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Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Madrid

4.8 (13 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Madrid

About this activity

Ride with a local English Speaking Driver and explore the most iconic monuments of Madrid! Your personal driver will not only share historical facts about the areas visited but also local insights that will help you get the feeling of the city’s lifestyle today.

Explore the neighborhoods and landmarks in Madrid like a local. Experience this spectacular city from the comfort of your very own private air-conditioned car.

As the tour is completely customizable, you can add and take points away from the following suggested itinerary.

Our drivers are not licensed guides but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information.

During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures, ask your driver about the place and get benefit from his local knowledge

Visit, Puerta del Sol, Palacio Real, Calle Gran Via, taste tapas, Wander inside the Retiro Park and many many more!

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Welcome Pickups (Madrid)

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Fuel and Tolls
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Included: Well-maintained car
  • Included: Hotel pickup and dropoff
  • Included: English-Speaking & knowledgable local/guide driver
  • Included: Free Wifi onboard

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees for all attractions
  • Not included: Other beverages and meals

Itinerary

  1. Royal Palace of Madrid

    20 min

    The Royal Palace of Madrid is the city's largest building and the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family. This is an exterior visit of the palace.

  2. Puerta del Sol

    30 min

    The famous Madrid square has been throughout history the focal point of transportation and of intellectual and economic activity.

  3. Gran Via

    30 min

    Gran Vía (literally "Great Way") is a street located in central Madrid, mostly dedicated to entertainment with many cinemas, bars and restaurants to enjoy the best tapas.

  4. Plaza Mayor

    10 min

    Madrid's Plaza Mayor is one of the most famous landmarks in Spain and has a rich history dating back several hundred years.

  5. Museo Nacional del Prado

    one hour Admission included

    It is the National Art Museum of Spain and widely considered to have one of the world's finest collections of European art, dating from the 12th century.

  6. Parque del Retiro

    20 min

    Covering over 125 hectares and comprising more than 15,000 trees, El Retiro Park is a green oasis in the heart of the city.

  7. Puerta de Alcala

    10 min

    The Puerta de Alcalá (Door of Alcalá) is a monument that, as its name suggests, was once one of the five doors used to enter the walled city of Madrid.

  8. Cibeles Fountain

    30 min

    The Palace, designed by acclaimed architects Antonio Palacios and Joaquín Otamendi, was opened in 1919 and originally served as the Head Post Office.

  9. Santiago Bernabeu Stadium

    30 min Admission not included

    One of the most historic football stadiums in the world built in 1947, with 81,000 capacity ground for Real Madrid CF

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Room007 Select Sol
  • FORTINN Puerta Del Sol
  • ibis budget Madrid Calle Alcala
  • ILUNION Alcala Norte
  • Mindanao Hotel
  • VP Plaza Espana Design
  • Vincci Soho
  • Hotel Zenit Conde de Orgaz
  • Prisma
  • Casa de Huespedes Dolce Vita
  • Woohoo Suites Madrid
  • Occidental Madrid Este

and 502 more pickup points

"Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.

Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you."

Using your ticket

Traveler pickup is offered fro any central hotel or location in Madrid.

Please note that pick up from the city's Airport will apply to extra charges. Please contact us at [email protected].

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.

  • For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.

  • For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.

Options

  • 4 hours Sightseeing

    Pickup included

  • Half-Day with Prado Tickets

    Prado museum tickets included

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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