Madrid
Half day in Madrid with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
5.0
(32)
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
Lani
Jun 2025
My family of 4 ( 2 teens age 16 and 18) spent several hours with Laura our tour guide . She was amazing . She took us all around the city and was incredibly knowledgeable about history of Madrid . She even helped us get our metro cards and explained the layout of train system . She was able to talk and engage with each person in our group and we all agreed she was definitely one of our absolute favorite guides ( we travel a lot around the world and use private tour guides so that’s saying something! )
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Nathan
Jun 2025
Lisa really brought the community of Madrid to life for us. Her recommendations for dining and entertainment after the tour were also excellent. She catered the tour to our love of history and culture. We would highly recommend Lisa to anyone.
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Marjorie
Jun 2025
Lots of great details about the history about the city. Knowledgable and pleasant tour guide, who was very easy to understand. Very much enjoyed our time on the tour.
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Laure
Jun 2025
Good overview of the city center of the history of Madrid. Guide was very knowledgeable. Totally recommend!
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Mark
Jun 2025
Marina gave us a great tour of Madrid highlights. She was very knowledgeable and tailored our experience to our interests. Thanks Marina!
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Dencil
May 2025
Best tour guide (Lisa) by far in Madrid. Worth doing it on first day after arrival instead of towards the end!
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