Madrid Historic Center Walking Tour - Teatro Real & Plaza de la Villa

Walk with your guide
through the heart of historic Madrid

Meet your guide at the All Ways Madrid Store to start the 2-hour walking tour. Hear stories of the Spanish royal family, great painters and centuries of city history as you visit the main sights of Madrid's old town.

See the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral and the Moorish wall

Admire the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish monarchy, from beautiful Plaza de Oriente and its gardens. Enjoy a view of the Madrid skyline from the viewpoint next to Almudena Cathedral, and learn about Madrid's medieval past at the Moorish wall, one of the city's oldest remains.

Learn about the architecture and history of the Teatro Real

Stop at the Teatro Real, one of Europe's leading opera houses, and hear about its architecture, its history and its importance to Spain's cultural heritage. Entry to the theatre is not included.

Pass Plaza Mayor on the way to Plaza de la Villa

Soak up the lively atmosphere of Plaza Mayor with its Baroque arcades, then get your guide's tips on tapas spots along Calle Cuchilleros, lined with traditional restaurants. Next, see Plaza de la Villa with Renaissance and Baroque buildings such as the Casa de la Villa and Casa de Cisneros, and return to the meeting point where the tour ends.

※ The itinerary is for reference and may change depending on local conditions.