--- title: Explore Madrid by bike taking photos with Benja lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/madrid/tours/explore-madrid-by-bike-taking-photos-with-benja/ type: tour city: Madrid country: Spain price: 49 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 70 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 4 of 17 (Bike & Segway Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/explore-madrid-by-bike-taking-photos-with-benja/ --- # Explore Madrid by bike taking photos with Benja **Guidekin's take:** Cycle through Madrid via Gran Via and Retiro Park, with photographs taken at every stop. A bicycle, helmet, bottled water and photos are included; be prepared to ride between stops. 5 from 70 reviews at €49 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #4 of 17 in Bike & Segway Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview We will visit the most emblematic places of Madrid. I'll give you an introduction at every stop and take pictures with my Sony camera. Visit my IG cyclingtourwithbenja and my website for more options and better prices Our journey begins on the famous Gran Via, where we will explore its fascinating architecture, hidden secrets and rich history. Then we will take a quiet walk through the Retiro Park and admire the Prado Museum. We will venture through the picturesque Las Letras neighborhood and stop at the bustling San Miguel Market and the iconic Plaza Mayor. Our last stop will be at an incredible viewpoint, which offers breathtaking views of Madrid Cathedral and the Royal Palace. Throughout our tour, we will tour beautiful parks and picturesque places. I'm an avid traveler like you, and I think I can show you exactly what you've come to experience. ## Before you book - Meeting point: I will be waiting for you in the… - Starts 10:00, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €49: ages 6 to 11 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €49 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 70 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Cycling Tour With Benja - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 10:00, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 5.0 from 70 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 70 of 70. - 5 stars: 70 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the photos, city insights and patient guiding; hills can make the ride tiring on a regular bike. **Praised:** - Photos at sightseeing stops, shared promptly after the ride - Engaging explanations of Madrid's history and local stories - An introduction to Madrid's sights that helps visitors plan further exploring - Comfortable bikes, with electric options described as easy to use - Patient guiding that helps less confident cyclists feel comfortable **Complaints:** - Hills can be tiring on a regular bike Written by Guidekin from the 48 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-07-29 to 2026-09-23); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Bottled water - Helmet - Use of bicycle - Photographs at every stop with my Sony camera ## Itinerary 1. **Gran Via** (20m) - Introduction + photos 2. **Puerta de Alcala** (20m) - Introduction + photos 3. **Monumento A Alfonso XII** (20m) - Introduction + photos. Retiro Park 4. **Palacio De Cristal** (20m) - Introduction + photos 5. **Museo Nacional del Prado** (20m) - Introduction + photos. Panoramic view from the outside 6. **Puerta del Sol** (20m) - Introduction + photos 7. **Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena** (20m) - Introduction + photos 8. **Royal Palace of Madrid** (20m) - Introduction + photos. Panoramic view from the outside. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point I will be waiting for you in the direction indicated, next to the bikes, ready to begin our tour. The meeting point is only one block away from Gran Via. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJDwmQmYcoQg0RLtL4xFbuOQY Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels Booking asks for: heights ## Compared with other Bike & Segway Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 17** | €49 | 3h | 5.0 (70) | shared | | [Madrid: 3 hour Guided Highlights Bike Tour with Optional Tapas](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-3-hour-guided-highlights-bike-tour-with-optional-tapas/?format=md) | €29 | 3h | 4.95 (489) | shared | | [Madrid: City Highlights Guided Vintage Bike Tour](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-city-highlights-guided-vintage-bike-tour/?format=md) | €29 | 3h | 4.96 (295) | shared | | [Madrid Segway Private Tour in Retiro Park](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-segway-private-tour-in-retiro-park/?format=md) | €35 | 1h | 4.92 (355) | private | Ranked #4 of 17 in Bike & Segway Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €10 to €188, median €35; typical length 3h. 5 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/bike-tours-madrid/?format=md ## More in Madrid - All Madrid tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/explore-madrid-by-bike-taking-photos-with-benja/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/?format=md