The 7 Best Walking Tours in Madrid
Madrid is a very walkable city and one of the best ways to explore when you first arrive is by going on a walking tour. Whether you’re interested in immersing yourself in the city’s rich history or its street art scene, here are some of the very best walking tours in Madrid.
Graffiti Tour
Architectural Landmark
Hemingway Tour
Historical Landmark
Wellington Society founder Stephen Drake-Jones takes visitors around some of Madrid’s most fascinating historical sights on his bespoke tours. One of the most intriguing is the Hemingway tour, during which you’ll explore the hotels, bars and restaurants favoured by Don Ernesto, who spent a lot of time in Madrid over the years, from his first visit in the 1920s to covering the Spanish Civil War and attending bullfights at Las Ventas bullring.
Sandeman's Free Tour
Architectural Landmark
Prado Museum Guided Tour
Art Gallery, Museum
Tackling Madrid’s most famous museum can be daunting – what are the must-sees and where should you start? Take the worry away by doing a walking tour that delves into the legends of the Prado, including Velázquez, Goya and El Greco. A local guide will take a group around the highlights of the museum, explaining the historical and social significance of the paintings. While you can always simply pay for the entry fee and explore for yourself, there is something priceless about the fascinating context your guide’s facts and tales can bring. This tour starts in Plaza de Espana and also includes entry to the Royal Palace (where the tour ends), which pairs nicely with a deep-dive into the Prado.
Free Walking Tour
Historical Landmark
Devour Madrid
Natural Feature
OK, this tour might be more eating than walking but it gives you a great introduction to Madrid’s food scene and you will walk off some of the food between pit stops. Devour Madrid offers a range of tours, from the tapas, taverns and history tour to a tour of Madrid’s rastro flea market and tapas scene. The company’s team of international guides are knowledgeable and passionate about Spanish cuisine, and eager to share their love with new visitors to the city.
Madrid Day Tours
Architectural Landmark
If you’re looking to travel a little further afield and prefer to be driven rather than take public transport, Madrid Day Tours offer hotel pick ups and fascinating day trips to Toledo, Segovia and El Escorial. Tours start at just over €100 per person, with a maximum of six people on the trip. If you’re looking for further inspiration, check out our guide to the best day trips from Madrid.