About our full day guided tour in Madrid
This full day tour is the perfect way to experience the best of Madrid in just one day, combining history, art, food, and entertainment for a truly unforgettable experience.
The tour starts at the iconic Puerta del Sol, where you will meet your knowledgeable guide and begin your journey through the city’s historic streets. From there, you will be taken to one of the oldest bakeries in Madrid for breakfast where you’ll get to try one of Spain’s most famous dishes: churros with chocolate.
Next, the tour will head to the magnificent Opera House and the Palacio Real de Madrid (one of the biggest in Europe). You will be able to admire the stunning architecture and explore the Royal Palace grounds, including the famous Plaza Oriente, Sabatini Gardens, and the main cathedral, Santa Maria de la Almudena.
After the Royal Palace, the tour will continue through the charming Barrio de los Austrias, one of Madrid’s oldest neighborhoods, before stopping at a local tavern for a taste of Madrid’s traditional liquor, where your guide will introduce you to the local culture.
Throughout the tour, you will be able to try some of the city’s delicious tapas at different stops, giving you a true taste of Madrid’s culinary scene.
Itinerary
- Walking tour starts at Puerta del Sol.
- First stop: Churros at San Gines
- Tour continues to Opera house (The Royal Theatre)
- Barrio de los Austrias (the oldest neighbourhood of the city)
- Stop for a liquor shot of Madroño (Madrid´s traditional liquor)
- Stop for food tasting at Mercado de la cebada
- Plaza Mayor (one of the most beautiful and important square of Madrid)
- Barrio de las letras
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Lunch: Have some tapas at an old traditional Spanish tavern
BREAK TIME FROM THE TOUR (you can go for shopping or rest)
- Continue the tour at Plaza de las Descalzas
- Stop for 1 drink at Mercado de San Miguel
- Plaza de la Villa
- Muslim Walls of Madrid
- See the Royal Palace of Madrid
- Santa Maria de la Almudena (the city´s main cathedral)
- Las vistillas (the viewpoint)
- Plaza Oriente, Sabatini Garden
- Plaza España y Don Quijote
- Watch a Flamenco show live at Las Carboneras or Las Tablas
Highlights
It´s a small-group tour that takes you to everything you need to know and experience in the most limited time you have. It´s a relaxing exploration, experience the local food and witness Madrid´s lifestyle.
What´s included?
- Tour guide
- City tour
- Churros
- Food tasting at Mercado de la Cebada
- Lunch at an old Spanish tavern
- 1 drink at Mercado de San Miguel
- Entrance to a Flamenco show
