GuruWalk Original
Free tour

Get your bearings in Madrid : Discover the old town

Duration: 2h and 15min
Languages: English, Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on September 22, 2020

Sie7e Estrellas is a group of experienced freelance tour guides. We work with several Free Tours company and we would love to show you around and give you the best tips and recomendations. If you live in Madrid you will always discover a new aspect of this wonderful city. If it is your first visit we warn you one thing: you will fall in love in love with Madrid and you will end up coming back.

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Tour description

Is this your first visit?
We'll be delighted to show you around the historical center recommending you the best spots and other places to visit in Madrid, as we stroll by some of the most important highlights of the city center.

Not a history expert?
No problem.We will try our best to make it fun and easy to understand.
If you are a history buff, we'll be more than happy to go into more details regarding kings, dynasties, architecture or whatever you're curious about.

On this tour we will see*:

  • Palacio de Santa Cruz
  • Plaza Mayor
  • San Miguel Market
  • El Sobrino de Botín (guinness world record oldest restaurant)
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • 9th century moorish wall
  • Catedral de la Almudena
  • Royal Palace
  • Plaza de Oriente


Useful information:
* The spots we visit may vary depending on what the guide thinks suits the group better
** The tour departs with a minimum number of people 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Plaza de la Provincia 7 28012 Madrid ...
    Plaza de la Provincia 7 28012 Madrid Spain
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    In the Plaza de la Provincia, in front of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We carry a white and black umbrella.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Province Square
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Plaza Mayor
  • 3
    Outside visit
    toledo street
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Knifemen's Arch
  • 5
    Outside visit
    The Caves of Luis Candelas
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Closed Door Square
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Raisin Street
  • 8
    Outside visit
    elbow street
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Town Square
  • 10
    Outside visit
    House at Malice Bar
  • 11
    Outside visit
    Green Cross Square
  • 12
    Outside visit
    Secret Garden
  • 13
    Outside visit
    Plaza de la Moreria
  • 14
    Outside visit
    La Latina neighborhood
  • 15
    Outside visit
    Catedral de la Almudena
  • 16
    Outside visit
    Royal Palace of Madrid
  • 17
    Outside visit
    Plaza de Oriente

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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4.78
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Darren 31 Mar 2023
Goole

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Sebastian is a super guide. Great fun. Great stories. History and many quirky tales. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
thomas 31 Mar 2023
Seattle

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Great tour! Lot’s of Spanish history and he took us to the most important destinations in Madrid! Very passionate about the history of Madrid and Spain!
Jack 31 Mar 2023
London

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Travelled alone - Mar 2023
Sebastian was an awesome guide, very knowledgeable of Madrid, history & language. Very inclusive and fun tour. Would recommend a tour with Sebastian. 👍
Mary 30 Mar 2023
Minneapolis

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
The tour of Madrid was absolutely a good use of time. Sebastian was thorough and knowledgeable and it helped us get oriented to the city and learn more about the history. And Sebastian made it fun. Thank you.
Juan 30 Mar 2023
Buenos Aires

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Excelente recorrido con Rubén, que aporta bastante a la experiencia! Super recomendable
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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