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Travel like a local
Madrid is a welcoming city that feels more as if you’re traveling from village to village than across a busy metropolis. It’s a place where you drink the vermouth, typically served with a splash of sparkling water and an orange wedge, and get lost in conversation with locals. Enjoy the tapas, see the art, and take it all in: there are just 5 subway stops in the entire city. Go beyond traditional tours and activities for a local’s perspective of Madrid with Airbnb Experiences.
Top-rated activities
History & Food in old town Madrid Tour - Since 2018 -
Come with me on a private tour with a nice mix of history, architecture, fun anecdotes, a few jokes and really, really, tasty food (Not the mainstream, cliché, touristy food!).
We'll start at the Plaza Mayor and then make our way through the old village, stopping at a local market to enjoy some entrees and drinks. Then continue our historical journey through the most ancient and interesting parts of the old town, to finally end before the majestic Royal Palace.
After putting aside the history we’ll finish the tour at a really cosy, gourmet restaurant where you'll get to taste different, mouth-watering, chef made tapas, local drinks and a really special and traditional liquor quite involved with the history of the city. Of course, aside from the food goodies, we will get an opportunity to chill, know each other better and share some laughs.
Come and see Madrid through my eyes, I want to make you feel as if you're walking through the city with a bunch of friends but one of them happens to know a lot about it and is more than willing to share the knowledge with you!
If you're easygoing, like history and kind of a foodie, this is your place! But don’t let me convince you all by myself, go ahead and take a look at some of the reviews and check out what people have to say about this experience!
Prado Museum with an art expert
For 2.5 hours I will show you a special selection of masterpieces in the best gallery in the world, in detail I will explain the historical context of the painting, the meaning and the techniques used. We will see not only the most important masterpieces in the Prado, but also some of my favorite and less-known pieces. You will enjoy some of the great masters: Bosch, Patinir, Rubens, Tiziano, Tintoretto, Veronese, El Greco, Goya, Velázquez ...Just impressive! And some other special surprises for you. Tikets not included.
Contact me for a different time schedule request, private groups or if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends.
In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask.
Other things to note
For private groups just contact me!
Or contact me if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza.
If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time.
Visit 100% accessible.
It is not possible to take pictures
Visiting Prado Museum with an expert
Starting in the iconic and central Puerta del Sol, we will start exploring Barrio de las Letras, an important local neighbourhood of Madrid, nowadays, a chic bohemian area.
You will discover this charming neighbourhood's historical spots on your way towards the Prado Museum.
Once we arrive at the Museum, we will skip the queue, entering directly.
Before starting the tour inside the Museum, I will give you a short briefing of what we will discover together.
I will show you the masterpieces that everyone should see when visiting the Prado Museum, but my main focus is to connect the history & development of Spain with the art collection.
Discovering the historical periods of my country inside each painting, understanding the meaning and the importance of the topic in history: From the Flemish painters that inspired the Hamburg family to spread their empire to the life in Madrid during the XVIII century admiring Goya’s paintings.
The Museum collection includes Love, Mythology and mysterious legends that would be fun to share with you.
After the visit, you can stay in the Museum as long as you wish!
An important thing: Please bring an ID with you as we might be asked for one at the Museum.
Gourmet Tapas & Local neighbourhoods
We will meet in Plaza Isabel II, under the statue. This is a centrally located spot, where the Opera metro station stop is.
We will start with a Spanish breakfast to have a bit of energy buzz! What better way than a special treat of traditional chocolate & churros?
From there, no excuses to be tired now; we will explore the iconic Plaza Mayor and its area. Including a visit to the San Miguel market, one of the first gourmet markets of Spain.
I will show you one of my favourite hidden gems, a convent from the XVI century where you can still today buy homemade cookies from the nuns!
Then, we will head to the La Latina neighbourhood, an important area to understand better Madrid. We will stop at the local market, where after learning about the Spanish seasonal products, we will do a wine & cheese tasting! Did you know Spain is the second country for the production of wine in the World?
Now, it's time to explore El Rastro flea-market area and the Lavapiés neighbourhood. We will walk along with it, including seeing some hidden gems no many people know about before ending in the Market of Anton Martin with a glass of cava and a tapa!
We will then end in the heart of Barrio de las Letras.
Other things to note: I will cater for food allergies & diet requirements (Vegetarians & Gluten-free won't have any problems). It's difficult to cater for vegans and lactose-free.
⭐️The Original Madrid Tapas Crawl⭐️
I offer you a real local mostly INDOORS tapas crawling journey. Over 2.5 hours we’ll be visiting 4 spots. A market cuisine restaurant, a well-kwown ice-cold beer bar for locals, a new slow food tavern, and a one-century old bodega in a high quality and non-touristy tapas area, which madrileños love. You'll be able to see people from Madrid going out for real tapas. And you'll feel like one of us.
All the included spots are family-owned bussines, and I'm lucky to know the owners (Manuel, Jesús, José y Paco) since many years ago. I grew up in this fantastic district called Chamberí and I have been trying their many bars and dishes thoughout my life, so I know them... in detail!
This is also a great experience for teams, groups and team-building!!!!
There's a lot of food on our tour (10-12 tapas servings), we recommend you to make a light lunch!
Other things to note
Number 1 Airbnb experience in Madrid
ANY DOUBT, please, contact us!
Gratuities always graciously accepted :))
You can also try our BRUNCH TOUR
https://abnb.me/HRmQoeUx4hb
Most popular in Madrid
Traditional Flamenco Show in Historic Cave
Our team at Essential Flamenco will welcome you inside. You will be offered a drink at the tablao bar, and later you will visit an +100 year old original brick cave.
The first 20 minutes you will relax with your drink in the main room with the Flamenco music...
Next, ten minutes before the show, you will be given a introduction about the history of Flamenco, from its roots and origins to how it developed throughout the years.
Finally, to conclude the experience, you will enjoy the one-hour flamenco show that will take place inside the famous cave, without amplifiers or microphones. Our capacity for the event is limited, so you are going to enjoy a unique, warm and intimate evening .
Every week we are visited by different artists who delight us with their talent and art, and the performances vary daily, so each exhibit is unique! .
We have three schedules, the first at 6pm, the second at 7.30pm and the last at 9pm.
Essential Flamenco is ranked number two on TripAdvisor, obtaining certificates of excellence for seven years.
Under the artistic direction of "El Mistela", who won the National Flamenco Critic Award, and he does a performance every day at 7.30pm, you're guaranteed to enjoy the performances of artists of the highest quality.
We are waiting for you to enjoy an unforgettable evening!!
Free Tour Madrid Essential
The best way to get to know a city is with a FREE TOUR or just by walking and getting lost in the streets, but sometimes you can go through incredible places with beautiful anecdotes and history and not realize it, that's why we have created this route.
**IMPORTANT** 3 people max per booking
This is a FREE tour, which means it does NOT have a fixed price, so you can decide the value of the tour with a tip, but don't worry, if you can't give a tip for any reason, we really hope you have a great time with us and recommend us, also with a strong applause and a good review, it will be more than enough!
Let us take you and show you the city we know and the city that you will surely fall in love with.
We will visit some of the most emblematic places in the center, telling you the history, anecdotes, dark and fun stories and the best tips for the rest of your stay in Madrid.
Puerta del Sol (the main square) and its monuments.
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Calle Arenal
Madrid's oldest churreria
Teatro Real (Opera House)
Plaza Oriente
Palacio Real
Almudena Cathedral (the city's main cathedral)
Las Vistillas (panoramic view)
Barrio de los Austrias (the oldest neighborhood)
Plaza de la Paja
Older restaurant in the world
Plaza Mayor
and much more...
Secrets of Madrid
We will visit some well known sites and also hidden gems. Tours are only in language at a time.
As a driving force and mirror and of the history, culture and art of Spain but also of Europe, along the tour the past will come to life. From the Muslim influence to the austere North European of the Habsburg and the glamour of the Bourbons, the city is an enthralling mix of cultures.
You will discover how a fort of the IX century became the capital of an Empire. In Madrid great stories arise in every corner. This is the city that governed more than half of America and large areas of the world, produced some of the best artists and writers of all time but also struggled with crime, a Napoleon invasion and a Civil War.
Along the tour we will see a mosque from the X century that became a church, a church that looks like a mosque, a king who had 40 kids in a statue designed by Galileo Galilei, cloistered nuns who make pastries and how a single shield can reflect (almost) the whole history of Europe.
My goal is that at the end of the tour you will not only see some of the most beautiful and meaningful sites, but also understand their deep meaning and how modern Madrid is the result of a series of unexpected events, conquests, successes, catastrophes and contradictions that create a unique urbanism, heritage and culture with great impact in Western culture.
3 hrs highlights bike tour Madrid
Our tour is ideal for everyone who wants to get to know Madrid in a short time but in a relaxed way. In about 3 hours and 12 km biking, you will more or less see and hear everything of the old center while riding a very comfortable bicycle. The “must see” places as well as the hidden corners away from the typical touristic paths.
We will ride mainly on cycling paths, pedestrian zones and parks. Of course there will be various stops to take pictures and there will be a break to have a drink.
When we stop, we will tell you about the stories behind what you see and tell our personal experiences of our time in Madrid.
After the tour you have an idea which places you want to visit in your own time and in which restaurants and tapas bars you want to have your meal.
You are inspired for the rest of your time in Madrid.
We kan also offer you private tours (custom tour) in many languages; English, Dutch, French, German and Spanish.
Other things to note
Children from an age of 7 years are welcome. Also we have children seats for 0-20 kg. Ask for availability.
The total tour is about 3 hours. This tour requires experience with biking in the city.
We have availability of electric bikes (only for adults, minimum length 1,55 m), additional costs € 10.
Wine Tasting near Plaza Mayor
Step into the warm and inviting atmosphere of our elegant shop and discover the delicious world of Spanish wine with us. You'll have the opportunity to taste 3 different glasses of wine, each carefully selected to showcase the variety and style of wines available in Spain. Led by our knowledgeable and entertaining guide, you'll learn about the different regions, interesting facts and statistics, and how wine plays an important role in Spanish culture.
So, if you're exploring the heart of Madrid during the day and looking to indulge in a little wine education, make sure to stop by Madrid & Darracott for an unforgettable wine experience.
Please note: If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know in advance so we can accommodate your needs.
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A trip to medieval Spain in Toledo and Segovia
We really want to strive to make you feel and experience the magical Spanish traditions and stories, so we will always be a maximum group of 6.
We will not do the typical tour and we will be like a group of friends having fun.
We will start our experience traveling towards our first stop in the mythical city of Toledo, Carpetana Romana, which dates back to 193 BC. Our immersion in Toledan culture will start with a walk through the viewpoints with the best panoramas in the city, walk through its magical streets, wander through its impressive architecture and climb to the greatest strength of the city; there we will take a break to enjoy a snack.
We will continue our journey to the second destination that will be the city of Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; upon arrival we will take a break so that you can eat quietly and without rushing as we assure you that in our adventure the idea is that you can enjoy.
After the meal we will get to know the Roman aqueduct, we will go up to its highest point and we will explore one of the most important medieval fortresses in Spain, the majestic Alcázar.
Before starting our return we will walk along Calle Real , famous for its magnificent shops where we can buy a nice memory
History & Food in old town Madrid Tour - Since 2018 -
Come with me on a private tour with a nice mix of history, architecture, fun anecdotes, a few jokes and really, really, tasty food (Not the mainstream, cliché, touristy food!).
We'll start at the Plaza Mayor and then make our way through the old village, stopping at a local market to enjoy some entrees and drinks. Then continue our historical journey through the most ancient and interesting parts of the old town, to finally end before the majestic Royal Palace.
After putting aside the history we’ll finish the tour at a really cosy, gourmet restaurant where you'll get to taste different, mouth-watering, chef made tapas, local drinks and a really special and traditional liquor quite involved with the history of the city. Of course, aside from the food goodies, we will get an opportunity to chill, know each other better and share some laughs.
Come and see Madrid through my eyes, I want to make you feel as if you're walking through the city with a bunch of friends but one of them happens to know a lot about it and is more than willing to share the knowledge with you!
If you're easygoing, like history and kind of a foodie, this is your place! But don’t let me convince you all by myself, go ahead and take a look at some of the reviews and check out what people have to say about this experience!
Cocina tus propias tapas en Madrid con vino sin fin
¿Quieres una clase de cocina en Madrid?
¡Ven a la clase de cocina más dinámica y divertida en Madrid donde enfatizamos la importancia del aspecto social de cocinar, comer y beber!
Nuestro chef y profesor profesional te guiará a través de las recetas más icónicas de España que te dejarán con la boca abierta. Serás recibido con una copa de cava y dirigido a su propia estación de cocina donde trabajarán en parejas y tendrán todos los ingredientes y equipos necesarios para hacer 4 tapas españolas tradicionales.
¡La parte de cocina de esta experiencia les llevará en un viaje por España, haremos una tapa típica de cada rincón del país! ¡La clase ha sido creada para que puedas participar activamente en un taller muy práctico! Aproveche el conocimiento de nuestro chef y haga todas las preguntas que desee, ya que su chef también es su anfitrión y tiene el propósito de que usted y todos los demás invitados se sientan como en casa y, por supuesto, ¡mantener sus copas de vino llenas!
Una vez que haya creado sus recetas, usted y los demás invitados serán invitados a nuestro comedor privado donde todos los invitados se sentarán juntos en nuestra mesa y compartirán las tapas preparadas por ellos mismos, ¡pero también un plato principal y un postre elaborado por nuestros chefs! Convirtiendo esta experiencia en un menú de 6 platos que se acompañará con nuestro maridaje de 5 vinos sin fin!
Prado Museum with an art expert
For 2.5 hours I will show you a special selection of masterpieces in the best gallery in the world, in detail I will explain the historical context of the painting, the meaning and the techniques used. We will see not only the most important masterpieces in the Prado, but also some of my favorite and less-known pieces. You will enjoy some of the great masters: Bosch, Patinir, Rubens, Tiziano, Tintoretto, Veronese, El Greco, Goya, Velázquez ...Just impressive! And some other special surprises for you. Tikets not included.
Contact me for a different time schedule request, private groups or if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends.
In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask.
Other things to note
For private groups just contact me!
Or contact me if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza.
If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time.
Visit 100% accessible.
It is not possible to take pictures
Visiting Prado Museum with an expert
Starting in the iconic and central Puerta del Sol, we will start exploring Barrio de las Letras, an important local neighbourhood of Madrid, nowadays, a chic bohemian area.
You will discover this charming neighbourhood's historical spots on your way towards the Prado Museum.
Once we arrive at the Museum, we will skip the queue, entering directly.
Before starting the tour inside the Museum, I will give you a short briefing of what we will discover together.
I will show you the masterpieces that everyone should see when visiting the Prado Museum, but my main focus is to connect the history & development of Spain with the art collection.
Discovering the historical periods of my country inside each painting, understanding the meaning and the importance of the topic in history: From the Flemish painters that inspired the Hamburg family to spread their empire to the life in Madrid during the XVIII century admiring Goya’s paintings.
The Museum collection includes Love, Mythology and mysterious legends that would be fun to share with you.
After the visit, you can stay in the Museum as long as you wish!
An important thing: Please bring an ID with you as we might be asked for one at the Museum.
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⭐️The Original Madrid Tapas Crawl⭐️
I offer you a real local mostly INDOORS tapas crawling journey. Over 2.5 hours we’ll be visiting 4 spots. A market cuisine restaurant, a well-kwown ice-cold beer bar for locals, a new slow food tavern, and a one-century old bodega in a high quality and non-touristy tapas area, which madrileños love. You'll be able to see people from Madrid going out for real tapas. And you'll feel like one of us.
All the included spots are family-owned bussines, and I'm lucky to know the owners (Manuel, Jesús, José y Paco) since many years ago. I grew up in this fantastic district called Chamberí and I have been trying their many bars and dishes thoughout my life, so I know them... in detail!
This is also a great experience for teams, groups and team-building!!!!
There's a lot of food on our tour (10-12 tapas servings), we recommend you to make a light lunch!
Other things to note
Number 1 Airbnb experience in Madrid
ANY DOUBT, please, contact us!
Gratuities always graciously accepted :))
You can also try our BRUNCH TOUR
https://abnb.me/HRmQoeUx4hb
Gourmet Tapas & Local neighbourhoods
We will meet in Plaza Isabel II, under the statue. This is a centrally located spot, where the Opera metro station stop is.
We will start with a Spanish breakfast to have a bit of energy buzz! What better way than a special treat of traditional chocolate & churros?
From there, no excuses to be tired now; we will explore the iconic Plaza Mayor and its area. Including a visit to the San Miguel market, one of the first gourmet markets of Spain.
I will show you one of my favourite hidden gems, a convent from the XVI century where you can still today buy homemade cookies from the nuns!
Then, we will head to the La Latina neighbourhood, an important area to understand better Madrid. We will stop at the local market, where after learning about the Spanish seasonal products, we will do a wine & cheese tasting! Did you know Spain is the second country for the production of wine in the World?
Now, it's time to explore El Rastro flea-market area and the Lavapiés neighbourhood. We will walk along with it, including seeing some hidden gems no many people know about before ending in the Market of Anton Martin with a glass of cava and a tapa!
We will then end in the heart of Barrio de las Letras.
Other things to note: I will cater for food allergies & diet requirements (Vegetarians & Gluten-free won't have any problems). It's difficult to cater for vegans and lactose-free.
⭐Traditional Paella&Tortilla& Sangria⭐
We will do the experience in my studio, a very nice and cozy space located on Hortaleza street,, in the emblematic Chueca neighborhood in the center of Madrid near the San Anton market. Spanish tapas and together we will prepare an authentic sangria, of course there will also be wine, summer red wine, soft drinks, etc. Then we will start together to prepare the Spanish Tortillas, we will deepen in all the details that the Spanish Tortilla entails, dry tortilla? More juicy? with onion? or without onion? Step by step we will make our tortillas so that you discover all the secrets of the good Spanish Tortilla. Then we will eat them. While we enjoy our tortillas I will explain the origin of the paella and then we will begin to prepare it among all. I will be revealing in detail all the steps in detail so that you know the Great Secrets of La Paella because NOT ALL RICE IS "PAELLA" We will also make a historical tour of the Valencian Tradition since it is very important to really know what it is and where it comes from the paella? Finally we will enjoy our authentic Paella, we will have coffee and dessert and then who knows if it will be the best time to have a Siesta! hehehehe Are you ready for this complete trip for the most important Spanish food?
Other things to note
They have to come to Calle Hortaleza 90 and I will be waiting for them outside with much desire to meet them and have a wonderful experience TOGETHER !!!
Museo del Prado con Historiadora del Arte, grupo reducido
Prado Museum guided tour in English or Spanish, guided by an Art History graduate.
We will start our tour at the entrance of the building, with a brief explanation of history of the Museum and its collections. In the tour, I will focus on some of the main artworks and painters of the Prado (and my personal favourites): Van der Weyden, Bosch, Fra Angelico, Tiziano, El Greco, Rubens, Velázquez, Goya, etc. I will explain the backstories of the paintings, the artistic techniques employed, biographies of the artists, their historical context and their significance within the History of Art.
If you request a different time slot please send me a message.
Groups of 6 people max.
Group discounts
Tickets to the Museum not included.
Pubcrawl in the best places of Puerta del Sol
I want you to be part of my team of professionals with whom I will carry out empirical research at various nightlife venues located in the heart of Madrid, Puerta del Sol and the surrounding area... in order to demonstrate based on experience why and how the hospitality and nightlife sector are the pillars of Spanish Economics. We will start at Puerta del Sol and from there we will stop by the most emblematic and historic places in our beautiful city, where our parents used to go out to party, and probably our children will do too... we will get to know in total 2 cocktail bars and 1 disco, although along the route I will show you all kinds of relevant places and curiosities of the area that you can write down to visit later, I am sure you will do so with several of the places we will be passing through! Add to all this that doesn't matter if you're traveling alone, I understand that sometimes it's hard for us to get to know the city when we travel alone and more at night, but that won't be a problem! I have been doing what I do for 3 years and will surprise you when you see that even the police in the area greet me! If you come with friends or alone, you'll meet my fellow promoters from other bars and clubs, managers, bartenders... I have everything! The experience is scheduled to last from 9: 00 pm to 2:00 am, but you decide what time you want to stay. The limit? There's none!!
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Wineries & Quaint Villages Tour in Madrid Wine Region
Visit 2 wineries of the Wines of Madrid Denomination of Origin and learn about their wines from their oenologists and winemakers. Taste at least 6 wines including red, white, and rosé, and learn about winemaking techniques that fuse tradition and innovation. Just 40 minutes from the center of Madrid, we will visit the Castilian countryside dotted with olive groves and vineyards interspersed with cereal fields and medieval towns such as Chinchón or Colmenar de Oreja that treasure a great historical heritage. The DO Vinos de Madrid has been producing great wines with national and international projection for more than 30 years. Wines with a personality of grapes such as Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Syrah or Malvar, easy to drink, complex after refining in oak barrels and reflecting the character of the land. Let yourself be guided and surprised by the least visited but most authentic corners of Madrid, those places where mass tourism does not reach and that immerse the traveler in an authentic oenological, sensory and panoramic experience that will be the most remembered after your visit to Madrid.
Cook tapas at a secret private eatery
Do you want to learn how to make the best Spanish Tapas from a professional chef? We will cook together: ham croquettes, Russian salads, black rice, potato omelet and more... The menu can vary in function of the available seasonal products or the chef's inspiration. Wanna try?
In the end, we will taste our creations, talk about Madrid, places to visit and everything that comes up. Loleo is a perfect space to enjoy cooking, share experiences and even practice new languages. Previous cooking knowledge is not required, just bring your good energy and lots of appetite. We hope you join us!
During the whole experience, we will serve beverages: white wine, Spanish tints, beers, and sodas...
Other things to note
The address is easy to find, however the doorway leading to the premises above the municipal market is ancient and narrow. The Pacifico Metro Station on Line 1 is just two minutes away.
Disfruta de los Molinos del Quijote de la Mancha y Toledo
Te gusta la literatura, los sueños y descubrir cosas maravillosas, poder tener una experiencia tranquila, privada respetuosa y poder descubrir a tu manera sitios maravillosos.
Acompañame a descubrir, los Molinos Mágicos de Miguel de Cervantes, en nuestro recorrido visitaremos Consuegra y Campo de criptana, luego podrás descubrir la tierra de los templarios, donde degustaremos el mejor jamón de Bellota y los mejores quesos, acompañada de una copa de vino en la mejor tienda degustación en Toledo, dentro de una cueva de piedra de siglos pasados, además descubriremos la mejor vista aérea de la ciudad.
Al finalizar la maravillosa experiencia recibirás por correo algunas fotografías únicas de tu experiencia, que harán parte de tu vida y de los bellos recuerdos de esta experiencia.
Además de todo esto te recogeremos en alguno de los punto más accesibles para ti dentro de Madrid. Será un encuentro personalizado, sin prisas y sin conexiones con otros Touroperadores, siempre estaremos entre 2 a 7 personas como máximo en este recorrido, para que estés más tranquilo y puedas disfrutar de la mejor manera.
"The 23 Best Places to Go in Spain in 2023, / Condé Nast Traveller" Campo de Criptana.. 29 Nov 2022.
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Discovering Medieval Madrid
We will visit some places that even the locals don't know. The origins of the capital city go back to the Middle Ages, when it was a small military city. Several old places remains, like the medieval muslim wall in the gardens of Emir Mohamed I, narrow streets with curious names of Arab influence or Jewish origins, squares where kings and princesses watched medieval tournaments at Plaza del Alamillo.
We will see the Jewish quarter and the towers of old mosques, now transformed into churches, such as Pedro el Viejo or the Capilla del Obispo. We'll even see a secret garden that was the orchard of a convent. Or the Tower and Palace of Los Lujanes, a very important family in the old times of Madrid. Are places where its walls speaks about the Madrid of the three cultures and the three religions.
We will finish the route very close to the Plaza Mayor, where we can talk quietly and you can ask me any questions you have about the city or the information you need.
Contact me for a different time schedule request or private groups. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends.
In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask.
Other things to note
For private groups just contact me!
This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends.
If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time.
Visit 100% accessible.
Secrets of Madrid
We will visit some well known sites and also hidden gems. Tours are only in language at a time.
As a driving force and mirror and of the history, culture and art of Spain but also of Europe, along the tour the past will come to life. From the Muslim influence to the austere North European of the Habsburg and the glamour of the Bourbons, the city is an enthralling mix of cultures.
You will discover how a fort of the IX century became the capital of an Empire. In Madrid great stories arise in every corner. This is the city that governed more than half of America and large areas of the world, produced some of the best artists and writers of all time but also struggled with crime, a Napoleon invasion and a Civil War.
Along the tour we will see a mosque from the X century that became a church, a church that looks like a mosque, a king who had 40 kids in a statue designed by Galileo Galilei, cloistered nuns who make pastries and how a single shield can reflect (almost) the whole history of Europe.
My goal is that at the end of the tour you will not only see some of the most beautiful and meaningful sites, but also understand their deep meaning and how modern Madrid is the result of a series of unexpected events, conquests, successes, catastrophes and contradictions that create a unique urbanism, heritage and culture with great impact in Western culture.
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A trip to medieval Spain in Toledo and Segovia
We really want to strive to make you feel and experience the magical Spanish traditions and stories, so we will always be a maximum group of 6.
We will not do the typical tour and we will be like a group of friends having fun.
We will start our experience traveling towards our first stop in the mythical city of Toledo, Carpetana Romana, which dates back to 193 BC. Our immersion in Toledan culture will start with a walk through the viewpoints with the best panoramas in the city, walk through its magical streets, wander through its impressive architecture and climb to the greatest strength of the city; there we will take a break to enjoy a snack.
We will continue our journey to the second destination that will be the city of Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; upon arrival we will take a break so that you can eat quietly and without rushing as we assure you that in our adventure the idea is that you can enjoy.
After the meal we will get to know the Roman aqueduct, we will go up to its highest point and we will explore one of the most important medieval fortresses in Spain, the majestic Alcázar.
Before starting our return we will walk along Calle Real , famous for its magnificent shops where we can buy a nice memory
History & Food in old town Madrid Tour - Since 2018 -
Come with me on a private tour with a nice mix of history, architecture, fun anecdotes, a few jokes and really, really, tasty food (Not the mainstream, cliché, touristy food!).
We'll start at the Plaza Mayor and then make our way through the old village, stopping at a local market to enjoy some entrees and drinks. Then continue our historical journey through the most ancient and interesting parts of the old town, to finally end before the majestic Royal Palace.
After putting aside the history we’ll finish the tour at a really cosy, gourmet restaurant where you'll get to taste different, mouth-watering, chef made tapas, local drinks and a really special and traditional liquor quite involved with the history of the city. Of course, aside from the food goodies, we will get an opportunity to chill, know each other better and share some laughs.
Come and see Madrid through my eyes, I want to make you feel as if you're walking through the city with a bunch of friends but one of them happens to know a lot about it and is more than willing to share the knowledge with you!
If you're easygoing, like history and kind of a foodie, this is your place! But don’t let me convince you all by myself, go ahead and take a look at some of the reviews and check out what people have to say about this experience!
Cocina tus propias tapas en Madrid con vino sin fin
¿Quieres una clase de cocina en Madrid?
¡Ven a la clase de cocina más dinámica y divertida en Madrid donde enfatizamos la importancia del aspecto social de cocinar, comer y beber!
Nuestro chef y profesor profesional te guiará a través de las recetas más icónicas de España que te dejarán con la boca abierta. Serás recibido con una copa de cava y dirigido a su propia estación de cocina donde trabajarán en parejas y tendrán todos los ingredientes y equipos necesarios para hacer 4 tapas españolas tradicionales.
¡La parte de cocina de esta experiencia les llevará en un viaje por España, haremos una tapa típica de cada rincón del país! ¡La clase ha sido creada para que puedas participar activamente en un taller muy práctico! Aproveche el conocimiento de nuestro chef y haga todas las preguntas que desee, ya que su chef también es su anfitrión y tiene el propósito de que usted y todos los demás invitados se sientan como en casa y, por supuesto, ¡mantener sus copas de vino llenas!
Una vez que haya creado sus recetas, usted y los demás invitados serán invitados a nuestro comedor privado donde todos los invitados se sentarán juntos en nuestra mesa y compartirán las tapas preparadas por ellos mismos, ¡pero también un plato principal y un postre elaborado por nuestros chefs! Convirtiendo esta experiencia en un menú de 6 platos que se acompañará con nuestro maridaje de 5 vinos sin fin!
Prado Museum with an art expert
For 2.5 hours I will show you a special selection of masterpieces in the best gallery in the world, in detail I will explain the historical context of the painting, the meaning and the techniques used. We will see not only the most important masterpieces in the Prado, but also some of my favorite and less-known pieces. You will enjoy some of the great masters: Bosch, Patinir, Rubens, Tiziano, Tintoretto, Veronese, El Greco, Goya, Velázquez ...Just impressive! And some other special surprises for you. Tikets not included.
Contact me for a different time schedule request, private groups or if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends.
In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask.
Other things to note
For private groups just contact me!
Or contact me if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza.
If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time.
Visit 100% accessible.
It is not possible to take pictures
Visiting Prado Museum with an expert
Starting in the iconic and central Puerta del Sol, we will start exploring Barrio de las Letras, an important local neighbourhood of Madrid, nowadays, a chic bohemian area.
You will discover this charming neighbourhood's historical spots on your way towards the Prado Museum.
Once we arrive at the Museum, we will skip the queue, entering directly.
Before starting the tour inside the Museum, I will give you a short briefing of what we will discover together.
I will show you the masterpieces that everyone should see when visiting the Prado Museum, but my main focus is to connect the history & development of Spain with the art collection.
Discovering the historical periods of my country inside each painting, understanding the meaning and the importance of the topic in history: From the Flemish painters that inspired the Hamburg family to spread their empire to the life in Madrid during the XVIII century admiring Goya’s paintings.
The Museum collection includes Love, Mythology and mysterious legends that would be fun to share with you.
After the visit, you can stay in the Museum as long as you wish!
An important thing: Please bring an ID with you as we might be asked for one at the Museum.
Your guide to Madrid
What do locals do in Madrid?
The true joy here is in the day-to-day, where you can stop and chat with neighbors on your way back from the market, or linger over tapas or dinner. The art scene is big here, and comes in many shapes and forms, from a morning spent in Museo del Prado to a poetry reading at a cafe in the evening. Barrio de las Letras, or the Literary Quarter, near the historic center, is abuzz with activity most of the day, where you can enjoy terrace bars and walkable alleyways. It’s also where many locals go out at night.
Where do locals eat in Madrid?
Tapas isn’t just a tourist thing, many locals would agree it’s one of the best ways to spend time out with friends and family. However, it’s worth taking a cooking class to experience the real Spanish cuisine including paella and gazpacho. In a tapas-making class, you can learn more about the customs and traditions from professional chefs and business owners who sell the coveted jamón ibérico.
What are the most unique things to do in Madrid?
Take an art tour with a real artist
The streets themselves can feel like a museum with street art lining the sidewalks that are filled with grandiose statues; meanwhile countless art galleries and special exhibits can arrive at any moment, sparking creativity in the locals who want to be inspired. Luckily, there’s also a stable of some of Europe’s finest, and at times underrated, museums here including Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, Museo del Prado, and Reina Sofía.
Discover Madrid, medieval-style
See where kings and princesses watched medieval tournaments at Plaza del Alamillo, walk past medieval relics in Emir Mohamed Park, and more with an art historian as your local guide.
Go beyond tapas in the Usera district
This multicultural community is the place to go for delicious fare from around the globe, including Chinese and Bolivian fare, as well as Madrileño cuisine. Take a food walking tour with a passionate local who can introduce you to the best places to eat.