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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Overview
Experience a founder led guided walk through La Latina & Madrid de los Austrias, the city’s oldest and most authentic quarters. This experience reveals the fascinating history, architecture, and legends of Madrid — from medieval origins to the grandeur of the Hapsburg and Borbón eras.
You’ll stroll through narrow lanes, charming squares, and historic corners that locals call Castizo, meaning “authentic Madrid.” Along the way, your local guide and founder will share stories of kings, aristocrats, and everyday Madrileños, bringing the past vividly to life.
This tour is a paseo or stroll on foot, at a relaxed pace, with time to enjoy the atmosphere and uncover Madrid’s hidden gems. By the end, you’ll feel like you’ve walked in the footsteps of history.
Why This Tour Is for You - If you’re curious about Madrid’s unique past, love lively stories, and enjoy combining history with authentic flavors like the exquisite Jamón de Bellota 100%, this fun and social experience is for you!
What's included
Founder led tour. Your guide is not just local, but a founder of the company.
Food allergies - if there is a special food requirement let us know at least 24 hours in advance.
Visit 2 historic tavernas along the historic Madrid walking tour itinerary. Enjoy 3 Spanish tapas or pinchos, and 2 beverages. The beverage choices include wine, beer, soft drinks, bottled water.
Small intimate group - your paseo tour will be limited to a maximum of 8 guests.
Spanish Tapas to include exquisite Jamòn de Bellota 100%, as well as various choices of pinchos. Pinchos are small bites of fresh bread with different toppings. Many different pinchos are available.
Gratuities
What to expect
Iglesia de San Andres
5m
Ronaldo your guide will share with you some interesting history of the Iglesia de San Andres of Madrid as well as stories of the Capilla del Obispo located very nearby.
Plaza De La Paja
5m
Learn about the old hay market in now a charming plaza with many bars and restaurants. Also, Casa Vargas you will learn about. The palace home of one of Madrid´s founding families.
Calle De La Cava Baja
15m · Admission ticket included
Our first tapas stop in an historic tavern with centuries of history where Ronaldo will share stories and our guests will enjoy a tapa and a drink.
Plaza Mayor
10m
As our paseo continues you will see the beautiful Plaza Mayor of Madrid and your guide will share some interesting stories and events that are part of the Plaza Mayor's 400 years plus history. That will include a story about a particular sandwich the locals love.
Mercado San Miguel
5m
We will take a stroll through one of Madrid´s most famous municipal markets known for its beautiful architecture and myriad tapas stalls and stands.
Plaza de la Villa
15m
Your guide will show our guests the door of "miracles or divine intervention" as well as discuss the 3 centuries of Madrid architectural history displayed in prominent buildings there. Maybe even a secret cookies option will be realised if our guests are adventurous.
Iglesia de San Nicolas de los Servitas
10m
As we continue our historical journey through old Madrid we will discuss with our guests the oldest Catholic church in Madrid and some twists with Moorish history as well.
Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
10m
Guests will enjoy spectacular views of the Almudena Cathedral of Madrid while their guide will explain the unique history of Madrid´s Catedral and its ties to the city of Toldeo in Spain, and the Vatican in Rome.
Plaza de Oriente
5m
Plaza de Oriente is a beautiful plaza in front of the Royal Palace of Madrid. Guests will be able to take pictures of the Royal Opera and varios monuments around the plaza. Guests will learn about the woman, a Spanish Queen, who had the plaza built.
Royal Palace of Madrid
15m
Your guide will share the history of the Royal Palace of Madrid as well as anecdotes about the prior Royal Alcazar of Madrid which preceded the current palace same location. Guests will have ample time to take photographs and ask questions about the Royal Palace of Madrid. We will also briefly enjoy a look into the adjacent Sabatini Gardens.
Plaza de Isabel II
25m
The tour ends at our final tapas stop also in an historical restaurant. Each guest will enjoy 2 delicious gourmet tapas and 1 drink of either soda, sparkling water, wine, beer or cava. We will have a relaxed conversation about journey together through old Madrid.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We meet you at the entrance of The Museo de San Isidro.
End point
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
