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Overview
- Explore the historic quarters of Madrid north of Gran Vía
- Learn about culture and life during the Franco dictatorship
- Guided by experts offering a unique perspective
- Ideal for those looking to learn more about the history of Spain
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Local guide
- Personalized attention of your guide after the Tour (forever)
- Link to personalized recommendations What to do in Madrid?
- Printed material and teaching tools throughout the route
Not included
- Tips at the end, to Value the Effort of the Guides
- Any food or drink
- Entries to the sites (not required as we do not enter)
Itinerary
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1
Plaza del Callao
Heart of Madrid cinema and Gran Via. Here are some of the most famous cinemas in Spain, often compared to Times Square for its bright posters.
10 min Admission free -
2
Plaza de Santa Maria Soledad
Popularly known as Plaza Luna, it has changed from a problematic space to a cultural meeting point with terraces and urban life.
10 min Admission free -
3
Teatro Lara
An eclectic 19th-century theatre with decor reminiscent of a small palace. It is popularly called the Bombonera de Don Candido.
10 min Admission free -
4
Plaza de San Ildefonso
Small church linked to a convent where women in situations of exclusion were accommodated. Example of the most humane and supportive Madrid of another era.
10 min Admission free -
5
One of the oldest and most authentic taverns in Madrid (1892), famous for its vermouths, beers and mongrel tapas.
10 min Admission free -
6
Calle de Fuencarral
Fuencarral Street is one of the liveliest streets in Madrid, connecting Chueca with Malasaña and combining history, fashion and urban life in a modern and monstrous atmosphere.
10 min Admission free -
7
Iglesia de San Anton
Baroque temple of the 18th century, known today because it is open 24 hours thanks to the work of Father Angel and his foundation Messengers of Peace.
10 min Admission free -
8
Palacio De Longoria
Modernist jewel of Madrid, current headquarters of the SGAE. Its facade and interior are a show of organic forms inspired by Gaudí.
10 min Admission free -
9
Plaza De Las Salesas
Charming space that takes its name from the former convent of the Royal Salesians. Today it is an elegant and quiet square in the center.
10 min Admission free -
10
Church of Santa Barbara (Salesas Reales)
Royal church of the 18th century, where the remains of Barbara of Braganza, wife of Ferdinand VI, rest. It is a temple of great historical and artistic value.
10 min Admission free -
11
Plaza de la Villa de Paris
Known for hosting the Supreme Court and the General Council of the Judiciary. A solemn place linked to Spanish justice.
10 min Admission free -
12
Biblioteca Nacional de Espana
The National Library of Spain is one of the most emblematic buildings in Madrid. It guards centuries of history and knowledge, and houses millions of books, manuscripts and unique works of Spanish cultural heritage.
10 min Admission not included -
13
Plaza Colon
a Plaza de Colón is one of the most representative points of Madrid. It stands out for its monument to Christopher Columbus, its gardens and the great flags of Spain, making it a symbol of the city and its history.
10 min Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Everyone meets at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Chato is one of the best guides we’ve ever had. His knowledge is vast and deep, and his communication skills are perfect. We learned so much on his tour and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to do a deep dive into Spain during the Franco era. If I could give Chato 10 stars I would.
Beautiful tour; our guide, Chato, managed to make the history of Spain from the post-civil war period to the democratic transition understandable and accessible to everyone.
Chato was superlative: precise, engaging, clear. Highly appreciated, I highly recommend it
It is a tour that should be very dense, but the playful and pleasant way of Ricard was so interesting that it kept us always engaged with super important information.
Excellent free tour experience with Ricard!!! It was entertaining, didactic, with games, maps and material that placed us in time and context. Very good preparation and explanations and super nice in your treatment. We learned a lot!!!
Excellent.Ricard how.guide,very good knowledge, and very interesting and complete presentation of the theme. To recommend
We loved it! Ricard makes it super enjoyable and controls a lot of the subject, as well as being very funny. Highly recommended!
A very muscular, necessary and entertaining route with a wonderful guide who lives it and makes you live it. Ricard Ballad:)
Reviews are collected by Viator and Tripadvisor from verified travellers.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 2h 30m.
Is hotel pickup included?
Everyone meets at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: ES
On which days does it run?
It runs Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun. Starts 11:00, 16:30, 17:00, 18:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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