Walking Tour of Modern Madrid and Retiro Park

Overview

Explore Modern Madrid, also known as the Madrid of the Bourbons, on a 2-hour and 20-minute guided walk. This tour takes you through the city's most iconic monuments and buildings, including the Bank of Spain, Fuente de Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá, and Gran Vía, culminating in the lush surroundings of Retiro Park. The itinerary blends spectacular landmarks with hidden spots, revealing secrets of the capital that even some locals may not know. To enhance your stay, the guide provides printed educational materials and a list of personalised recommendations for things to do in Madrid. The tour is led by a local guide and is available in either Spanish or English. Please note that entrance fees to sites are not required as the tour takes place outside the monuments.

Itinerary

1. Puerta del Sol

   Royal Post Office, Carlos III, Km 0, Tio Pepe, Bear and Madroño

   · 15 min

2. Calle de Alcalá

   On the longest street in Madrid we start this fantastic tour

   · 10 min

3. 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

   · 20 min

4. Gran Via

   Madrid's Gran Vía full of theatres, bars, shops certainly one of the main road arteries in the city centre

   · 10 min

5. Instituto Cervantes

   Former bank that now houses this prestigious institution where the most important works of the Castilian language rest

   · 10 min

6. Fontaine de Cibeles

   The most famous source of Spain is if you doubt one of the icons that most identify Madrid

   · 10 min

7. Banco de Espana

   The bank where all the gold in the country rests

   · 10 min

8. Cibeles Lounge

   The Palace of Cibeles, current seat of the city council is a building that will not go unnoticed by your eyes

   · 10 min

9. 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.

   · 10 min

10. Puerta de Alcala

    The city's most famous gateway, the work of King Charles III is one of Madrid's must-see monuments

    · 10 min

11. Parc du Retiro

    The vegetable lung of the city center will be the end of our magnificent journey

    · 25 min

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible.
• Pushchairs and strollers permitted.
• Assistance animals allowed.
• Public transport available nearby.
• Accessible transport options available.
• Fully wheelchair accessible.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• Maximum capacity of 30 travellers.
• Immediate confirmation upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• No refund available less than 24 hours before departure.
• The activity may be cancelled if there are insufficient participants.

Who is it for?

• Travellers seeking a historical introduction to modern Madrid.
• People with reduced mobility or parents with strollers.
• Groups or individual travellers (up to 30 people).
• English or Spanish speakers.

What makes it different

• Provision of printed materials and educational tools throughout the tour.
• Access to personalised recommendations and post-tour support from the guide.

Frequently asked questions

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Product code: 227078P2

Activity offered by Sol Tours Madrid via Viator.