A guide and a map of recommendations are included; this walk is English only. 4.95 from 110 reviews at €33 per person for 2h 30m.
In our comparison: #12 of 22 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €33 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 October 2026.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 108 of 110
Star breakdown of all 110 ratings
Reviewers praise engaging history and useful local tips, though some find there is too much talking.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2 July 2024 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Learn the history of Plaza Mayor including its many purposes through time and why people avoided it for decades.
Pass by, no stopStart to explore the food, drink and socialising traditions of Madrid from wall jumping locals to one of the world's most important restaurants
Pass by, no stopSee hundreds of years of architecture together in one beautiful square
Pass by, no stopBeautiful buildings and more of Madrid's unique history
Pass by, no stopObserve the unusual and striking Almudena cathedral
Pass by, no stopEnd the tour with a magnificent viewpoint and hear the wild story of the royal palace
Pass by, no stopWelcome to Madrid! One of Europe's most exciting yet misunderstood cities. What it lacks in famous tourist attractions, it more than makes up for in wild history, beautiful views and exciting local stories. If you take a couple of hours to get to know Madrid, it can easily become one of your favourite cities.
This English language tour starts close to the Plaza Mayor and ends at the glorious Royal Palace, we'll stroll down charming streets to see the sights of the oldest part of town and discover the secrets of a city that stands in the middle of nowhere, miles from its neighbours.
We'll travel through the history that shaped the city, talk food and drink traditions, share recommendations and even solve a couple of local mysteries.
Join us to spend fun couple of hours falling in love with Madrid and getting recommendations from your new local friends!
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #12 of 22 | €33 | 2h 30m | 4.95 (110) | shared |
| Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park | €3 per group | 2h 25m | 4.98 (2826) | shared |
| Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour | €25 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (633) | private |
| Eating Madrid: Food Walking Tour, Small-Group Tapas & Wine | €89 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (421) | shared |
Ranked #12 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. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 22 Walking Tours