OLD MADRID NEIGHBORHOODS

Madrid
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Tour Description

  • Duration:4 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:1 - 20 guests
If you want to discover the authentic atmosphere of Madrid, this walking tour is the perfect combination of history, culture, and local life. Each district in the center of Madrid has its own unique character. In the Habsburg Quarter, we'll discover Madrid's Muslim origins and some of its most outstanding monuments, such as the iconic Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. In La Latina, we'll enjoy the most authentic and traditional taverns. We'll stroll through the Rastro area to discover the stories behind Madrid's famous flea market. The Lavapiés neighborhood will surprise you with its bohemian and diverse atmosphere, a melting pot of cultures, street art, and authentic traditions. Finally, in the Literary Quarter, we'll follow in Cervantes' footsteps and discover one of the oldest theaters in Europe, while enjoying lively squares, poetic street art, and some of the best tapas bars in the city.

Tour Highlights

  • Plaza Mayor and surrounding area: Madrid's grand square, where markets, bullfights, and royal ceremonies were once held.
  • Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral: one of the largest palaces in Europe and Madrid's magnificent cathedral.
  • La Latina and Cava Baja: a stroll through some of Madrid's most vibrant streets, steeped in history and lined with tapas bars.
  • Lavapiés: the bohemian and multicultural neighborhood.
  • El Rastro: the neighborhood of the famous Sunday market, brimming with flavor and tradition.
  • Literary Quarter: where the Golden Age of Spanish literature flourish

Includes

  • Private local guide

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