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Explore the origins of Madrid on this 2.5-hour walking tour, and learn the history of the Spanish capital from its foundation by the Muslims to the arrival of the Bourbon Dynasty. Discover the narrow streets of the Old Town and hear fascinating stories about Madrid history, in lieu of boring facts and figures. Marvel at the majestic Royal Palace of Madrid. A small group of maximum 10 people allows for a much more comfortable, flexible, and engaging experience. It’s easier to move around the city, access places that larger groups cannot, and enjoy a more relaxed pace with time for questions and interaction.
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15 min
Puerta del Sol is one of the most emblematic and busiest places in the city. Learn about Puerta del Sol Square and its most important spots: Oso and Strawberry Tree, Kilometre Zero and King Charles III
15 min
We will visit Plaza Mayor, one of the best examples of baroque architecture in Spain.
5 min
We will visit the Restaurante Sobrino de Botin, the Oldest Restaurant in the World (Guinness World Record certified)
10 min
Discover the emblematic San Miguel Market and feast your senses
15 min
This charming square full of tourists today was the heart of the city in the middle ages; here public executions, religious ceremonies or pagan festivals, took place.
10 min
We will visit the Almudena Cathedral, which was completed at the end of the 20th century This makes it one of the most modern cathedrals in the world.
10 min
Discover one of the largest palace in Europe. In total more than three thousand rooms from where the kings of Spain ruled territories ranging from America to the Philippine Islands.
10 min
This beautiful square was designed during the reign of Jose Bonaparte, brother of Napoléon himself. In the center of the square we will admire the monument to King Felipe IV from the 17th century presides over the square.
10 min
We finish our walking tour at the imposing Teatro Real. This Opera House was inaugurated in 1850 by the Queen Isabel II. Since then, it has established itself as the center of musical life in Madrid.
Puerta del Sol, right next to the Orange store. The guide will be carrying a green umbrella, so you can easily spot them.