Madrid
Half day in Madrid with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
5.0
(26)
Half day in Madrid with a local
Mercado de San Miguel, secret sunset spots and the Museo Nacional del Prado.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Spend half a day with a host who will create an experience that's fully customized to your interests and what you'd most like to see
- Visit some of the most famous attractions that make Madrid so special, and discover where its energy comes from
- Discover iconic museums and historic landmarks or get lost (figuratively, of course) in a local neighborhood
- Try to make time for a food stop or two; Madrid’s cuisine is incredible and your host can’t wait to share an authentic taste of it with you
- Get tips and tricks from your host on how to spend the rest of your trip in this golden city!
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
4 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Madrid is a city so full of life and culture and although it may be impossible to see it all in just a few hours, getting an authentic and memorable impression of this vibrant city is not. You’ll join one of our local Madrid hosts for a taste of what makes their city so special, in their humble opinion that is!
Whether you see yourself strolling along grand Baroque boulevards or gritty local neighborhoods, sipping vermouth and nibbling tapas on a terrace, or seeing some grand sights like the Royal Palace and Museo Nacional del Prado, it’s all up to you.
All we’re sure of is that your experience will be like exploring Madrid with a friend; just let us know what your style is, and we’ll do the rest! This golden metropolis will steal your heart one way or another, we’re just not sure if it will be watching the sunset from the Temple de Debod, in an obscure little tapas bar or while you’re eating your way around the recently refurbished Mercado de San Miguel - that part is all up to you and your host!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Marjorie
May 2025
Marina is a very nice and genuine person who made our time with her very enjoyable.
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Deborah
May 2025
My husband and I had a wonderful walking tour with Marina. As first timers to Madrid, we wanted to get immersed in the culture and history. Marina was very thoughtful about the path we took, which encompassed a great variety. We especially enjoyed El Retiro and Las Letras. She also provided useful information for the rest of our trip. And lastly, Marina is such a lovely, engaging person to spend time with.
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Deborah
May 2025
My husband and I had a wonderful walking tour with Marina. As first timers to Madrid, we wanted to get immersed in the culture and history. Marina was very thoughtful about the path we took, which encompassed a great variety. We especially enjoyed El Retiro and Las Letras. She also provided useful information for the rest of our trip. And lastly, Marina is such a lovely, engaging person to spend time with.
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Bill
Apr 2025
Patricia did a fantastic job. We enjoyed the tour. She was communicative ahead of time and easy to work with. It was an extremely informative tour. She was very knowledgeable about the city.
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Julia
Jan 2025
Lisa was fantastic-very flexible and accommodating; she adjusted the itinerary on the fly and customized the experience according to our interests. All in all, a wonderful day in Madrid!
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Ann
Dec 2024
Spending this time with Lisa as our guide through the neighborhoods of Madrid was fantastic! We loved the opportunity to customize where we went and what we saw all throughout the day! We learned about the history and culture of Madrid, as well as stopped at some local spots to see shops and cafes that had an interesting history. Exploring with Lisa was like spending time with a friend. She was informative and funny, checking if we were enjoying our time, and giving us a perspective to what it is like to live in Madrid. We also loved hearing her stories about her journey to Madrid from Venezuela and the US, and we are so impressed with her entrepreneurial spirit of starting her own company. Fantastic day! Highly recommend! Thank you Lisa for highlighting the wonderful city of Madrid for our family!
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