The 5 Best Historical Tours in Madrid

1.Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Explore Madrid with guides such as Javier, David, Christian, or Miguel on a 2.5-hour English walking tour from Puerta del Sol to the Royal Palace. See Km 0, Plaza Mayor, the Arab Wall, Almudena Cathedral, old businesses, flamenco landmarks, and a palace viewpoint.

“Must do tour for everyone visiting Madrid. Javier has done an outstanding job touring the city with lot of history, fun facts and giving us insights on best restaurants etc. His presentation was extremely engaging and entertaining. Thank you Javier!!!”

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2.Madrid Historical Tour with Local Guide in Eco Tuk Tuk Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 876 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $28

Ride through Madrid in a private electric tuk-tuk with an English-speaking driver-guide. In one to four hours, you may see the Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Atocha, Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá, and Temple of Debod, with planned photo stops and local stories along the way.

“This was one of the best things that we did in Madrid it was really well organised and our guide was really lovely it was great to get a view of Madrid from a local’s point of view”

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3.Madrid Historic Centre Food Tour with Authentic Tapas & Wines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 814 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Walk Madrid’s old center with a guide such as Jorge, Jo, Ignacio, or Diego, stopping for pastries, Iberian ham, Manchego, squid sandwiches, tapas, vermouth, and wine. The 2 or 3-hour route links food with Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and central Madrid, with a private upgrade available.

“Ignacio was our tour guide and was fantastic. He provided excellent insight on the foods of Madrid and also the history of city. Would highly recommend”

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4.Madrid Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 721 reviews · 2 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $3Best value

Start at Puerta del Sol and walk through Madrid’s old center to Plaza Mayor, Botín, Mercado San Miguel, Almudena Cathedral, the Royal Palace, and Teatro Real. English-speaking guides such as Glenn, Marta, and Javier use stories, pictures, and local tips to bring the route alive.

“Glenn is a very entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide. We had a great tour in a small group and had a wonderful time.”

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5.Madrid Historical Centre & Old Town Walking Tour in French

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 129 reviews · from $33

Walk Madrid’s historic center in French with a guide such as Abdul or Leire. In a group of up to 10, or privately, you’ll connect Puerta Cerrada, Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Market, the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, and Plaza de la Villa through stories of Madrid’s Moorish roots and royal past.

“Brilliant tour by our very animated guide Abdul. Fantastic English. Very clear and easy to understand as well as being extremely entertaining. Highly recommended.”

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