Madrid Layover Tours

Tailoring each tour to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top 10 layover tours & experiences around the world

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

The best private layover tours & experiences with locals

Who says you have to wait out a long layover at the airport? When you find yourself in the Spanish capital for a few hours, it would be a crime not to grab the opportunity and head out on Madrid layover tours with City Unscripted. We’ll send a local guide to pick you up at Madrid-Barajas Airport and whiz you into the heart of Spain’s elegant capital city for a whirlwind experience of the city. On Madrid airport layover tours with us, we’ll give you an unforgettable experience of the city’s top attractions and its secret gems that lie off the tourist trail. Make the most of every minute in Madrid – we’ll make sure you get back to the airport on time!

Meet some of our local hosts around Madrid

Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

We’ve handpicked them and we’ll match you to your perfect one!

See Madrid on your layover

You might not think a few hours is enough to get a full experience of a city as sprawling as the Spanish capital, but Madrid airport layover tours with a local guide certainly prove otherwise. A layover presents the ideal opportunity to squeeze in a travel experience right in the middle of your trip! Why wait around in a stuffy airport when there’s an entire city ready to be explored right at your doorstep? Join us on Madrid layover tours with a local and get an amazing itinerary structured around your schedule – it doesn’t matter when you land or when you’re set to leave.

Sightseeing minus the stress

We understand why you’d be wary of leaving the airport on a layover. After all, being in an unfamiliar place with a time constraint isn’t most people’s idea of relaxing! But on Madrid airport layover tours, you won’t have to worry about struggling with a GPS or a guidebook. That’s because a local insider will plan your tour – and all your transportation! – for you. From the moment you leave the airport until you return, you’ll have a local by your side every step of the way. And if there’s one thing we can promise, it’s that Madrid layover tours won’t make you late for your flight.

See the best of Madrid

With its beautiful architecture, incredible art scene, and century-old Spanish snacks served at tiny tapa bars, there are so many iconic things to see and do on Madrid airport layover tours. But if you have a local guide by your side, you don’t just need to seek out the tourist sights – our Madrid layover tours can show you all sorts of secrets. You may have limited time, but we definitely won’t make you stick to the tourist sights. You’ll tick off both highlights and hidden gems loved by locals as you stroll through the heart of the Spanish capital on a memorable layover.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Our tour of Madrid was an unforgettable experience. From the iconic Oso y el Madroño, we explored the city's history and cultural treasures. Mariña's expertise brought landmarks like the grand palace and the breathtaking opera house to life. Her captivating storytelling immersed us in Madrid's past. We enjoyed a visit to a hidden gem—a quaint taverna tucked away in a picturesque corner. It provided a perfect place to relax and savor local flavors. The tour also included a visit to the Museo de Historia de Madrid, deepening our understanding of the city's heritage. This must-do tour combined rich insights, well-chosen locations, and hidden gems. Thanks to Mariña, we left with a newfound appreciation for Madrid and an eagerness to explore more.

April 2024

Ange & Kevin T
Had a lovely tour with Gonzalo. It was a cold morning but surely he made it a fun walk. Gonzalo contacted us prior to the tour have brief understanding on our expectation. He was flexible and adjusted to our pace and preference. He surely delivered and from the heart. Plus point, he took very nice pictures! Recommended!

October 2023

Luly J
Knows his history. If you love to walk then Antonio is your guide.

October 2023

Charlene R
Alba was the best tour guide! Extremely knowledgeable and super friendly. I’m now familiar with some of the best sites in Madrid.

October 2023

Brian F