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Tapas Night Walking TourOnline Reservations Sample Spanish nightlife and Madrid's tasty tapas on an evening walking tour that will tantalize your taste buds. Led by an entertaining foodie guide, this walking tour is the best introduction to the laid back Madrileno lifestyle. You'll visit Madrid's tucked-away corners and feast on tasty treats you would never discover on your own, leaving you with a lasting feeling for Madrid and its people, and an appetite for its fabulous food and drink. On the walking tour you'll visit four traditional bars/restaurants to try authentic Spanish delicacies. It might be chorizo in cider, octopus from Galicia, cider from Asturias, sherry from Andalucia or other regional specialties. The tour price includes your first drink and tapas at the first bar you'll visit. You can then choose how much or how little you'd like to eat and drink at the other bars/restaurants you'll visit on the evening walking tour. For a satisfying night out you should expect to spend about 30 to 35 euros per person. |
Along the way, your English-speaking guide will explain the traditions behind Madrid's food and wine, and advise on local specialties. Your local guide will also assist with language and translation, while providing interesting facts about Madrid's history, culture and customs.
As the average maximum group size is six people, you will enjoy a unique personalized experience on this special evening walking tour of Madrid's fabulous tapas bars and restaurants. It's the perfect way to discover local insights, while sampling traditional food and drink in great company. Ultimately, adding more color and flavor to your Spanish sojourn.
Flamenco
Show at Torres Bermejas
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Feel the heat of Spain's traditional dance at the legendary Torres Bermejas, where some of the greatest names in flamenco have performed.
You will be entertained by an internationally renowned flamenco group of more than 20 artists, making your visit a night to remember.
The famous Torres Bermejas club features a unique decor, reproducing the grandeur of the Alhambra in Granada.
While being entertained by a fabulous live flamenco show, you have the option of enjoying a drink, or why not go for the dinner option?
A typical meal might include a welcome glass of sherry, Andalucian gazpacho, Spanish omelet, paella, fish, flan, coffee and cava (Spanish champagne), wine or sangria and mineral water.
Flamenco
and Spanish Dance at Florida Park
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Ole, ole! Feel the fiery heat of the flamenco in historic Florida Park on a night out in Madrid to remember.
Before the professionals take to the stage you can get up and dance with the orchestra before the show begins. You also have the option of enjoying a traditional tapas meal, a three-course dinner or simply ordering a drink to enjoy while watching the show.
Flamenco combines song and an impassioned style of dance which originated in Spain's Andalusian region. You'll experience this classic form of Spanish culture at Florida Park, in Madrid's loveliest gardens, Parque del Buen Retiro.
Florida Park has seen many changes since its construction at the beginning of the 19th century. It was originally commissioned by Fernando VII for Isabel II's recreational use.
When the park was handed over to the people of Madrid, it was converted to a chapel. Towards the beginning of the 20th century it became a spa resort, and today the venue is a nightclub, specializing in Spanish ballet, dance and flamenco.
Hard
Rock Cafe, Madrid
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The electrifying capital of Spain, Madrid is one of the country's most vibrant and exciting cities.
Madrilenos make it a daily practice to take time to enjoy life, and now you can do the same when visiting the Hard Rock Cafe Madrid.
Located at Plaza de Colon along the historical Paseo de la Castellana, the Cafe awaits as your fiesta destination for enjoying this rollicking city.
The Cafe's outstanding memorabilia collection and the majesty of this fabled city with nearby views of the National Library, the Cultural Centre of Madrid, and the beautiful oceanic fountains of Colon, will completely invigorate you, so get ready for the all night extravaganza, Hard Rock style.
Madrid
Card Madrid is crammed with art galleries, museums, royal palaces, flamenco shows, and you'll see them all with the Madrid Card. Plus you will save money.
Choose between a 1-day, 2-day or 3-day pass, and gain prioritized access to Madrid's big four attractions: the Prado Museum, the Royal Palace, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum.
Savings with the Madrid Card Include:
Free admission to more than 40 of Madrid's museums
Take as many journeys as you wish on the hop-on/hop-off Turistic Bus
Take all the tours from Discover Madrid program
Take the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium guided walking tour
Madrid Amusement Park (72-hour card only), Zoo-Aquarium, Cable Card,
Faunia Theme Park and Imax Cinema
Discounts in shops, restaurants, flamenco shows and leisure centers
Madrid
City Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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Get a unique view of Madrid aboard this open-top double-decker bus. There are two tours covering all of the city's highlights, from historical sites and monuments to the modern Madrid of skyscrapers and cosmopolitan architecture.
The Madrid City Hop-on Hop-off Tour enables complete flexibility to hop on and off as many times as you like aboard this open-top double-decker bus. With the choice of either a one or two day pass, this is a fantastic way to see all of the major sights Madrid has to offer the visitor.
Features of the Madrid City Hop-on Hop-off Tour include:
Anatomical seats
Open-top buses for an incomparable view
Adapted for passengers with reduced mobility
Multi-language audio-guides: Spanish, English, French, German, Italian,
Japanese, Portuguese and Russian
Environmental commitment: Diesel Euro III engines (EURO 3 standard on
particle emissions) and 100% recyclable aluminum bodywork
Route 1 -
Historical Madrid (75 minutes)
Philip III and Philip IV enlarged and embellished the city but the
Bourbons brought new cultural and architectural tastes. It is to them
Madrid owes the spectacular Royal Palace, the Paseo del Prado and the
Puerta de Alcal�.
A drive down the Gran V�a, the capital's most important road during the first half of the last century, gives us an insight into its unique architectural diversity and outstanding examples of the Belle Epoque, such as the Casino de Madrid and the Palace Hotel.
Route 2 - Modern Madrid (75 minutes)
The 19th century saw Madrid expand. The Salamanca neighborhood was built,
a residential area and the site of the first bourgeois homes.
The Paseo de la Castellana was developed, where the city's palatial mansions give way to modern skyscrapers of great architectural value, and which are a testament to Madrid's position as one of Europe's most cosmopolitan, attractive and modern cities.
Madrid
City Sightseeing and Royal Palace Tour
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Marvel at the sites of Madrid on this tour of the city and the Royal Palace. Learn about its past and how it has shaped the city you see today.
Discover Madrid as the multi-faceted city that it is, from its Arab origins to the court days during the reign of Phillip II and of Charles III, and finally to present day Madrid. It was during the reign of Charles III in the 18th Century when most artistic and cultural ideas were introduced enabling Madrid to become an important cultural and scientific center.
Walk past such well known sights as Monumento de la Encarnacion; famous squares such as Plaza de Oriente, Mayor, Puerta de la Operal, Ramales, de la Villa, Sacramento, Puerta del Sol and Col�n square, where you can Stop, relax and enjoy a complimentary soft drink.
Continue to Madrid's Royal Palace. Built in the 18th century on the site of an ancient alcassar (Arab-fortress) following the classical Italian baroque style, it is one of the most beautiful and best preserved palaces in Europe.
On the outside, its surroundings enhance the grandeur of the building, while in the inside rich tapestries, exquisite china pieces, clocks, etc. can be admired in every chamber.
Madrid
City Tour and Santiago Bernabeu Stadium
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Match an introductory sightseeing tour of Madrid with a visit to Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, home ground of the legendary Real Madrid football team. Sightseeing and football. it's the perfect mix.
On the panoramic city tour you will discover that Madrid is a multifaceted city, from its Arab origins, the court days during the reigns of Phillip II and Charles III, through to the nightlife hubs of present-day Madrid. It was during the reign of Charles III in the 18th century that Madrid became an important cultural and scientific center.
You'll drive along Madrid's famous avenues, including the Gran Via and Castellana, to famous squares such as Plazas de Espana, Puerta del Sol and Puerta de Alcala. You'll also visit the city's historic quarters and famous parks, including Casa de Campo and Retiro. The tour also takes you past the university and the bull ring.
Next stop is Bernabeu Stadium, home ground of Real Madrid. Here, you will have the opportunity to take a unique tour of the stadium, with access to places you've only dreamed of visiting. You'll see the tunnel to the locker rooms, the bench, the pitch and even the presidential box.
Round off your tour with a visit to the museum celebrating the legendary Real Madrid team. The tour concludes at Bernabeu Stadium.
Madrid
Cultura Card
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Discover the rich history and culture of Madrid with your Madrid Cultura Card. Gain entry to over 50 museums, partake in a "Discover Madrid" walking tour, enjoy a theater show or visit the Bernabeu Stadium Tour.
With the choice of a 24 hour, 48 hour or 72 hour card, you can also enjoy discounts on shopping, restaurants and nightlife such as a flamenco show.
You will also receive a tourist guide with information about museums and services included available in 5 languages.
A map of the city showing the locations of participating establishments will also be included when you collect your card.
Includes priority access into Prado Museum, Madrid Royal Palace, Thyssen-Bornemisza museum and Reina Sofia museum.
Madrid
Cycling Tour
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Mount your bicycle for a fun and interesting way to see the sights of Madrid.
You have two options to choose from on this tour.
You can choose the Urban Route and see the sights and sounds of the city or you can kick back and enjoy the country side on the Country route.
Urban Route - You will see the following sights:
Mayor
Street
Habsburg's Madrid
Almudena Cathedral
Royal Palace
Templo de Debod
Plaza de Espana
Plaza mayor
Las Letras Quarter
Retiro Park
Puerta de Alcala
Country Route - You will see the following sights:
Mayor Street
Habsburg's Madrid
Almudena Cathedral
Royal Palace
Templo de Debod
Plaza de Espana
Casa Campo
Madrid
Segway Tour
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Zip through the streets of Madrid on a revolutionary Segway! Not only is it easy but, loads of fun as well. You will see the Royal Palace, the Almudena, Templo de Debod and the Mayor and de Espana Plaza's on this unique tour.
Start your tour with a safety briefing and some basic training before setting off on a route through central Madrid.
Pass by Almudena Cathedral, recently completed in 1992 after more than 110 years of construction. Although the church is relatively new, this spot has been a place of worship since the city's earliest settlement.
The Palacio Real or Royal Palace, was the brainchild of Felipe V, the first of the Bourbon Kings. His plan was to build an architectural masterpiece to rival its European counterparts.
What you now see is an Italianate baroque colossus boasting around 2800 rooms. It is still used for official receptions, however the current King does not reside in the Palace. You will also see the beautiful Sabatini gardens in honor of Francesco Sabatini, an Italian architect who worked a great deal on the Royal Palace.
See the amazing Templo de Debod, a 4th Century-BC Egyptian temple which was saved from the rising waters of Lake Nasser and sent block by block to Spain in 1970.
Cruise through the famous Plaza de Espana where you will see a statue of Spanish writer, Cervantes. At the writer's feet is a bronze of his most well known characters, Don Quijote and Sancho Panza.
Return to the heart of Madrid, Plaza Mayor built in typical Herrerian style. Formerly a center for Royal festivities and Bull fighting, the square was burnt to the ground in 1790 but, was subsequently resurrected. Today the square is lined with shops and alfresco cafes, which makes it the perfect place to end your tour.
Madrid
Tourist Travel Pass
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Travel throughout the region of Madrid with ease with your Madrid Tourist Travel Pass.
With this pass you are entitled to use all public transport services with unlimited use within the period of validity.
You can choose from 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7 days for either Zone A, taking to the main museums and sights in central Madrid or Zone T, covering central Madrid as well as Toledo and Guadalajara.
Zone A
Underground - All metro lines within the zone
Urban Buses - All EMT routes
Suburban Trains - All RENFE suburban trains within the zone
Light Rail - ML1
Zone T
Underground - All metro lines within the zone
Urban Buses - All EMT routes
Interurban Buses - All lines of Regular Passenger Public Transport by
road, within this zone
Suburban Trains - All RENFE suburban trains within the zone
Light Rail - ML1
You will also receive instructions on how to use your pass and a map of Madrid showing bus routes, the underground and train network as well as places of interest.
Private
Madrid Photography Walking Tour: Spanish Heritage
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Discover the best views and angles of Madrid through the eyes of an expert photographer. You'll visit Circulo de Bellas Artes cafe, Gran Via, Plaza Espana (Don Quijote statue),Plaza de Oriente, Royal Palace, La Almudena, Puente de Segovia, Madrid de los Austrias, Plaza de la Villa (Madrid town hall), Plaza Mayor and Plaza Santa Ana.
Begin your personalized Private Madrid Photography Walking Tour at Circulo de Bellas Artes located at the entrance of Gran Via, one of the most important cultural spot in Madrid and one of director Pedro Almodovar?s favourite spots.
Along the Gran Via, the real heart of Madrid with its beautiful 1930's buildings and its great vitality. At the end you will find Plaza de Espana, and the statue of Spanish novelist Cervantes's heroes - Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. Plaza de Oriente sits on the western side of Madrid it is on the east side of the Palacio Real.
The next stop at Vistillas garden provides a good view back towards the Catedral de Nuestra Senora de la Almudena. To reach the Plaza de la Villa (the Mayor's office building) you will walk through old Madrid where the narrow streets and beautiful lighting provide many photo opportunities. Pass churches, buildings, squares and the bars and clubs that transform the area at night for the classic "Movida Madrilena."
Reach Plaza Mayor probably the most known square in Madrid, it was used for such events as bullfights, jousting, and public executions. The Plaza could can hold up to 100,000 people. The arches on the four sides of the square makes this a great spot to take beautiful pictures.
Continue to Plaza Santa Ana, the
gate to la Movida Madrilena, a newly renovated pedestrian square full of
bars, theatres, musicians, street artists and a great spot to relax after
the long walk.