theaters. The tour concludes with a visit to its impressive facade and stories about its cultural significance.
20 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point is next to the statue of the Bear and Madroño. You will find us with the Yellow Umbrella.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.