Madrid Walking Tour: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace.
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2h
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About this experience
Our Essential Madrid Walking Tour isn’t just a list of dates and names—it’s about quality, time, and respect. We bring history to life with comedy, curiosities, and real stories of kings, queens, and everyday Madrileños. Unlike big tour groups, we:
Keep groups small (max 15 people) so everyone can hear, ask questions, and feel part of the experience.
Share unique stories you won’t find in guidebooks—from Inquisition trials to Hemingway’s favorite tavern.
Work on a free-contribution basis (average €10–20 per person), so you decide the value of the experience.
Focus on authenticity and fun—it’s not just sightseeing, it’s connecting with Madrid.
You’ll leave not only with great photos, but also with a deeper understanding of Madrid’s spirit.
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Madrid Walking Tour: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace.
What's included
Admission fee
Detailed itinerary
1
Welcome to the symbolic heart of Madrid. Here you’ll see the famous Bear and Strawberry Tree statue, Kilometer Zero (the starting point of all Spanish roads), and the historic Post Office building. Learn why the clock tower shows “IIII” instead of “IV” and hear about the Spanish New Year’s Eve tradition of eating 12 lucky grapes at midnight.
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Stop 2
Step into Madrid’s grand central square, once the stage for royal ceremonies, bullfights, markets, and even Inquisition trials. Admire the statue of Philip III, hear dramatic stories of the great fires that shaped the city, and discover how the Habsburg dynasty gave way to the Bourbons. Today it’s a lively plaza lined with cafés, perfect for photos and people-watching.
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Stop 3
Finish at Spain’s most majestic landmark, the Royal Palace, with its 3,418 rooms and striking architecture. Learn how a Christmas Eve fire led to its construction and discover quirky stories of Spain’s Bourbon kings. Across the plaza stands the Almudena Cathedral, blending Gothic, Romanesque, and Neo-Classical styles. It’s also where King Felipe VI married Queen Letizia in 2004.
Available languages
Guide guide
RU
EN
Important information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meeting point
Meet at Puerta del Sol (Sol Square) – right in front of the Bear and Strawberry Tree statue (El Oso y el Madroño), the most recognizable landmark in the square.
Important notes
Royal Palace (Skip-the-Line Tour):
> Meet your guide outside the main entrance of the Royal Palace, by the statue of Felipe IV in Plaza de Oriente. Look for the Book Madrid Tours guide holding a sign with our logo. You do not need to exchange your voucher for a paper ticket.
Toledo Day Trip:
> Meet at Calle de San Nicolás, 15, Madrid (near Plaza de Ramales). Our staff will check your booking on arrival. No paper ticket required.
Segovia & Ávila Day Trip:
> Meet at Calle de Ferraz, 3 (next to the Royal Monastery parking). Simply present your confirmation to our staff.
Flamenco Show:
> Go directly to the flamenco venue (included in your booking details). Your name will be on the guest list at the entrance.
$53
per person
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