Madrid - Medieval to Modern Walking Tour (English)

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Inquisitive guests walking along one of Madrid's narrow medieval streets. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tío Tours group in front of the Royal Palace. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

*IMPORTANT* The fee paid with at the point of purchase is simply a reservation fee. Tío Tours works on a donation basis, so feel free to pay whatever you think the activity was worth at the end of the tour. Your donation keeps the activity alive!

Starting in front of the regal Royal Palace of Madrid, the Madrid - Medieval to Modern (Walking Tour) is about to walk you through magical, marvelous Madrid, one fascinating story at a time.

Journey with your native English speaking guide as we discover and reveal many of the city's most iconic landmarks.

The tour will utilise the streets as a canvas to paint a picture of all the curious and crazy activities undertaken by Madrileños, naughty and nice, over the city's many storied years.

The tour won't even really end when we part ways. You’ll have learned so many interesting things about the city that you’ll be keeping your eyes peeled during the rest of your stay in Madrid (that we can guarantee)!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Tío Tours

Ages: Children (1–12 years) · Adults (13–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 2 hour and 30 minute walking tour of Madrid.

Not included

Not included: There are no purchasing opportunities or opportunities to enter any of the attractions seen on tour.

Itinerary

Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena

5 min Admission not included

We discuss the curiosities of the Almudena Cathedral, and how it's creation is intrinsically linked to the Spanish way of doing things.
Royal Palace of Madrid

5 min Admission not included

Immerse yourself in the history of the Royal Palace of Madrid. Meet the interesting characters involved in it's creation, and understand how it's used in the modern day. You may even sneak a glimpse of the king (glimpse of the king not guaranteed)!
Arab Wall

10 min Admission not included

Delve into the times of Islamic España and understand how this period still shapes Madrid to this day. Watch out! You may be donning a crown and fighting with swords at this stop!
Calle Mayor

5 min Admission not included

Unearth the story of a tragic, yet curious event that happened on the Calle Mayor at the beginning of the 20th century.
Monumento A Las Victimas De Mauthausen

5 min Admission not included

Uncover a sinister link between Francoist Spain and Nazi Germany, and learn how it affected everyday Madrileños.
Plaza de la Villa

10 min Admission not included

Gruesome. Brutal. Visceral. It's time to learn about the Spanish Inquisition. Buckle up, this stop is not for the squeemish.
Calle De Codo

5 min Admission not included

Squeeze through the narrow, winding medieval streets of Madrid and hear the tales of the crazy characters who walked those streets before you.
Plaza Del Conde De Barajas

5 min Admission not included

We dive into Madrid's thriving art culture! Trust us, when you leave this square, you'll have your eyes peeled!
Plaza De Puerta Cerrada

5 min Admission not included

Experience some of the criminal elements of Madrid's murky past.
Plaza Mayor

10 min Admission not included

Marvel at the magnificent Plaza Mayor and learn about some of the shocking things that have taken place on the square.
Puerta del Sol

10 min Admission not included

Finish the tour in the iconic Puerta del Sol, in the very centre of Madrid. Learn about modern Madrid and see what makes the city tick.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is the Plaza de la Armería. This is the square between the Royal Palace and the Cathedral. Look out for your guide who will be holding a blue and white umbrella with the Tío Tours logo.

End point

The tour will end in the Puerta del Sol, in the very centre of Madrid. This will allow guests to reach any neighbourhood of Madrid quickly upon completion of the tour.