The Landscape of Light, Discovering Madrid's World Heritage.

Five hundred years ago, a simple wild meadow on the outskirts of the then-walled town of Madrid became the place where the history of this city and of Spain was written. Born from the Renaissance ideals of Philip II and transformed by Charles III's "Everything for the people (but without the people)," today the Paseo del Prado and the Retiro Park are a magnificent cultural landscape designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

But what prompted this designation? How can we preserve it? How can we take advantage of what this space offers us culturally, beyond simply "enjoying" it?

We will discover all of this on this beautiful tour through the cultural heart of our great town.

A walk towards the light is a Cultural Experience with which you will not only experience Madrid's culture, but you will also be left with something useful that allows you to expand your horizons, have new perspectives and appreciate the world in a better way.

Our Itinerary:

Introduction: We are a World Heritage Site!
📍 Cibeles Palace .
We will discuss what it means for Madrid to be part of the World Heritage list and how this benefits us culturally.

Chapter 1: The King's Stage
📍Paseo del Prado / Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
A Hispanic promenade for Ana of Austria, the origin of the Paseo del Prado.

Chapter 2: The Capital of the World
📍Prado Museum /Prado Museum
Charles III and his unique Prado hall.

Part 3: A Palace that Connects Everything

📍San Jerónimo Church/Hall of Realms/Casón del Retiro/
Madrid and its Landscape of Light.

Conclusion: A Walk Towards the Light
📍 The Parterre of El Retiro/The Octagonal Fountain

The Outstanding Universal Value of the Light Landscape and How We Can Harness It.

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in Spanish

100% of travelers recommend this Free Tour

Guide: Héctor

PRO

Tours since 2024

Hi, I'm Héctor. I started working in the cultural sector in 2017. First in Cusco, Peru, as a destination blogger, itinerary designer, and finally as a cultural researcher. Now, as a Heritage Educator, I'm dedicated to designing cultural experiences in Madrid that allow us to understand and enjoy our heritage.

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9 stops

2 hours

Meeting point:Pl. de Castelar, 3, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, SpainIn the middle of the 4 trees, on the left side Torreón Otamendi, Palacio de Cibeles. Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Landscape of Light

Outside visit

Fountain of Apollo and the Four Seasons

Outside visit

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

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

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 10 people.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

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.