Private Walking Tour: Madrid Old Town & Stunning City Views

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About this activity

Explore the origins of Madrid on a private 3-hour walking tour and learn about Madrid, its history, culture, traditons and people.

This tour is a fantastic introduction to the history of the Spanish capital from its foundation by the Muslims to the present day.

Discover the narrow streets of the Old Town and hear fascinating stories about Madrid.

Your experience concludes at the spectacular rooftop terrace of the Riu Plaza España Hotel, offering breathtaking 360° views of Madrid from the 27th floor, over 100 meters above the ground.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: OgoTours

What is included

Included

Included: Viewpoint tickets included
Included: Local guide
Included: Private tour
Included: Local taxes

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

OgoTours

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
Plaza Mayor

10 min

We will visit Plaza Mayor, one of the best examples of baroque architecture in Spain.
Mercado San Miguel

10 min

Discover the emblematic San Miguel Market and feast your senses. There is no better place in Madrid to learn a little about the fantastic and tasty Spanish food.
Plaza de la Villa

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.
Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena

10 min Admission not included

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.
Royal Palace of Madrid

10 min Admission not included

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.
Plaza de Oriente

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.
Teatro Real

10 min

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.
Plaza De Espana

20 min

You’ll find one of Madrid’s most iconic landmarks — the impressive monument to Miguel de Cervantes, flanked by the famous statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza.

Your experience concludes at the spectacular rooftop terrace of the Riu Plaza España Hotel, offering breathtaking 360° views of Madrid from the 27th floor, over 100 meters above the ground.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Puerta del Sol Square (equestrian statue of King Carlos III). The guide will be holding a sign.

End point

The tour ends at the rooftop viewpoint of the Riu Plaza España Hotel, where you’ll enjoy the best panoramic views of Madrid from the 27th floor — more than 100 meters above the city.