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Madrid Highlights: Complete 3,30-Hour City Center Walking Tour

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

First of all, quietly, we will get to know each other while tasting a tasty coffee and a portion of homemade cake. one of the most famous in Madrid.
The most important thing you should know is that this tour not only visits the most historic part of Madrid, the Madrid of the Austrians, but also enters 3 of the neighborhoods with the greatest personality in the Spanish capital: Lavapiés, La Latina and Las Letras.
Our experienced guides introduce our visitors to the local way of life through its markets, squares, alleys and churches. We are looking forward to receiving you to show you part of the b-side of the European capital with more sunny days per year. Welcome!

What's Included

  • Breakfast Before the tour: a traditional breakfast tasting one of the most popular handmade cake in town + coffe or organic smoothie.

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    La Latina (pass by)

    Distric 1: La Latina. We will start on our store (Mesón de Paredes, 11). Wll have a good coffee and carrot cake to introduce eachother. Next we will visit the bohemian neighborhood of La Latina. The narrow and winding streets of this irregularly laid-out area, mostly dating back to the Middle Ages, usually lead onto a square.
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    Iglesia Parroquial de San Millan y San Cayetano.

    This church was built by the architect Marcos López in 1669 and finished by Francisco de Moradillo in 1761; it is also believed that José de Churriguera and Pedro de Ribera.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Plaza de Tirso de Molina (pass by)

    In the high part of the neighbourhood, along the streets that run into the colourful Tirso de Molina Square – peppered with flower stalls –, there are clothing and accessories wholesalers (but a few of them are retail suppliers too)
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    Lavapies (pass by)

    Next stop: district 2: the tourist Lavapiés. Since the sixteenth century, Lavapiés has been inhabited by the lower classes. Local residents used to live in apartment blocks, or tenements, called corralas that were arranged around an interior courtyard.
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    Mercado de Anton Martin

    Antón Martín Market mercado_de_anton_martin.jpg Anterior Siguiente Description Information (active tab) MapThis shopping centre, named after the famous Plaza de Antón Martín, is part of the new trend for gourmet markets, where traditional food stalls sit alongside various restaurants, serving up largely street food and international cuisine, with flavours of Spain, Italy, Asia and Latin America.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Barrio de Las Letras (pass by)

    Next neighborhood: district 3: Las Letras! (Literary Quarter). In the seventeenth century, the Golden Age of Spanish Literature, Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Quevedo, Tirso de Molina and Góngora, among other authors, had their homes here – hence the name. Some of the streets in this neighbourhood pay tribute to this and other brilliant chapters of Spanish history, culture and art.
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    Galeria Canalejas

    A visit to the former Palacio de la Equitativa, between Calle Alcalá and Calle Sevilla, is this exclusive shopping centre, the latest symbol of luxury in the heart of Madrid. Find over 40 boutiques selling fashion, accessories, perfume, and high-end jewellery and watches by some of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands (including Hermès, Cartier and Rolex), not forgetting a fantastic selection of restaurants and gastronomic concepts designed by renowned Michelin-star chefs.Covering an area of 15,000 m2, Galería Canalejas is spread across three floors, with the ground floor and first floor dedicated exclusively to shopping. Luxury boutiques of international firms like Hermés, Cartier, Aquazzura, OMEGA, Rolex, Saint Laurent, Valentino, Zegna, Jimmy Choo or Louis Vuitton can be found here. The commercial area is also home to the Beauty Gallery by Isolée, with more than 20 brands of premium cosmetics, make-up and signature perfumes.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Puerta del Sol (pass by)

    Close by Galeria Canalejas one of the city’s most famous sites, Puerta del Sol with its semi-circular shape, it is a junction for many of the city’s historical and busiest streets such as Mayor, Arenal, Alcalá and Preciados, as well as the starting point for all major radial roads in Spain.
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    Plaza Mayor (pass by)

    District 4: Austrias: 5 minutes away, Madrid’s grand central square is found in the heart of Hapsburg Madrid, the oldest part of the city. Steeped in history, the bustling plaza is the perfect place to begin your stroll through one of Madrid’s most charming districts. While you’re there, have a bite to eat or a coffee at one of the sunny terraces, buy yourself a souvenir in any of the time-honoured shops, watch street musicians and artists working their magic, and soak up the city’s rich history. The square also plays host to events such as the drum parade at Easter, outdoor concerts, and the city's Christmas market in December, so be sure to check the calendar when you're visiting.
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    Plaza de la Villa (pass by)

    This is one of Madrid’s best-preserved historical monuments. It is located in the historical zone, next to the Puerta del Sol Gate, and up until not long ago, you could find there the site of the capital City Council.
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    Catedral de la Almudena

    Madrid's cathedral, which stands in Hapsburg Madrid, has a short but tortuous history. The first plans for the church were drawn up in 1879 by Francisco de Cubas, who wanted to create a pantheon for the late Queen Maria de la Mercedes. The foundation stone was laid in 1883, but when Pope Leo XIII granted a bull in 1885 for the creation of the Madrid-Alcalá bishopric, the plans for the church were changed to become plans for a cathedral.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Plaza de Oriente (pass by)

    This 1.6-hectare garden is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Madrid. The gardens were planned by José Bonaparte, who wanted the gardens to highlight the Palacio and the Teatro Real. Since then, they have undergone significant restoration work. Miguel de Oriol directed the most important restoration work in 1997.
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    Royal Palace of Madrid (pass by)

    Home to the Kings of Spain from Charles III to Alfonso XIII, Madrid's Royal Palace takes us on a journey through the history of Spain. Though it is no longer the royal family's home, it continues to be their official residence.
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    Mercado San Miguel

    Opened back in May 1916 as a local food market, in 2009 the Mercado de San Miguel – one of the city’s finest examples of cast-iron architecture located a stone's throw from Plaza Mayor – became Madrid’s first gourmet market. Nine years later, in 2018, it was relaunched with a number of internationally-renowned chefs joining the ranks.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Highlights: Complete 3,30-Hour City Center Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Highlights: Complete 3,30-Hour City Center Walking Tour?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Breakfast. Before the tour: a traditional breakfast tasting one of the most popular handmade cake in town + coffe or organic smoothie.
    Apr 2025
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    The minimum age to participate is 10..

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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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    Accessibility information for the Madrid Highlights: Complete 3,30-Hour City Center Walking Tour is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madrid Highlights: Complete 3,30-Hour City Center Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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    • BreakfastBefore the tour: a traditional breakfast tasting one of the most popular handmade cake in town + coffe or organic smoothie.

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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