Madrid
Must see Madrid with a local
Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 8 hours
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Must see Madrid with a local
European art, chocolatería churros and a palace (or two, you never know when you’d need a spare).
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- See some of Madrid’s most famous sights, through the local lens added by your host
- Tick off your ‘must see’ famous sites in a day, or let your host share with you the places which they feel makes their city unmissable
- Stop for a delicious meal along the way, or stop for many delicious meals! There are street eats, tapas, churros and everything in between to try
- Get tips from your host for the rest of your stay in Madrid - there’s tapas to be eaten, Cava to be sipped, art to be mused over, and neighborhoods to explore!
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 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 has been known to steal hearts and you’ll soon see why as you join one of our local Madrid hosts as they lead you on an adventure through the colorful streets of the city, soaking up its inimitable energy and passion for life.
Of course, we know you couldn’t possibly see all of the city’s unmissable sights in a day, but it all comes down to what you count as a must-see. Do you have a Madrid bucket list crammed with spots like Plaza Mayor, El Retiro Park, or the Royal Palace? Now’s the time to hand it over!
Or would you prefer to let your host take the reins and share with you what they think are the unmissable spots in their city? You’ll stop for a meal along the way, or maybe you’d like to graze your way through the day (this way, there’s more room for calamari sandwiches, churros, and tapas)? And let's not forget Madrid's artistic side.
Countless rich repositories of European art line the streets, housing some of the greatest works, and there are also numerous smaller contemporary galleries throughout the city. Our point is, you couldn’t see it all in a day, but you can certainly soak up the feeling of the unmissable sights which make Madrid so special!
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 our Spain experiences
Stephen
Jun 2025
Alba was perfect, the tour was pitched perfectly and we very much enjoyed it.
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Stephen
Jun 2025
Alba was perfect, the tour was pitched perfectly and we very much enjoyed it.
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Cristian
Aug 2024
Excelente Me encontré con Lisa en Barajas y tomamos el Metro a la ciudad Lisa muy atenta, con un saludo genuino Fuimos a desayunar y después le dimos al recorrido de casi 5 horas a pie por el centro de Madrid Buen ritmo y me dio datos que ningún guía anteriormente Me había dado 100% recomendable Excellent I met Lisa in Barajas and we took the Metro to the city Lisa very attentive, with a genuine greeting We went to have breakfast and then we started the almost 5-hour walking tour through the center of Madrid Good pace and gave me information that no guide had previously given me 100% recommended
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Cindy
Oct 2019
My mother and I toured with Silvia on our first day in Madrid. She is very friendly, full of energy and provided us with her inside view of 3 neighborhoods (Salamanca, Malasaña and Centro). She took us off the touristy streets and it made the tour more personable. She also took us to one of her favorite lunch spots...La Pescaderia. It was delicious and very reasonable. If you’re looking for an overview of the city, I highly suggest requesting Silvia!
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Francisco
Jul 2019
Minha experiência começou alguns dias antes da data marcada para o tour, sendo que Nicola, que foi responsável por me guiar no tour, me enviou emails me explicando em detalhes como iriamos nos encontrar, e uma sugestão de intinerário. Na hora marcada, começamos o passeio por Madri. Tive a oportunidade de conhecer vários detalhes históricos dos principais edifícios e ruas da cidade. Além disso, Nicola me levou a dois mercados para que eu pudesse experimentar um pouco da culinária local... o sanduiche ramón é imperdível, como também as croquetas!!! Para finalizar, uma passada por alguns dos museus da cidade, com destaque para o Museu do Prado. Bem, foi um dia agradabilíssimo, com o encontro de mais um amigo. se recomendo, claro, com certeza!
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Amy
Jul 2018
Joanna asked me what my favorite experiences were and then created a fabulous personalized walking adventure in Madrid. We spent eight hours seeing gardens, markets, shopping, eating, and taking pictures in all the historical districts. We walked a lot, but the conversation and historical information shared made the day be totally pleasurable. We toured multiple art museums together and her expertise in Art History was obvious. She prides herself in her guests having a great experience. Wonderful day with a wonderful person.
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