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This 2.5-hour Old Town walking tour is a great way to start your first day in Madrid. Walk through Plaza Mayor and the hidden gems of the Old Town with a local guide who studied history, and learn through fascinating stories how a remote hilltop became a vibrant capital. Take photos at beautiful viewpoints and get recommendations on where to eat, shop and enjoy cultural experiences in Madrid.

Your guide will welcome you at the Fountain of Orpheus in Plaza de la Provincia, right next to Plaza Mayor. Focusing on the highlights of Madrid's small but historically rich Old Town, the guide tells you how a remote hilltop became today's capital.

Explore the spacious Plaza Mayor, home to the bronze statue of King Philip III, and hear about the history that shaped the city. Solve local mysteries too, such as why people avoided Plaza Mayor for decades and which monument shocked the entire city.

Stroll the charming streets of the Old Town to discover hidden gems and secret spots. Your guide introduces Madrid's food and drink traditions and shows you how to eat like a local, and you can take photos at beautiful viewpoints.

The tour ends near the Royal Palace. You will get recommendations for places to eat, shop and enjoy culture that suit the rest of your stay in Madrid.
※ The tour runs in all weather conditions.
※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change depending on local conditions.
Meeting point :
Fountain of Orpheus (Plaza de la Provincia)
Pl. de la Provincia, 4, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Meeting point info:
Meet your guide next to the Fountain of Orpheus in Plaza de la Provincia, just outside Plaza Mayor. The guide will be carrying a Lexi Walking Tours bag.
Pl. de la Provincia, 4, 28012 Madrid, Spain