A journey through time
All our free walking tour routes in Madrid.The Madrid of today.
And the Madrid of always.
The same city, more than a century apart. Scroll down and travel from today's Puerta del Sol to the one from 1905. This is how we tell Madrid: not as a guidebook, but as a living story.
Popular routes
Discover our most popular routes
From Madrid's most iconic landmarks (Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Retiro Park and Gran Vía) to the majestic Royal Palace, our routes take you to the best of the city. With passionate local guides and a genuine experience, our free tours are designed to surprise you at every step.
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01 / 05free walking tourMadrid Essentials
The heart of imperial Madrid: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel and the Royal Palace.
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02 / 05free walking tourMedieval Madrid
The walled origins of the city, its Muslim roots and sunset at the Templo de Debod. Runs in English only.
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03 / 05free walking tourHaunted Madrid
Inquisition, ghosts and crimes after dark. The dark side of the capital.
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04 / 05free walking tourPrado Museum
Velázquez, Goya and El Greco in one of the world's great museums. This tour is temporarily out of service, get in touch and we'll let you know as soon as it is back.
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05 / 05free walking tourMadrid Monumental
Gran Vía, Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá and Retiro Park.
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Departures and meeting points for our free walking tours
Every route starts in central Madrid. You’ll recognise your guide by the yellow umbrella. Booking is free; the contribution (between 15 and 20 € per person) is up to you at the end. Check the available times and spots for each date on the route’s own page.
Madrid Essentials Free Tour
English, Spanish, Italian, French
Meeting point
We meet at Puerta del Sol, next to the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree (El Oso y el Madroño), right in front of the Apple Store. Look for our bright yellow umbrella to spot us easily in the crowd.
Departures
Check the available times and spots, and book on the route page.
Madrid Monumental Free Tour
English, Spanish
Meeting point
We meet at Puerta del Sol, next to the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree (Oso y Madroño), right in front of the Apple Store. Look for our fully yellow umbrella to spot us easily in the crowd.
Departures
Check the available times and spots, and book on the route page.
Haunted Madrid Free Walking Tour
English, Spanish
Meeting point
Meet us at Plaza de Oriente, in front of the equestrian monument of King Felipe IV, in the centre of the square. Look for our completely yellow umbrella to spot us easily in the crowd. Direct access from Metro Ópera.
Departures
Check the available times and spots, and book on the route page.
Medieval Madrid Free Tour
English
Meeting point
We meet in Plaza Mayor, by the equestrian statue of King Felipe III, near the Tourist Information Office (opposite the Hotel Pestana Plaza Mayor). Your guide will be waiting with a bright yellow umbrella. Just a 5-minute walk from Metro Sol.
Departures
Check the available times and spots, and book on the route page.
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Why choose our free tours?
Looking for an exciting, budget-friendly way to get to know Madrid? We take you through the city's most iconic corners with local guides who turn it into an unforgettable experience. Discover the history, the culture and the secrets of the Spanish capital.
We specialise in tours that are dynamic, informative and genuinely fun. Our local guides don't just know the city's history: they share stories, recommendations and curiosities you won't find in a traditional guidebook.
Private tours
Prefer Madrid just for you?
We design private experiences tailored to you: closed groups, corporate trips, celebrations and the language of your choice. Your guide, your pace, your Madrid.
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Discover other cities in Spain
Beyond our free walking tours in Madrid, we invite you to discover nearby cities just as charming and steeped in history: Toledo, Ávila, Segovia and El Escorial. Each one holds its own treasures, from walls and palaces to cathedrals and monuments that will take your breath away.
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The perks of booking your free tour in Madrid
100% local guides
We're a local company: Madrileños who know the history, the culture and the secrets of the city. With their passion you'll discover the landmarks and the hidden corners like a true local.
Total flexibility
Book easily whenever you like, whether for today, tomorrow or the date you prefer. Options that fit your schedule so you can enjoy Madrid at your own pace.
Small groups
We keep every tour small (maximum 25 people per guide): closer interaction and a more authentic, comfortable experience.
Frequently asked questions about free tours
Booking a free tour is free: you pay nothing upfront. The cost is a voluntary contribution you give the guide at the end, based on how much you enjoyed it. In Madrid the usual range is between 15€ and 20€ per person, but the amount is entirely up to you. There is no fixed price and no mandatory minimum.
A free tour is a guided walking tour with no fixed price, based on a voluntary contribution. At the end of the route you decide how much to give your guide based on how much you enjoyed it; the usual contribution in Madrid is between 15€ and 20€ per person, but it's entirely up to you. It's an accessible, flexible and rewarding way to discover the city.
Accessible and flexible: you book for free and, at the end, you tip your guide based on how much you enjoyed it. Guaranteed authenticity: our local guides share their knowledge with real passion. Unique exploration: discover both the famous monuments and the hidden corners.
Free tours in Madrid have no fixed price. Booking is free and, at the end of the route, a voluntary contribution to the guide is appreciated based on how much you enjoyed it. The usual range in Madrid is between 15€ and 20€ per person, but the amount is up to you.
The average length is 2 to 3 hours. During that time we visit the most iconic spots, such as Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace, along with lesser-known corners full of history and charm.
We recommend booking to secure your spot, especially at weekends, on public holidays or in high season. That's how we keep groups small. Booking is quick and free through our website.
Over 10 years of experience and unique free tours in Madrid
More than a decade walking Madrid with travellers from all over the world. Our local guides will show you the hidden gems and the most iconic places in the city, with small groups, a genuine approach and the chance to dive into the real essence of Madrid's culture, history and life. Come and live an unforgettable adventure in Madrid!
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