The Italian imprint in the "Madrid de los Austrias" - Free Walking Tour

The tour lasts 2 hours and 45 minutes

Available in Italian

Description

Sardinia, Sicily, Naples, the Tuscan garrisons or the Duchy of Milan were territories that for more than two centuries were within the Hispanic monarchy. Two centuries of encounters and disagreements that marked Madrid, capital of the empire. Come with me and discover the history of an exciting city, its glories and miseries from its birth to its most important moment under the rule of the Habsburgs.
We will see:
1st Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral
2nd Embassy and Parish of the Italian Community in Madrid
3rd Plaza de la Villa and San Miguel Market
4th Plaza Mayor
5th Plaza del Sol
6º Arenal "The sweetest street in Madrid"
7th Opera and Theatre of the Italians
8th East Square

Guide: Lorenzo

PRO

Guiding since 2021

Hello everyone! I am Lorenzo passionate about the history and beauty of Madrid. After finishing my specialization on the modern history of Spain my goal is to share everything I learned both in classes and in the streets of Madrid to let you discover the city in the same way I learned to love it. Here I wait, see you soon!

10 stops

2 hours and 45 minutes

Meeting point:Viewpoint of the Cornice of the Royal PalaceI will be between the Royal Palace and the Cathedral of La Almudena at the viewpoint/mirador de la cornisa del Palacio Real which is at the end of the square. I will be wearing a grey or yellow backpack, a blue tablet in my hand and a tag with my name hanging around my neck.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena

Outside visit

Italian Cultural Institute Madrid

Outside visit

Church of Saint Nicholas of the Servites - Order Servants of Mary - Servites

10 stops

2 hours and 45 minutes

Outside visit

Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena

Outside visit

Italian Cultural Institute Madrid

Outside visit

Church of Saint Nicholas of the Servites - Order Servants of Mary - Servites

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 15 people.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 4 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.