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It’s fitting that the name Puerta del Sol (“gate of the sun” in English) evokes light and warmth, because this central Madrid square is an energetic hub. A must for first-time visitors to Madrid, the area is packed with hotels, cafés, souvenir-selling vendors, and barhopping locals.
Plaza Puerta del Sol, Madrid
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El Prado Museum and Madrid Royal Palace Guided Tour (tickets included)
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Explore two of Madrid’s top sights in just half a day on this immersive, informative tour. In the morning, meet your guide outside the Prado Museum, enter with skip-the-line tickets, and discover masterpieces from artists like Goya, Rubens, and Velázquez. Next, spot landmarks like the Casa de Cervantes en route to the Royal Palace of Madrid, a regal marvel that’s still home to the Spanish royal family today.
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Madrid Walking Tour and The Royal Palace with Skip the Line Tickets
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Visit Madrid's Royal Palace and its surroundings with a professional guide on this walking tour. You'll start at historic Puerta del Sol, continuing along the Calle del Arenal to Plaza de Opera, while your guide provides commentary on the Spanish capital city's history and architecture. You'll also get to head straight into the palace, as skip-the-line tickets are included.
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Highlights of Madrid by Bike
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Admire the spectacular sights of Spain’s vibrant capital on a bicycle tour of Madrid. With a knowledgeable guide, cycle at a leisurely pace to important monuments like Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace of Madrid. Stop intermittently to listen to illuminating commentary from your expert guide, and to capture photographs of Madrid’s historical and architectural highlights. All safety equipment is included on this tour.
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Tapas, Taverns & History Tour Madrid
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In Spain, culture and cuisine are inextricable. Experience Madrid’s historical and culinary highlights on an evening walking tour, perfect for beating the capital’s scorching daytime heat. In between critically acclaimed tapas bars, you’ll learn about the ancient history of Madrid’s Old Town and sample local specialties washed down with sangria, Spain’s favorite summer beverage. This small-group tour is limited to 10 food lovers.
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$114.32
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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Madrid Private Tour
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Experience the highlights and hidden gems of the Spanish capital on this private tour. Accompanied by your private guide, visit memorable landmarks such as Plaza Mayor, the Prado Museum, and the Royal Palace; escape the crowds to explore Park Emir Mohamed I and Retiro Park and more. As this is a private tour, you can explore at your own pace and spend as long as you want taking photos.
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$84.95
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Pub Crawl in Madrid
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Hit the town for a fun and social night out on a pub crawl through Madrid. Experience the city’s famous nightlife at four different bars and clubs where ‘madrileños’ go to party. Let a guide lead the way, and make new friends as you join a group of other fun-loving travelers and backpackers. Kick things off with a free shot at each bar, and enjoy discounts on additional drinks. Upgrade to a private tour to soak up the night's itinerary with just your own group.
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Private Guided Segway Tour with Flexible Duration in Madrid
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Go sightseeing in Madrid on a Segway, the personal transportation device that provides a fun ride. Stop outside the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace of Madrid, and see the Temple of Debod — an ancient Egyptian temple in downtown Madrid. Roll through vibrant cultural hubs such as Plaza de Isabel II (Opera Square), Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Santa Ana, and Puerta del Sol. Choose from a one-, two- or three-hour private tour led by a knowledgeable guide who provides full instruction on Segway operations; no prior experience is needed.
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3-Hour Tapas Secret Food Tour of Madrid w/ Private Tour Option
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Sample the culinary secrets of Madrid as you taste and tour your way the historic center of the city. You’ll visit eight delicious stops with your group, as your guide fills you in on the rich culture and history of Madrid, and the Spanish approach to food. Your tour will include tastings of savory tapas, sweet treats, and Spanish wines and cider (or a non-alcoholic substitute).
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Historic Madrid + Modern
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Travelers who want a quick but memorable tour of Madrid will love touring the city in a classic car. They will take you to various points of interest in Madrid, including the Prado Museum, Retiro Park, Plaza de Colón and much more. Learn about the history and culture of the city from your guide, and take note of sights that you can return to later at your own pace.
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Private 8-hour City Tour of Madrid with driver & guide with pick up & ticket
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Rather than spend vacation time negotiating cabs and buses, book a private tour of Madrid that gives you the benefit of a guide and the freedom to tailor your sightseeing. Travel by chauffeured private vehicle, and choose to cover must-sees such as the Plaza Mayor and more, as you learn their history. Plus, enjoy skip-the-line entry to your chosen sight—perhaps the Prado, Royal Palace, or another historical highlight.
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Madrid Historical Walking Tour with Food Tasting and Dinner
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Experience the unique flavor and culture of the Spanish capital on a history and tapas walking tour in Madrid, including dinner. Stroll through the atmospheric streets of the old city center while your guide illuminates the many-layered history of sights like Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. Along the way, stop at several authentic tapas bars, to feast like a local on an array of traditional appetizer-sized dishes paired with Spanish wine, sangria, and typical liquors.
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3 hrs highlights bike tour Madrid
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With limited time to explore Madrid, it can be tough to see all the top sights. On this bicycle tour perfect for travelers hoping to see more in less time, you can visit several of Madrid's most notable sights, in only a few hours. Just grab your helmet, hop on your bike, and let your guide lead you through some of Madrid's most scenic neighborhoods, like Malasaña and Barrio de Las Letras, with several stops along the way.
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$29.37
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Retiro Park Segway Tour in Madrid
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Discover many of Madrid’s attractions and cruise effortlessly around Retiro Park, the city’s green oasis, on this Segway tour. Traveling by electric personal transporter, glide around the park’s beautiful highlights, seeing the lake, Crystal Palace, and monuments including the famous Fallen Angel statue. Plus, take in other landmarks such as cobbled Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol. Segway training and a helmet included.
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$40.90
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Essential Madrid Electric Bike Tour, 360 Premium Experience (Morning/Afternoon)
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Hop on an electric bike and explore Madrid without draining energy on this small-group two-wheel tour. Save time planning your own route or transport, and spin around the must-sees with ease—covering ground more quickly than on foot thanks to the electric pedal assist. Tour sites such as the Plaza Mayor and Retiro Park; and hear stories about them from your guide you might never learn otherwise.
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$42.58
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Guided Tour of the Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral in Madrid
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On this tour you will enjoy two of the two most important monuments in Madrid. Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral.
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$38.81
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7-Day European tour exploring best of Spain and Portugal
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Discover the best of Spain and Portugal on a 1-week adventure. Visit the cities of Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante, Granada, Malaga, Seville, Lisbon, and Toledo during the week. Discover famous monuments such as the Royal Palace, Sagrada Familia, La Rambla, Alhambra, Plaza de Espana, the Alcazar of Seville, the Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, and much more as you learn about the history and culture of each place.
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$719.49
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4-Hour Private Night Walking Tour of Madrid: Custom Tour
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Experience the local culture and vibrant energy of Madrid at night, when the city truly comes alive. On this private, 4-hour tour, set off with a savvy guide during the early evening hours on a tour that can be completely customized to suit your interests. See iconic landmarks illuminated as night falls, and discover tucked-away treasures that only locals know. At the end of the tour, rest your feet and drink in the city’s famous nightlife at an authentic tapas bar.
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$161.17
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$161.17
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Madrid in Electric Bike: Highlights & Parks Small Group Tour
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Effortlessly cruise through Madrid’s prime attractions in just a half-day with this electric bike tour. Breathe in the fresh air at parks like Retiro and Casa de Campo and visit sites like the Plaza Mayor all via electric bicycle, the ideal way to efficiently cover the city’s best sites on the go. It’s easy to keep up with your guide since this tour is limited to 15 people or less.
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$41.94
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Private professional holiday photoshoot in Madrid
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Leave the trouble of getting Instagram-worthy vacation photos to a local professional who specializes in travel photography. Meet your photographer at Calle Gran Via in central Madrid and follow them through the city and to the best places for your photoshoot—the itinerary is flexible and can change depending on your preferences. Your photographer sends 45 edited, high-resolution photographs within four days of your photoshoot.
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$138.44
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$138.44

Madrid Segway TOP Highlights & Retiro Park Tour
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Glide through Madrid’s historic streets and gardens on a guided Segway tour, using the self-balancing Segways to cover far more ground than you could on foot. Since the tour uses the recent Segway i2 model, you’ll enjoy more precise steering and easier balancing than with earlier versions; a supervised practice time at the start of the tour is perfect for learning the basics or brushing up your skills.
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$52.43
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$52.43

Madrid at Night Bike Guided Tour
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See another side of Madrid on this enchanting, 2-hour night tour by bike. Pedal through historic streets and squares after the sun goes down and the city takes on an atmospheric glow. See illuminated landmarks like the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Retiro Park, and cruise down lesser-known side streets for a local perspective on Madrid after dark.
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$26.22
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$26.22

Flamenco Class Experience in Madrid, Spain
3
Spain is the home of the seductive dance form of flamenco, so there is no better place to learn some moves. This class is led by professional flamenco dancer who will teach the basic moves for your legs and hips and how to properly clap in rhythm with the music.
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$37.76
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$37.76

Vacation photographer. Madrid Photo Shoot. Take home more than just a selfie!
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LGTBIQ+ & pet friendly
Visiting Madrid? Take home more than just a selfie! Book my luxury photo tour!
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Private tour not only for solo travellers, but amazing for couples and super enteraining for families. Surprise engagement option available!
We always start in Retiro Park.
All sessions include an outfit guide to help you choose your look and these tour options:
- 30 min - 7 photos in location 1
- 1 h - 18 photos in locations 1-2. For solo travelers.
- 1,5 h - 30 photos in locations 1-3. The in-between option.
- 2 h - 44 photos in locations 1-4. For couples.
- 3 h - 66 photos in locations 1-6. For families. Kids love this activity!
We walk between the locations, so make sure you're not carrying too many things and you have comfy shoes!
Online delivery of photos - 10 business days.
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$123.76
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$123.76
per group

Madrid City Highlights Private Tour for kids and families
2
Take a guided walking tour around Madrid with a family-friendly focus. This 2.5-hour tour covers the city’s main highlights such as Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace and engages children, and adults, with trivia, games, and scavenger hunts. Learn about Madrid’s rich history from your guide and enjoy a tour that’s fun for the whole family.
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$208.72
Price varies by group size
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