Madrid Essential : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace
Overview
Madrid Essential is the most complete tour of the historic center
of Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, San Miguel Market,
Arab Wall, Almudena Cathedral and Royal Palace. In
2 hours and a half, our expert local guides reveal you
medieval secrets, hidden histories and corners
that never appear in travel guides.
We are the No1 company on Cool Shore Excursions Madrid among more than 1,200
tourism companies. We have been with the Award for 8 consecutive years
Cool Shore Excursions Best of the Best — only 1% experiences
in the world receives it. More than 20,000 reviews on Cool Shore Excursions,
Google, GuruWalk and Free Tour. More than 10 years touring Madrid
with travelers from all over the world.
Small groups, maximum 25 people per guide. Includes material
printed and illustrated map exclusive to Trip Tours Madrid. Al
booking you receive our personalized guide to Madrid by
WhatsApp. At the end of the tour, your guide recommends where
eating, drinking and what not to miss.
What's Included
- Local professional guide, expert in Madrid history
- Exclusive printed matter and illustrated map
- Restaurant recommendations and plans at completion
- Personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp (when booking)
- Meals Food or drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments (completely outside tour)
- Food or drinks
- Tip to guide (delivered at completion to satisfaction)
Meeting Location
Puerta del Sol
28013 Madrid, Spain
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
28013 Madrid
Spain
What To Expect
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Puerta del Sol
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Plaza Mayor
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mercado San Miguel
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Plaza de la Villa
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arab Wall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Catedral de la Almudena
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Royal Palace of Madrid
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Teatro Real
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-247547P1
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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 476 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Local professional guide, expert in Madrid history.
- Exclusive printed matter and illustrated map.
- Restaurant recommendations and plans at completion.
- Personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp (when booking).
- Meals. Food or drinks.
- Entrance fees to monuments (completely outside tour).
- Food or drinks.
- Tip to guide (delivered at completion to satisfaction).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Madrid Essential : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madrid Essential : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Local professional guide, expert in Madrid history
- Exclusive printed matter and illustrated map
- Restaurant recommendations and plans at completion
- Personalized guide to Madrid by WhatsApp (when booking)
- MealsFood or drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments (completely outside tour)
- Food or drinks
- Tip to guide (delivered at completion to satisfaction)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
