Madrid : Gran Via, Cibeles, Paseo del Prado and Retiro

5.0 (24 reviews) Madrid, Spain
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Tour Gran Via, Cibeles, Paseo del Prado, the Fountain of Neptune and the Retiro Park in 21⁄2 hours. The tour of monumental and Bourbon Madrid: the grand boulevards, the mythical fountains, the walk of the most important museums in Europe and the green lung World Heritage Site. Not only will you see Madrid — you will understand why this city is different from all the others.

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Small groups, maximum 25 people per guide. When booking you receive our guide to Madrid by WhatsApp. At the end, your guide recommends where to eat and what not to miss. We are waiting for you at Puerta del Sol with our COMPLETELY YELLOW UMBRELLA.

Options

English Tour
Tour in Spanish

What's included

  • Personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp (when booking)
  • Local professional guide, expert in Madrid history
  • Exclusive printed matter and illustrated map
  • Restaurant recommendations and plans at completion
  • Tip to guide (delivered at completion to satisfaction)
  • Entrance fees to monuments (completely outside tour)
  • Food or drinks

What to expect

  1. Puerta del Sol
    20m
    The starting point of the tour and the nerve center of Madrid.
    Here you will find the Km 0 of all roads in Spain, the famous clock of the chimes of New Year's Eve and the statue of the Bear and the Madronño. We will tell you the history of this square since the 15th century and the secrets that hide its buildings.
  2. The Spa At Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
    5m
    The most exclusive hotel in Madrid, located in the historic
    Santa Ana Palace, a neoclassical building from the 19th century
    which was for decades the headquarters of the Ministry of the Navy.
    You will find out how this palace was transformed into one of the
    Europe's most important luxury hotels and histories
    that guard its walls between the Plaza de Cibeles and the
    Paseo del Prado.
  3. Calle de Alcala
    20m · Admission ticket included
    One of the longest and oldest streets in Madrid, connecting the center with the historic neighborhoods of the east. You will admire the majestic Circle of Fine Arts Building and know the historical importance of this road that has been the cultural and financial axis of the capital for centuries.
  4. Banco de Espana
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The most protected building in Madrid and one of the most
    imposing in Europe. Discover the urban legends
    surrounding its underground treasure, its incredible system
    Security and the secrets of the heart
    financial institution of Spain since 1856.
  5. Plaza de Cibeles
    15m · Admission ticket included
    One of the most recognizable symbols of Madrid: the goddess
    Cibeles on his wagon pulled by lions. We'll explain
    their mythological origin, why Real Madrid celebrate here
    its titles and the four monumental buildings surrounding
    the square: the Palace of Cibeles, the Bank of Spain,
    Buenavista Palace and Linares Palace.
  6. Paseo del Prado
    15m
    The most important walk in Madrid and Heritage of the
    UNESCO Humanity. You will walk along the so-called Art Walk, flanked by three of the most important museums in the world: the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum and the Thyssen Museum. We will tell you his story and his
    extraordinary cultural legacy.
  7. Fuente de Neptuno
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The iconic fountain of the sea god, where fans
    Atletico Madrid celebrate their victories. You'll meet
    its mythological significance, the historical rivalry with the
    Cibeles of Real Madrid and how these two sources
    represent the split identity of the city.
  8. Museo Nacional del Prado
    Pass by
    We pass in front of one of the most important museums of the
    world, home of the masterpieces of Velázquez, Goya,
    The Bosco and Rubens. We'll tell you his story, how he was born
    and what treasures it holds inside so that, if you wish, you can visit it on your own at the end of the tour.
  9. Parque del Retiro
    20m · Admission ticket included
    We finish in the green lung of Madrid, Heritage of
    UNESCO Humanity. You will discover the majestic
    Crystal Palace, the Great Pond, the Rosaleda and the
    historic gardens surrounding this 118-hectare oasis
    in the heart of the city. The perfect place to continue your day in Madrid.
  10. Gran Via
    20m
    The grand boulevard of Madrid, known as the Broadway of Madrid. You will discover its impressive architecture of the early 20th century, the most emblematic buildings such as the Metropolis Building and the Telefónica Building, its historical theaters and the curiosities that hide this unique street in the world.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Puerta del Sol, next to the statue of the Bear and the Madroño, north side in front of the Apple Store.
Look for our COMPLETELY YELLOW UMBRELLA — we’ll recognize you instantly even if the square is full.

Trouble? Write us on WhatsApp and we will help you in the moment.

End point

We ended up in Retreat Park.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0 (24)

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