Madrid : Inquisition, Ghosts, Crimes and Mysteries

5.0 (7 reviews) Madrid, Spain
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Duration2h 15m
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LanguagesSpanish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Madrid Haunted takes you through seven stops of the historic center where legends of witches, the Inquisition, and real crimes intertwine. From the Plaza Mayor to Cuesta de la Vega, you will meet Raimundita in Plaza de Pontejos, the stories of the old church of Santo Tomás, and the life of the executioners. The Bread Passage reveals a case of catalepsy; on Calle Mayor you will discover Air Accident and its legends. In Plaza del Biombo you will investigate the crime of Captain Sánchez, clue by clue, before closing with the enchanted king and the witch hunts of Spain and Europe. Small groups of up to 25 people, guides specialized in history and mystery with over 8 years of experience and exclusive audiovisual material. Approximate duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes.

What's included

  • Exclusive audiovisual material during the tour
  • Guide to where to eat and drink in Madrid (bonus)
  • Small groups (maximum 25 people)
  • Personalized attention in Spanish and English
  • Madrid Digital Guide by WhatsApp at the end
  • Local guide specialized in history.
  • Consumables or food
  • Transport
  • Tip (voluntary but highly appreciated)

What to expect

  1. Plaza Mayor
    10m
    Plaza Mayor (meeting point, statue of Philip III). See you in the Plaza Mayor, next to the equestrian statue of Philip III (the king on horseback, in the center of the square). Look for our completely yellow umbrella. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GKZNN3VY6ZkATZA1A
  2. Plaza de Pontejos
    15m
    In Plaza de Pontejos you will learn the history of Raimundita and the ghost legends that run through old Madrid. A first stop to delve into the more unsettling side of the city.
  3. 10m
    The Panecillo Passage brings us close to the hunger and misery of old Madrid. You will know a disturbing case of catalepsy and the stories surrounding this narrow passage of the historic center.
  4. Accidente Aereo
    10m
    On Calle Mayor we looked up at Air Accident. Discover this surprising fallen figure and the legends that invite imagination among the rooftops of historic Madrid.
  5. 15m
    In Plaza del Biombo we delve into the crime of Captain Sánchez. We will reconstruct this historical case clue by clue, sharing the keys to one of the most unsettling stories of the tour.
  6. 20m
    We ended in Cuesta de la Vega with the king they believed was bewitched, the Inquisition, and the witch hunts in Spain and Europe. A closing to discover how fear, beliefs, and power were mixed in these stories.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

MEETING POINT
See you in the Plaza Mayor, next to the equestrian statue of Philip III (the king on horseback, in the center of the square). Look for our completely yellow umbrella. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GKZNN3VY6ZkATZA1A Arrive 10 minutes before the reserved time.

End point

The tour ends at Cuesta de la Vega, next to the Almudena Cathedral.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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 (7)

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