Best Walking Tour Madrid

 

 

 

 

 

The walking tour you must take part if you are in Madrid! Join it to discover the main monuments and the best places in the Spanish capital.

On this tour, you’ll explore Madrid with expert English guides who will reveal to you the secrets of the city.

What are you waiting for? Book now your tour before spots run out!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Start of Madrid walking tour

The meeting point to start this free walking tour through the heart of the beautiful city of Madrid is Puerta del Sol. This is one of the many squares of Madrid, and it’s considered the reference point for all Madrileños. In addition, this is one of the liveliest nightlife areas in the city.

 

Plaza Mayor and Mercado San Miguel

A few meters from Puerta del Sol there is Plaza Mayor, a rectangular square that you can access through 10 entrances. This represents an essential point of interest to visit if you are in Madrid and one of the emblems of the city.

Another key point In the middle of this square is the majestic Estatua de Felipe III. This is so much appreciated by tourists.

Attached to the plaza mayor, there is the Mercado San Miguel. In this large gastronomic space, you can try the delights and specialties of the cuisine of many Spanish regions.

 

Main squares

Continuing with the tour, the guide will take you to Plaza de la Villa. This square is located in the historic center of the city that hosts very important buildings. Such as the Casa de la Villa, which many years ago was the city council of Madrid.

 

Another famous square is Plaza de Oriente, surrounded by great attractions for the visitors but also for the locals. Here you can visit the Royal Palace, the Almudena Cathedral, the Royal Theater, and the Monastery of La Encarnación. You can also see the Sabatini Gardens. In addition, the square hosts very different gardens where you can relax and take a walk.

 

Palacio Real

 

 

Almost at the end of the free walking tour, you will be in front of the Palacio Real. One of the largest palaces in Europe. This spectacular building represents the official residence of the kings.

There are very different rooms, each one with its peculiarity.

The Official Rooms are very well-preserved and stylish. The throne room is really impressive.

Additionally, in the Royal Armory, there are shields and weapons of all kinds that make up one of the most important collections in the world.
It’s possible to visit the Palacio Real with a guided tour.

 

Parque del Retiro

A very special place is the Parque del Retiro, the most important park in Madrid, located near the center of the city.

Inside the park, there are many monuments and a small theater, called Teatro de Titeres, where you can attend shows and concerts during the summer.

There is also a very suggestive place, The Estanque Grande. This is a large lake where you can rent boats to navigate and enjoy the view of the park.

You’ll love Parque del Retiro because is very appreciated not only by tourists but also by locals and children who love spending their afternoons there and having fun.

Palacio de Cristal

Another must-see monument inside the park is the Palacio de Cristal. This is considered the symbol of the park.

It’s a structure made of glass and metal, and it’s one of the best examples of iron architecture.

Originally this palace was conceived as a greenhouse for the Flora Exhibition, and after this, it was used for the National Exhibition of Fine Arts. Now it’s home to the Museo de la Reina Sofia and hosts different expositions every year.

 

End of the walking tour and other information you should know

Hope you enjoyed the walking tour through Madrid! If you want some more advice, let’s read the 10 best things to do in Madrid!

 

At the end of the tour, if you enjoyed it and if you are satisfied with the quality of the service, feel free to leave a tip!

If for any reason you can’t attend anymore this walking tour through Madrid, don’t worry! Just remember to cancel the reservation, so other people can take your place. Hoping you can join it another day!