Malasaña and Chueca A Tour That Shouts Freedom

5.0 (103 reviews) Madrid, Spain
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Duration2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesSpanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

The Madrid of uncovering : A journey through the alternative soul of Madrid.

Immerse yourself in the most iconic history of Spain: The uncovering, the creative explosion of the Madrid Movement, and the vindication LGTBIQ +
From enlightened riots to the explosion of La Movida and the LGTBIQ+ struggle, discover how Malasaña and Chueca became symbols of resistance and freedom.
Revive:
- Revolt and execution : Manuela Malasaña and the fight against Napoleonic oppression.
The Madrid Movement: an explosion of creativity after decades of dictatorship.
Pop culture, fanzines and forbidden music: the voice of a fearless generation.
The awakening of Chueca: from slum to capital of Pride.
‍ Transvestites, drags and transformism : they broke the wardrobes at the stroke of a stage.
️ Pedro Zerolo and Pride: how pain was transformed into law and celebration.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Exclusive visual material (photos, flyers of the period, disc covers).
  • Personalized attention before and after the tour
  • Personalized recommendations: What to do, see and eat in Malasaña and Chueca
  • Tips at the end, to Value the Effort of the Guides
  • Any food or drink
  • Tickets (but you don't need them! We see everything on the outside).

What to expect

  1. Plaza del Callao
    10m
    Heart of Madrid leisure, surrounded by historic cinemas and emblematic buildings such as the Capitol.
  2. Plaza de San Ildefonso
    10m
    One of the liveliest squares in Malasaña, full of terraces and youth life.
  3. Plaza del Dos de Mayo
    10m
    Emblematic for its history linked to the uprising of 1808 and today nerve center of the neighborhood.
  4. Calle de Fuencarral
    10m
    Excellent commercial axis, mix of international brands and alternative urban design.
  5. Iglesia de San Anton
    15m
    Historic temple open 24 hours, symbol of welcome and solidarity in the center.
  6. Plaza de Chueca
    15m
    Heart of Madrid's most diverse neighborhood, epicenter of LGTBIQ+ life and modernity.
  7. Mercado De San Anton
    10m
    Contemporary gastronomic market with gourmet stalls and terrace with views.
  8. Plaza De Pedro Zerolo
    15m
    Square dedicated to the activist LGTBI, symbol of equality and diversity in Madrid.
  9. Plaza del Rey
    20m
    Historic square next to Longoria Palace and the former Guards barracks of Corps.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Callao Square (in front of the Knee)
Reference #1 : Calle precios 25 (Store : Knee, right in front you will see us)
Reference #2 : Metro Callao
Reference #3 : Next to the Tourist Information Point
Look for the YELLOW AND ORANGE bicolor umbrella.

End point

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
  • 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 (103)

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