Private Tour · Madrid
Private tour
of Madrid
Flexible schedule
100% private tour
Hotel pick-up
Exclusive experience
Private Tour · Madrid
What will you see in Madrid?
Madrid, the capital of Spain and the country’s cultural heart, is a vibrant city where history, art and the finest cuisine come together. Our private tour of Madrid takes you, guided by an expert local guide, through the most iconic corners of a city that was born in the 9th century as a small Moorish fortress and is today one of the most fascinating capitals in Europe.
We start at the Puerta del Sol, kilometre zero of Spain’s roads and the nerve centre of the city. We continue towards the spectacular Plaza Mayor, a jewel of Madrid’s Baroque architecture, and step into the Mercado de San Miguel to discover the authentic flavours of the capital. We visit the imposing Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish monarchy, and explore the Habsburg Madrid with its streets steeped in history.
The day continues along the Paseo del Arte (Art Walk), home to three of the world’s most important museums —Prado Museum, Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza— and past the majestic Puerta de Alcalá. We end the tour at El Retiro Park, a green oasis in the very centre, perfect for enjoying the Crystal Palace, the pond and the century-old gardens. An exclusive experience, with no large groups, where you set the pace and our guide reveals the authentic Madrid to you.
Must-see places
What you'll see on your guided visit to Madrid
Puerta del Sol
Kilometre zero and the heart of Madrid. Here you’ll find the famous Casa de Correos clock that chimes in the New Year, the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, and the spot where the capital’s main events take place.
Mercado de San Miguel
A 19th-century gourmet market with a restored iron structure, where you can sample tapas, Iberian ham, fresh seafood and Spanish wines. An essential culinary temple to discover the best of Madrid’s cooking all in one place.
Royal Palace
The official residence of the Spanish monarchy and the largest royal palace in Western Europe, with more than 3,400 rooms. Its halls house works by Goya, Velázquez and Caravaggio, and the world’s largest collection of Stradivarius instruments.
El Retiro Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2021, this 125-hectare green lung in the very centre is home to the Crystal Palace, the pond with its monument to Alfonso XII, century-old gardens and the only statue in the world dedicated to the devil: the Fallen Angel.
Full day
A suggested itinerary
We begin the day with the convenience of a direct pick-up at your hotel or apartment in central Madrid. Your private guide greets you at whatever time suits you best and, before setting off, goes over the day’s plan with you and adjusts the itinerary to your interests, pace and level of detail.
We start at the Puerta del Sol, the geographical and symbolic heart of Spain. We tell you the story of the Casa de Correos clock, the origin of kilometre zero, the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, and the great historical events that have played out here.
We walk down Calle Mayor to reach the majestic Plaza Mayor. We explore its arcades, discover its paintings, legends and hidden corners, and step into Habsburg Madrid: cobbled alleyways, century-old taverns and churches from the Spanish Golden Age.
A few steps from the Plaza Mayor we visit the Mercado de San Miguel, a jewel of 19th-century iron architecture. Here you can sample select tapas, acorn-fed Iberian ham, homemade croquettes, Galician oysters and Spanish wines. An essential culinary break.
We visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish monarchy. If you wish, we enter its halls (admission not included) to discover the Throne Room, the Royal Armoury and the Royal Chapel. We continue on to Almudena Cathedral and the Sabatini Gardens, with spectacular views over the Casa de Campo.
We take a break for lunch at one of the traditional restaurants recommended by our guide: cocido madrileño (chickpea stew), callos a la madrileña (Madrid-style tripe), a calamari sandwich in the Plaza Mayor or a tasting menu in the La Latina district. We’ll guide you according to your tastes and budget.
In the afternoon we walk along the Gran Vía, past the Cibeles fountain, the Bank of Spain and the Puerta de Alcalá. We reach the Paseo del Prado, where you can choose between a guided visit to the Prado Museum (admission not included) or continue on to El Retiro Park to see the Crystal Palace, the pond and the Cecilio Rodríguez Gardens.
We round off the day with a private return to your hotel, making sure every moment of the day has been unforgettable. If you like, we can end the tour in a particular part of Madrid (Malasaña, Chueca, the Barrio de las Letras) so you can enjoy Madrid’s nightlife on your own.
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Everything you need to know
Frequently asked questions
The full-day private tour of Madrid lasts approximately 7 to 8 hours. As it is a 100% private tour, we can adjust it to your availability: half a day (4 h), a full day, or several days if you want to explore specific neighbourhoods such as Malasaña, Lavapiés or modern Madrid in more depth.
The base itinerary includes Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel, the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Gran Vía, Puerta de Alcalá, the Prado Museum and El Retiro Park. The route is completely flexible and adapts to your interests: art, history, cuisine, shopping or nightlife.
We offer the private tour of Madrid in Spanish and English. On prior request we can arrange guides in other languages. Let us know your preference when booking.
The price includes a qualified private guide, pick-up and transfer to your hotel within central Madrid, a walking tour of the city’s main monuments and completely personalised attention throughout the day. No groups, no rush, just you and the guide.
Not included are admission to museums and monuments (the Prado Museum, the Royal Palace, Reina Sofía), meals and drinks, or metro or taxi transport within the city if needed. If you prefer, we can arrange tickets in advance to avoid queues.
Of course. As it is a 100% private tour, the itinerary is completely flexible. You can add or remove stops, adjust the pace of the day and include alternative neighbourhoods such as Malasaña, Chueca, Lavapiés, the Barrio de las Letras or Habsburg Madrid. If you’re interested in contemporary art, we can swap the Prado for the Reina Sofía.
We pick you up directly at your hotel or apartment within central Madrid, at no extra cost. We can also arrange to meet at stations (Atocha, Chamartín), at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport, or at any point convenient for you.
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Madrid · Community of Madrid · Spain
Madrid is home to some of the most important monuments and museums in Europe: the Royal Palace (the largest in Western Europe), the Prado Museum with the largest collection of Spanish painting, the Baroque Plaza Mayor, the Puerta del Sol with its kilometre zero, the Puerta de Alcalá, the Cibeles fountain, the Gran Vía, El Retiro Park (a UNESCO Heritage Site) and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Not to mention the Reina Sofía with Picasso’s Guernica and the Thyssen-Bornemisza.
- Have tapas and vermouth at the Mercado de San Miguel and on Cava Baja
- Watch a flamenco show at Corral de la Morería or Cardamomo
- Stroll through El Retiro Park and row on its pond
- Visit the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía or the Thyssen-Bornemisza
- Go out in the evening around La Latina, Malasaña, Chueca or Lavapiés
- Watch the sunset from the Temple of Debod
- Discover Habsburg Madrid and its century-old taverns
Madrid is perfectly connected. By plane, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport (MAD) receives flights from all over the world and is 13 km from the centre. By AVE train high-speed rail, Madrid connects with Seville in 2h 30min, Barcelona in 2h 30min, Málaga in 2h 30min and Valencia in 1h 40min. The main stations are Atocha and Chamartín. By car, the A-1 to A-6 motorways all converge on the capital. Once there, we pick you up at your accommodation and get around on foot and by public transport according to the itinerary.
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- Duration: 7 – 8 hours
- Group: Up to 8 people
- Pick-up: At your hotel
- Price from: Inquire
- Destination: Madrid, Spain
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