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Free tour

Highlights of Madrid: Gran Via, Retiro Park and more!

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Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
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Registered on 7 February 2022
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Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Have you heard of Retiro Park, Gran Via or Puerta del Sol?

On this fascinating tour, we will take you to these iconic places and many more incredible corners of Madrid. For two hours, we will walk through the most emblematic streets of the city, sharing the stories that give meaning and enormous value to its most famous buildings and monuments.

But that's not all: this tour will also take you through the dramatic events of the last three centuries, from the arrival of the controversial Bourbon dynasty in Spain, through the War of Independence against Napoleon, to the devastation of the Spanish Civil War, whose scars are still healing.

BUT THIS IS NOT A HISTORY CLASS! We are here to have fun, and we have designed a highly interactive experience that combines history with fun facts, local tips and anecdotes about the city, ensuring that this will be one of your most unforgettable experiences in Madrid.



Route:

  • Main Square
  • Sun Gate
  • Alcala Street
  • Grand Via
  • Prado Walk
  • Bank of Spain
  • Cibeles Fountain
  • Cybele Palace
  • Alcala Gate
  • Retiro Park


Important:

- Activity based on tips (suggested €10 per person)

- If for any reason you cannot attend the tour, please cancel your reservation.
- In groups of more than 6 people, €10 will be charged per participant, regardless of whether they have booked separately.

With us you not only have a guide but a friend who will make your visit unforgettable.
Any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

We hope to see you soon!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Pl. Mayor, 28012 Madrid, Spain
You will find us in front of the statue of Felipe III in the Plaza Mayor with a black umbrella and the "TOUR & FRIENDS" logo. The nearest metro is Sol on line 3, yellow.
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Outside visit
Plaza Mayor
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Outside visit
Puerta del Sol
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Outside visit
Calle de Alcalá
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 12 people.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 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.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
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