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Free Tour | "Ghosts and Legends of Madrid"

Duration: 2h
Languages: Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on February 26, 2021

Hello! I'm Jorge, an official tour guide with more than 7 years of experience in different parts of Europe and of course, in Madrid, the city where I was born. Passionate about stories, travel and people, I like to make each tour a unique experience. Professional, friendly and always ready to share the best kept secrets of every corner. Explore with me and discover Madrid like you never imagined!

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Enjoy a legendary Madrid! Get to know the darkest and most chilling side of Madrid as we tell you stories of ghosts and murders full of mystery on a tour of the city center.

On this tour we will discover the life of the ancient people of Madrid, we will talk about their prisons , secret underground passages , their most famous thieves ( Luis Candelas, of course) and much more...

We will talk about the Inquisition , what will make us relive the most terrible tortures and executions in the capital! and we will learn more about the brutal history of San Isidro than any of you can imagine.

To immerse ourselves in the stories, we will recite verses from the best poets of the time about unforgettable events. We will talk about Bibles made from human skin and discover why the Tooth Fairy is from Madrid!

You won't believe why some streets have such names like... The street of the head!, that there is a mouse hidden in the grape clock, or that Goya lost his head for love... literally!

The cherry on the cake of our tour will be Elena and Raimundita , the two most famous ghosts in the capital who have been responsible for psychophonies and depression for centuries!, as they were both brutally murdered .

Are you ready? We're waiting for you!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Plaza de Pontejos, Centro, 28012 Madr...
    Plaza de Pontejos, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
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    The tour guide will meet you at Plaza de Pontejos, behind the Puerta del Sol Clock Building, with a blue umbrella. The guide's name is Jorge. See you soon!

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Puerta del Sol
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Inn of the Comb
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Santa Cruz Palace
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Plaza Mayor
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Parish of San Gines
  • 6
    Outside visit
    San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
  • 7
    Outside visit
    The mystery of the House of the Seven Chimneys
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Linares Palace

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these 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 reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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