Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons

9.2
1616 Reviews
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Provided by: Trip Tours Madrid
Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
Puerta del Sol, Oso y Madroño
Languages
Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

What's On The Agenda:

Embark on a journey through Madrid's monumental heritage, capturing the spirit of the Bourbon era and ending in the city's green heart, El Retiro Park. Our knowledgeable guides will unravel the fascinating stories behind Madrid's architectural gems and iconic landmarks.

Iconic Edifices & Art Houses - Witness Madrid’s cultural pillars like the Círculo de Bellas Artes, Metropolis Building, and the Real Academia de Bellas Artes. Snap Instagrammable moments at these architectural marvels!

Starting Point:
Puerta del Sol
Look for Our iconic yellow umbrella branded with Trip Tours Madrid.

Highlights:
Puerta de Alcalá: A grand gateway heralding the city's elegance.
Cibeles Fountain: An iconic symbol of Madrid.
Gran Vía: The bustling street that never sleeps.
El Retiro Park: Lose yourself in its green expanse and beautiful sculptures.

Important Notes:
One day before, you'll receive a WhatsApp or Email to CONFIRM your spot.

Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bring water and sunscreen.
Suggested tip: €10-15 per person.
Join us and unveil the secrets of Madrid's monumental landmarks! Guaranteed fun and learning!
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This activity includes:

  • Círculo de Bellas Artes
  • El Retiro Park
  • Puerta de Alcalá
  • Metropolis Building
  • El Oso y el Madroño
  • San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
  • Puerta del Sol

Our Guides

Maryvic — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
Maryvic
Cristian — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
Cristian
Dina — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
Dina
JoSe — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
JoSe
Juan Diego — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
Juan Diego
Camila — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
Camila
Marik — Guide of Discover Madrid’s Treasures from Retiro to the Bourbons, Spain
Marik

Meeting point

Puerta del Sol, Oso y Madroño

On arrival

Meeting Point:
We will meet at Puerta del Sol, right next to the iconic statue of the Bear and the Madroño Tree. Our guide will be easy to spot—just look for the COMPLETELY YELLOW UMBRELLA.

Arrival Time:
Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a smooth start.

Confirmation Required:
On the morning of your tour, you will receive a WhatsApp confirmation message. Please make sure your WhatsApp number is correct and confirm your attendance by replying.

This helps us organize the group and ensure a great experience for everyone.

Things to note

- Confirmation & Attendance: You will receive a WhatsApp confirmation on the morning of the tour. Please ensure your number is correct and reply to confirm your attendance.

- Dress Comfortably: The tour involves walking, so wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. We recommend bringing water and sunscreen on hot days.

- Interact & Enjoy: Our guides are passionate about Madrid’s history and culture. Feel free to ask questions and engage—your curiosity makes the experience even better!

- Need Help? If you have any questions, contact us via FreeTour chat. We're here to assist you!

Enjoy the tour and discover Madrid like never before.

How can the tour be free?

Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to $50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.

Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.

Rating
9.2
Organisation
9.3
Atmosphere
9.5
Content
9.2
Guide
9.2
Usefulness
9.3
Reviews (1616)
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Reviewed on Jan 22, 2024
“Great Tour”
This tour was amazing, it included plenty of historical facts and the tour guide was very knowledgeable with any queries regarding the city from the group. This tour included sites not typically available in other tours we searched. Perfect for the person who enjoys history
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Reviewed on Dec 10, 2023
“Good guide.”
Very good tour. We have been on the regular tour and wanted something different.
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Reviewed on Oct 03, 2023
“Awesome tour!!!”
Love the tour and the guide. I would definitely recommend it.
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Reviewed on Oct 02, 2023
“Interesting and entertaining ”
Madrid has so much to offer. This is a great way spend a few hours. Something interesting around every corner.
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Reviewed on Jul 08, 2019
“Muy completo”
Buen tour con Irina, que habla un castellano excelente y nos dió información muy interesante sobre algunos de los sitios más importantes de la ciudad.
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Reviewed on Jul 05, 2019
“Agradecida por la experiencia!!”
Un tour muy completo, pero es sin duda, la capacidad y profesionalismo del guía (en mi caso Irina) para que logres encantarte con la experiencia, sentir e interesarte por la historia. Repetiré sin duda!!!
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Reviewed on Feb 04, 2019
“Madrid monumental ”
Muy buen tour, recomendable, la guía irina muy buena, graciosa y divertida que hizo que el paseo fuera ameno con la historia de Madrid y sus anécdotas. Gracias
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Reviewed on Nov 01, 2018
“acerca del tour y del guia”
el recorrido de la visita al museo del prado y los conocimientos del guia nos han hecho disfrutar enormemente de este tour
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Reviewed on Aug 05, 2018
“Madrid basico”
Muy buena experiencia, Clara un encanto
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Reviewed on Mar 23, 2018
“Madrid historico”
Raul gran guia. Los felicito
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Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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