Madrid 1936 And 1939 Civil War and the start of modern warfare

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About this activity

Discover the Madrid of the Spanish Civil War through a clear and documented historical tour. This walking tour explains how the conflict transformed the city and the lives of its inhabitants. You will understand the siege, the civil resistance and the international context with the help of a specialized professional guide.

During the tour we will analyze how a besieged city operated, how the defense was organized and how the population coped with bombing, shortages and daily uncertainty. You will also understand why this conflict was observed by European powers and how it influenced the evolution of modern warfare.

An ideal experience for travelers interested in history, memory and political context, seeking a rigorous and accessible explanation beyond superficial data.

The experience operates with voluntary input at the end.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 15 min – 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Victours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Guided walking tour
Included: Madrid Walking Tour
Included: Tip the guide at the end of the tour, depending on the experience and satisfaction of the participant.
Included: Historical explanations by local guide

Itinerary

Plaza del Callao

10 min

Introduction to the political and social context of the Second Republic and the outbreak of the Civil War in Madrid, a city that would soon become a symbol of resistance.
Plaza de San Martin

10 min

This will explain the climate of tension leading up to the war and how the conflict affected daily life in the city centre from the outset.
Plaza de Isabel II

10 min

Travelers will learn about the role of propaganda, censorship and the media during the war, as well as the importance of national and international public opinion.
Plaza de Oriente

10 min

The defensive strategy of Madrid and the symbolic importance of this area during the siege of the capital will be explained.
Templo de Debod

10 min

This will address the aerial bombardment of Madrid and explain why this area was especially hard hit during the war.
Paseo del Pintor Rosales

10 min

It will tell how this ride was a combat zone and strategic observation, key during the Battle of Madrid.
Moncloa - Aravaca

10 min

Final reflection on the end of the war, the Francoist victory, the construction of the Arch as a symbol of the regime and the memory of the Civil War in Spain today.