Stroll through Madrid’s royal heart, from the Almudena Cathedral to Puerta del Sol, uncovering legends, architecture, and local charm. Opt to extend your tour with a visit to the Church of Saint Genesius, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, or Reina Sofía Museum.

Highlights
  • Discover Madrid’s historic Old Town with a 5-Star Private Guide
  • Explore the Old Town from the Royal Palace to Puerta del Sol
  • Admire the Baroque beauty of the Church of Saint Genesius with free entry (in 3,4&6hour option only)
  • Enjoy timed entry to the Thyssen Museum and see masterpieces by Van Gogh (in 4&6hour option only)
  • Beat the crowds with Skip-the-Line tickets to the Reina Sofía Museum (in the 6-hour option only)
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  • 2 hours
  • Private TourOnly your group - no strangers
  • Roso PromiseTop expert guide · Tailor-made plan · Flexible stops
  • Top expert guide Hand-picked by our local team
  • Walking Tour
  • Languages Language of your choice
Full description
This fun and history-filled tour of Madrid’s Old Town with Rosotravel lets you trace the roots of Spanish royalty, art, and legends, guided by an Expert Licensed Guide. Uncover the capital’s charm from hidden gems to iconic plazas. Discover Madrid with Rosotravel today!

Book a 2-hour private tour of Madrid’s Old Town to experience the city’s royal heritage and lively street atmosphere with a Licensed Guide. Begin at the grand Almudena Cathedral, a majestic symbol of Madrid’s spiritual history and neoclassical design. Nearby, learn the history of the Royal Palace as you admire its baroque façade and the surrounding Sabatini Gardens.

Continue through the Opera district to the Teatro Real and the statue of Queen Isabella II, and hear stories of Madrid’s 19th-century transformation. Stroll into the vibrant Plaza Mayor, once a venue for royal ceremonies and public executions, now a hub of local life. Just steps away lies Puerta del Sol, home to the Real Casa de Correos and the iconic Kilometre Zero marker—Spain’s symbolic heart.

End your journey at El Oso y el Madroño, the famous bear and strawberry tree statue representing the city’s heraldry. Along the way, enjoy personal commentary and historic anecdotes that breathe life into each stop. This walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want an insightful and immersive introduction to Madrid’s heritage and hidden corners.

Choose a 3-hour option for an extended walking route that includes a guided stop at the Church of Saint Genesius and views of the Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, enriching your understanding of Madrid’s religious and artistic legacy.

Book a 4-hour option to include timed tickets to the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and admire masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and Dalí after your Old Town walking tour.

Extend your adventure with the 6-hour option, adding Skip-the-Line access to the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, home to Picasso’s 'Guernica' and an extensive collection of modern Spanish art.

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Includes

    Private Walking Tour of Madrid's historic Old Town (number of attractions depends on the selected option)

  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
  • Free Entry to the Church of Saint Genesius (in the 3-, 4-, and 6-hour option only)
  • Timed Entry to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (in the 4-, and 6-hour option only)
  • Skip-the-Line tickets to the Reina Sofía Museum (in the 6-hour option only)
  • Skip-the-Line tickets to the Reina Sofía Museum (in the 2-, 3-, and 4-hour option)
  • Timed Entry to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (in the 2-, and 3-hour option)
  • Free Entry to the Church of Saint Genesius (in the 2-hour option)
  • Food and drinks
Meeting point

2-hour: Old Town Tour: El Anciano Rey de los Vinos, C. de Bailén, 19, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain | Meet your guide in front of El Anciano Rey de los Vinos, C. de Bailén, 19, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain. Please do not enter the cafe, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour. Open in Google Maps

2-hour: Old Town Tour: El Anciano Rey de los Vinos, C. de Bailén, 19, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain | Meet your guide in front of El Anciano Rey de los Vinos, C. de Bailén, 19, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain. Please do not enter the cafe, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour. Open in Google Maps

Important information

What you should know

  • Check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • The itinerary depends on the selected option.
  • Free entry to the Church of Saint Genesius is restricted during prayers, religious holidays and special events. Due to limited opening hours it may be removed from the 4- and 6-hour itineraries.
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  • Timed entry tickets to Thyssen Museum (permanent collection) allow you to skip the ticket line.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Reina Sofía Museum (permanent collection) let you bypass the ticket office, but not the queue for security and entry.
  • This is a moderate 2,5 -3,5 km walking tour. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
  • 2-, 3-, and 4-hour tours: 1 licensed guide can lead 1-25 participants.
  • 6-hour tour: Due to museum’s policy, group size is limited to 7 guests per guide. We will provide additional guides for larger groups.