Walking Tour of Madrid Modern
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 20min
- Price from
- $3 / person
- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 40 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sol Tours Madrid
- Meeting point
- We wait for you at Puerta del Sol, by the fountain. In front of the old Royal Post Office, current Presidency of the Community of Madrid (the only building with clock on top). Locate the boys with the burgundy umbrella
Description
Visit the places, buildings and monuments of Madrid "Moderna" or Madrid de los Borbones, such as: Banco de España, Fuente de Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá, Gran Vía and culmiam this spectacular tour inside El Retiro Park. Join us for 2 fascinating hours, through the modern part of Madrid, visiting the most emblematic monuments and hidden places. At the end of the tour you will know stories and secrets of the city that many locals do not know. We also provide you with a list of places selected and recommended by us so that your adventure in our city does not end here. Are you ready to live this experience? Note: Tips for the guide NOT included. The payment you make now corresponds to the management of the reservation.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 6:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 19–64)
- $3
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $3
- Youth (ages 12–18)
- $3
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $3
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 6:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 7:24 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Puerta del Sol
Royal Post Office, Carlos III, Km 0, Tio Pepe, Bear and Madroño
Calle de Alcala
On the longest street in Madrid we start this fantastic tour
Casino de Madrid
The golden mile of the country, right in front of the Casino we have the new Four Seasons Hotel and the BBVA building with its famous quadrigas
Gran Via
Madrid's Gran Vía full of theatres, bars, shops certainly one of the main road arteries in the city centre
Instituto Cervantes
Former bank that now houses this prestigious institution where the most important works of the Castilian language rest
Cibeles Fountain
The most famous source of Spain is if you doubt one of the icons that most identify Madrid
Banco de Espana
The bank where all the gold in the country rests
Cibeles Lounge
The Palace of Cibeles, current seat of the city council is a building that will not go unnoticed by your eyes
Paseo Del Prado
This beautiful boulevard, the first example of an urban boulevard since the 16th century, stretches between centuries-old trees from the Charles V Roundabout to the Plaza de Cibeles. Along its route you will find some of the most outstanding museums and cultural spaces in Madrid, such as the Prado Museum, the National Thyssen Bornemisza Museum, the CaixaForum Madrid or the Royal Botanical Gardens, as well as important architectural and artistic displays of the city. Since 25 July 2021, it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Puerta de Alcala
The city's most famous gateway, the work of King Charles III is one of Madrid's must-see monuments
Parque del Retiro
The vegetable lung of the city center will be the end of our magnificent journey
What's included
Included
Local guide
Personalized attention of your guide after the Tour (forever)
Link to personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid?
Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route
Not included
Soda/Pop
Tip the guide. This payment only includes booking management
Tips at the end, to Value the Effort of the Guides
Entries to the sites (not required as we do not enter)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
40 reviews
How it compares in Madrid
- Starting price $3 is 95% below the typical $69 for tours of similar length in Madrid
Excurgo comparison of 1,710 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Walking Tour of Madrid Modern take?
Walking Tour of Madrid Modern lasts about 2h 20min. The itinerary has 11 stops.
How much does Walking Tour of Madrid Modern cost?
Prices start at $3 per person for this Madrid experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Walking Tour of Madrid Modern run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 6:00 PM.
How much does Walking Tour of Madrid Modern cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $3, adults from $3. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Walking Tour of Madrid Modern for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We wait for you at Puerta del Sol, by the fountain. In front of the old Royal Post Office, current Presidency of the Community of Madrid (the only building with clock on top). Locate the boys with the burgundy umbrella. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Walking Tour of Madrid Modern offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(40)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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