Walking Tours In Madrid

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

Top private tours in Madrid

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

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Madrid Explore the trendy barrio of Malasaña

Technicolor street art, second-hand vinyl stores, and coffee shops that transform into bars (magic).

$97.94 per person

3 hours

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Madrid Half day in Madrid with a local

Mercado de San Miguel, secret sunset spots and the Museo Nacional del Prado.

$125.08 per person

4 hours

(55)

City Unscripted Original

Madrid Must see Madrid with a local

European art, chocolatería churros and a palace (or two, you never know when you’d need a spare).

$233.64 per person

8 hours

(41)

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Madrid Shopping in Madrid

Retro designer stores, vintage markets, and one-of-a-kind boutiques.

$152.22 per person

5 hours

(44)

Explore La Latina, Madrid's liveliest barrio

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Madrid Explore La Latina, Madrid's liveliest barrio

Mojitos, the El Rasto flea market, a Moorish church and probably another mojito.

$97.94 per person

3 hours

(43)

Day trip to Toledo - the ancient ‘city of three cultures’

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Madrid Day trip to Toledo - the ancient ‘city of three cultures’

Fairytale turrets, El Greco art and a feast at Mercado San Agustin.

$328.04 per person

8 hours

(43)

City Unscripted Original

Madrid Eat like a local in Madrid

Tapas, Mercado San Miguel and churros from heaven (or a chocolatería, but you get the point).

$145.14 per person

3 hours

(83)

City Unscripted Original

Madrid A night in Madrid with a local

Late night tapas, sangria sipping and vibrant La Latina.

$119.77 per person

3 hours

(48)

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The best private guides and local insiders in Madrid

The best walking tours in Madrid aren’t difficult to find – in fact, you can stop your search right here! City Unscripted has a range of walking tours in Madrid, from full-day experiences to food tours, all led by knowledgeable local guides who have uncovered every inch of Spain’s colorful capital. With a history that spans centuries and bewitching nightlife, this enchanting city is one that’s best experienced on foot. Whether you stick to crowded main streets in the festive city center or head off the beaten track to locations most tourists have yet to explore, our private walking tours in Madrid with local guides will make the most of every step.

Meet some of our Madrid private guides

Patricia

Madrid

Hidden gem hunter and history buff, with an insider’s expertise in Madrid’s most iconic neighborhoods.

Márian

Madrid

Ricky

Madrid

Anecdote-loving history buff and Golden Age literature expert with a witty take on Madrid’s most storied streets.

Antonio

Madrid

Aydja

Madrid

An exciting Madrid host with insider knowledge of the city's local restaurants, ready to guide you through a culinary adventure you won't forget.

Alberto

Madrid

Tokyo art insider who brings Japanese museums & galleries to vibrant life!

Lisa

Madrid

Vibrant Madrid host with a passion for the rich culture, traditional taverns, city history, and foodie delights, ready to unveil the city's hidden gems one adventure at a time.

Pedro

Madrid

Art and architecture enthusiast with a passion for Madrid’s urban evolution and vibrant public spaces.

Laura

Madrid

History buff with a knack for Madrid’s myths and legends, offering insider tales of the city's iconic spots like Plaza Mayor, Sol, and Palacio Real.

Alba

Madrid

Madrid beyond the must-sees

With its enviable art scene spilling over with much-loved masterpieces to century-old Spanish snacks served at tiny tapa bars, Madrid walking tours are a treat for several seductive reasons. But where’s the fun of just seeking out the tourist sights? With City Unscripted and a local guide, your walking tours in Madrid can show you all sorts of secrets. We won’t just make you tick off the tourist sights. Our private walking tours in Madrid give you the opportunity to walk down streets lined with medieval mansions and beautiful Baroque buildings that aren’t even in your guidebook.

Tailored tours on foot

What makes our experiences some of the best walking tours in Madrid? No matter which tour you choose, we’ll make sure it’s 100% tailored to your interests and travel style. Our local insiders take the time to learn about your personality and passions, then plan walking tours in Madrid made especially for you. Whether you head out on our tapas walking tours in Madrid in trendy Malasaña and sample patatas bravas with an ice-cold beer or browse through racks of beautiful clothes at vintage stores in luxurious Salamanca, you can be sure your experience with us will be anything but ordinary.

Tasting off the tourist trail

Choosing where to eat in a city as popular as Madrid can be a challenge – many local restaurants cater almost solely to travelers, and don’t give you the authentic experience of the city’s food scene. Luckily, our local guides will be your GPS, restaurant reviewer, and menu decipherer on your walking food tours in Madrid. Say goodbye to tourist menus and explore hidden gems and hole-in-the-wall restaurants only locals know about. From freshly made churros at a local market to tapas walking tours in Madrid that lead you to tiny bars off the tourist trail, we’ll give you a taste of the real Madrid.

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Latest reviews from our guests

We took this tour on our last day in Madrid, and it was a wonderful way to cap our stay. Lisa's local knowledge and awareness of hidden gems made the tour fun and interesting. We also appreciated Lisa's recommendations for other things to do in the city. Thanks for a fun-filled day!

4 November 2025

William B
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

28 August 2024

Cristian M
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!

13 October 2019

Cindy K
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!

27 July 2019

Francisco L