Madrid’s Golden Age: History along the Manzanares River

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About this activity

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll leaf through centuries of history in one of the capital’s newest public parks

Parque Madrid Río (meaning Madrid River Park) follows the gentle flow of the Manzanares River through the southern part of the city, like a green ribbon. It’s one of the city’s newest public spaces, yet it’s packed with some of its most important historical places.

You’ll walk along the river’s edge to Puente del Rey and take a trip through time, hearing about the Spanish Golden Age of the 1500s, the Civil War of the 1930s, and, eventually, the present day.

This hour-long walk will introduce you to the river’s fascinating links with the last 500 years of Spanish history, while you enjoy local wildlife and nature along the way. It’s a side of the city that’s popular with locals, but which few visitors ever get to see. So, if you’d like to take a break from Madrid’s bustling city centre, this tour is perfect for you!

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At a glance

Duration: 50 min – 1 h 10 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
Included: The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones

Itinerary

Madrid Rio Park

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Begin your exploration of Madrid Rio Park, a vibrant public space that follows the gentle flow of the Manzanares River through the southern part of the city, offering a mix of history, nature, and recreation.
Parque Madrid Rio

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Discover Parque Madrid Río, a modern urban park that showcases the evolution of Madrid's capital city alongside the Manzanares River.
River Manzanares

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Follow the Manzanares River's path as it winds through Madrid Rio Park, learning about its historical significance and connection to Spain's fortunes.
Stop 4

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Start your journey next to the Segovia Bridge, one of Madrid's oldest bridges, and uncover the secrets of its history and construction.
Stop 5

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Explore the Chapel of the Virgin of the Harbour and learn about its religious significance and the replica statue it houses.
Stop 6

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Discover Dam N° 5, a historical structure that played a crucial role in the development of Madrid's waterways and irrigation systems.
Stop 7

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Encounter the Letters of Madrid, iconic symbols that spell out the city's name and serve as a popular photo spot for visitors.
Stop 8

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Pose for a photo with the Madrid Rio Sign, a recognizable landmark that marks the entrance to Madrid Rio Park.
Stop 9

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Explore Huerta de la Partida, a scenic area within Madrid Rio Park offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Mirador De La Huerta De La Partida

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Enjoy panoramic views of the river valley from Mirador de la Huerta de la Partida, a popular lookout point.
Casa de Campo

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Learn about Casa de Campo, a historical royal hunting ground that has been transformed into one of Madrid's largest public parks.
Stop 12

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Marvel at the Fuente de la Buena Suerte, or Fountain of Good Luck, and discover its significance within Madrid's cultural landscape.
Stop 13

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Discover the Mansion of the Vargas, another historical landmark with ties to Spanish nobility and intrigue.
Stop 14

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Pass by the Puerta del Río, or Gate of the River, and learn about its historical significance as a point of entry and defence for Madrid.
Puente del Rey

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End your tour at the Bridge of the King, a historic bridge that spans the Manzanares River and offers stunning views of Madrid Rio Park.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The starting point is the Segovia Bridge, on the south bank of the Manzanares river. The starting point is the corner of Paseo de Extremadura and Paseo de Ermita Santo Madrid, 28011. The starting point is the Matadero Centre, Plaza de Legazpi, 8, 28045 Madrid.

End point

The tour ends at Puente del Rey, otherwise known as The Bridge of the King.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

3. Create an account

4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

5. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]