The two faces of Madrid: from the Austrians to the Bourbons The most complete tour to get to know Madrid!
Tour description
Get ready for an exciting journey through time in the
heart of Madrid. Have you just arrived and don't know where to start? Do you want to visit the most important places in the city? Then this is your tour!
Our meeting point is the majestic Almudena Cathedral , the beginning of a two-hour tour of the most emblematic places of this vibrant city. Are you ready to discover the rich history and best kept secrets of Madrid?
We will begin our journey through time by revealing the mysteries behind the Almudena Cathedral. Have you ever wondered why it has that name or what the fascinating story of its construction is? You will discover it at our first stop.
Next, we will head to the majestic Plaza de Oriente, where the impressive Royal Palace awaits us. Did you know that the Bourbon dynasty built it? Do you know the enigmatic legend of the statues that adorn the square?
We will continue our way to the iconic Teatro Real , with its peculiar shape reminiscent of a coffin. You will learn about its history and its role in the past.
The streets of Madrid will take us to the historic Plaza Mayor , where the secrets of the Habsburg dynasty will be revealed. Why is Felipe III located in the center of the square? Did you know that the acts of faith of the Inquisition were carried out here?
Then, we will enter the Plaza de la Provincia , where the old Madrid prison once stood. Who were the illustrious people who spent their nights in this dungeon?
Our next stop will be Sol , where we will meet Carlos III and explore the history of Puerta del Sol and the famous Kilometer Zero. We will reveal the importance of the Bourbons in Madrid as we walk along Calle Alcalá and learn about the history of the Treasury and the Royal Academy of Fine Arts.
We will arrive at the Congress of Deputies , immersing ourselves in
Madrid of the 17th and 18th centuries, and we will analyze its historical architecture. We will also discover the secrets of the Madrid Carrillón, the Palace Hotel and Cervantes.
We will continue to Gran Vía , where we will talk about its construction at the beginning of the 20th century, its famous films and curiosities that make it the most iconic avenue in Madrid.
At our penultimate stop, Cibeles , we will explore the Paseo del Prado, Correos, the Metrópoli building and the Bank of Spain. Did you know why sources were so important in the
past?
Finally, we will move to the majestic Puerta de Alcalá , where we will analyze its architecture, learn about its history and reveal some mysteries hidden in this emblematic gate.
After two hours full of history and fascination, our tour will conclude at the entrance to Retiro Park , where we will discuss the importance of this iconic place for Madrid. Join us and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Spanish capital!
What will we see on this tour?
