--- title: Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-walking-tour-from-puerta-del-sol-to-retiro-park/ type: tour city: Madrid country: Spain price: 3 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 2826 duration_minutes: 145 languages: [pt, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Shared Sol to Retiro walk rank_in_category: 1 of 22 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-walking-tour-from-puerta-del-sol-to-retiro-park/ --- # Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park **Guidekin's take:** Walk from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park, exploring Madrid's Bourbon landmarks along the way. A local guide, printed materials and recommendations are included; tips and entrance fees are extra, and booking is priced per group. 4.98 from 2826 reviews at €3 per group/vehicle for 2h 25m. In our comparison: #1 of 22 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the Retreat and Madrid of Bourbons Fall in love with Parque del Retiro, the great green lung of Madrid, and be impressed by the monumental elegance of Madrid Bourbon. Whether it’s a picnic under the trees or a magical sunset at the Retreat, you’ll experience unforgettable moments. But beware: without a guide, you will only take a thousand pictures. With us, you will discover the hidden secrets and curiosities that hide this part of the city. An experience where fun and learning go hand in hand. Important: this payment secures your place. The contribution to the guide is made at the end of the tour, according to your satisfaction. ## Before you book - Meeting point: located in the center of the Puerta del… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - 8 start times: between 10:00 and 19:00 - Food not included: Any food or drink - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €3 per group/vehicle - Duration: 2h 25m - Rating: 4.98/5 from 2826 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Tours Madrid | TOURSTILLA - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 19:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 4.98 from 2826 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2816 of 2826. - 5 stars: 2802 (99%) - 4 stars: 14 (0%) - 3 stars: 4 (0%) - 2 stars: 2 (0%) - 1 star: 4 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the engaging history and considerate pacing; summer heat is the recurring caveat on the outdoor walk **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides make Madrid's history engaging with stories and humour - Historical explanations help visitors understand the buildings along the route - Considerate pacing includes shade, seating and water breaks - Useful recommendations for food, shows and further sightseeing **Complaints:** - Exposure to summer heat during the outdoor walk Written by Guidekin from the 92 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-03-31 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | TOUR IN PORTUGUESE | €3 per group | Portuguese | - | | VISIT IN FRENCH | €3 per group | French | - | | TOUR IN ITALIAN | €3 per group | Italian | - | | SPANISH TOUR | €3 per group | Spanish | - | | TOUR ENGLISH | €3 per group | English | - | ## What's included - Local guide - Personalized attention from your guide after the Tour (forever) - Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route - Link for personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid? ## Not included - The tip to the guide is not included, it is given at the end of the tour. - Any food or drink - Entrance fees to the sites (not required) ## Itinerary 1. **Puerta del Sol** (5m) - Our specialized Guide will meet you at the meeting point 2. **Calle de Alcala** (10m) - Four Seasons hotel and its treasures. 3. **Edificio Metropolis** (10m) - Most photographed building in Madrid 4. **Gran Via** (15m) - The artery of art, leisure and gastronomy of Madrid. 5. **Instituto Cervantes** (5m) - Do you want to learn Spanish? Well, this is the official institute in charge 6. **Circulo De Bellas Artes** (10m) - Wonderful views from its terraces and protectors of the Fine Arts 7. **Banco de Espana** (5m) - Riches and Armored Vault. The Great robbery ¨the paper house¨. 8. **Cibeles Fountain** (15m) - Get to know the Wonderful symbol of the Madrileños 9. **Palacio de Cibeles** (10m) - Wonder with the architecture of this Palace, headquarters of the Madrid City Council and a terrace with unbeatable views 10. **Puerta de Alcala** (15m) - The most important Royal Gate to Madrid, a monument worth appreciating. 11. **Parque del Retiro** (30m; admission included) - El Pulmoncito in Madrid, the central park of us Madrid residents. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 19:00 - 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 located in the center of the Puerta del Sol square. Look for the YELLOW AND ORANGE bicolor umbrella. Reference #1: The only monument with a horse turns its gaze to us. Reference #2: Puerta del Sol, it is the only square with a giant sign of ¨Tio Pepe¨. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJx319oIAoQg0RecYd2lfuSmk ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €3 | €2 | | 4 | €3 | €1 | | 6 | €3 | €1 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking Tours start at €3 per person. ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 22** | €3 per group | 2h 25m | 4.98 (2826) | shared | | [Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-old-city-guided-exclusive-guided-walking-tour/?format=md) | €25 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (633) | private | | [Eating Madrid: Food Walking Tour, Small-Group Tapas & Wine](/spain/madrid/tours/eating-madrid-food-walking-tour-small-group-tapas-wine/?format=md) | €89 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (421) | shared | | [Madrid Old City Guided Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl Max](/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-old-city-guided-walking-tour-semi-private-12ppl-max/?format=md) | €25 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (231) | shared | Ranked #1 of 22 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €3 to €217, median €29; typical length 2h 30m. 7 of 22 are private. 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