Описание
I will help you see Madrid as locals know it. You will get acquainted with the main architectural landmarks and the city's history, hear stories about great artists and the fires of the Inquisition, learn all the interesting facts about local traditions and cuisine. The charm of the multifaceted, magnificent Madrid will pleasantly surprise you and leave you with the desire to return here again!
What to Expect
Iconic Architectural Landmarks
You will walk through the Plaza de Espana and see the monument to the legendary heroes of Cervantes: the knight of the sorrowful countenance Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. You will see the Almudena Cathedral and the luxurious Royal Palace, walk along Calle Mayor – the road of religious ceremonies and solemn processions. We will visit the Retiro city park, created for walks of the royal family and observe the monumental Alcala Gate, which once served as the ceremonial entrance to the capital. Crossing the cozy streets of the old town, we reach the heart of the city – the Gate of the Sun, where the "zero kilometer" spot is and the city symbol - the bronze bear by the strawberry tree. This square has witnessed many historical events from the life of Madrid and all of Spain, which I will tell you about during our walk.
The Spirit of Spanish Culture
We will explore the city's cultural artery - the Paseo del Prado, where the famous fountain to the goddess Cybele is located. We will see Spain's main treasure – the Prado Museum, which houses a collection of Spanish painting masterpieces. And then we will find ourselves at the bullring, built in the neo-Moorish style and being the most significant and largest bullfighting arena in Spain!
Modern Life in Madrid
We will stroll along the beautiful Gran Via street, the city's main shopping district, home to one and a half thousand shops and boutiques. It is a street that never sleeps, the bustling artery of the city! You will also see the Santiago Bernabeu stadium – the home arena of Real Madrid football club, the business-focused Castellana Boulevard, and the towering business center overlooking the city.