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Free tour

Music, cinema, art, history and murders in Malasaña and Chueca

5.00
Excellent(19)
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: English
Guru: Patricia
Registered on 13 December 2019
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I am a Journalist, a Teacher of Spanish Language and Literature and a Tourism Guide. I love History and, more specially, stories and anecdotes which make any account to become funny and unforgettable. And that's what I want our tour to be: a memorable experience for all. I'm also friendly and talkative, always willing to solve the questions of my guests. I'm also a foddie and I know good places to eat Spanish food.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

If you want to be surprised, come to know Malasaña and Chueca with me. Its picturesque streets and houses served as the setting for films by Almodóvar, Alejandro Amenábar or Álex de la Iglesia, and for music video clips by Manu Chao or Siniestro Total, and for zarzuelas (not in vain, Chueca is named after the composer Federico Chueca, who lived in the area). In addition, many of its bars are closely linked to the so-called "Movida madrileña". And for those who like urban art, its walls serve as a canvas for "Pinta Malasaña", a festival that has been held since 2015, and which beautifies even more, if possible, its streets and squares. There is also a lot of history here, like the one that was forged during the May 2 uprising in 1808. Its beautiful buildings treasure curious anecdotes, such as those related to the Bauer Palace, the Church of San Antonio de los Alemanes or the Royal Hospice de San Fernando, today the Madrid History Museum. And, if what you are interested in are the gruesome stories that make your hair stand on end, here are them to give and take: like the numerous murders that took place on Antonio Grillo Street, the one in the building on Pez Street where lived the disturbing Modlin family, the neighboring nuns of the convent of San Plácido who went mad in 1628, or the plaque of Eames Demetrios that announces that we are going to enter a world of darkness. During the tour, I will recommend endless restaurants, bars (my favorite: Rocablanca, in Fuencarral, where you will fall in love with their croquettes), curious things shops and ice cream parlors, which are for all tastes. And, to finish, you will receive a detail that will sweeten your day. I guarantee that you will enjoy.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
C Gran Va 80 28013 Madrid Spain
I'll be waiting next to the Plaza de España metro exit, next to the Dear Hotel and the Banco de Santander, on the corner between Plaza de España and Gran Vía.
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Outside visit
Coliseum Theatre
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Outside visit
Antonio Grilo Street
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Outside visit
Convent of San Placido
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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).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of 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
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Music, cinema, art, history and murders in Malasaña and Chueca
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