The 15 Best Walking Tours in Madrid

1.Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Walking Tour – Small Group Local Bars

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,644 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $93Our pick

Small-group Madrid tapas and wine tasting in the Literary Quarter, four bar stops, 12+ tapas, and wine or beer paired for 3 hours.

“We got to experience the best non-touristy places! Noemi was kind and knowledgeable with true. Lifelong connectivity to the places and people we visited. She created a memorable and delightful experience, truly making us feel welcome. We enjoyed the places visited so much that we went back to them later in our trip. Highly recommend and join hungry!!”

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2.Toledo Tour & Vineyard Walk with Wine Tasting from Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,546 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $133

Guided day trip from Madrid to Toledo and a historic Bargas vineyard, with 3 wine tastings, snacks, and optional cathedral.

“Do the upgrade n go see the cathedral! Our tour guide, Christina was excellent, knowledgeable and so fun!! We love her!!”

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3.Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,285 reviews · 2 hours 25 minutes (approx.) · from $3.62Best value

Walk Madrid’s core from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park, hitting iconic landmarks, plus terrace views, with a friendly English guide.

“We booked this supposed free tour, when got there they asked for a euro for each of us, they put us in the wrong group, so we didn't even get the right tour, they put us in the Bourbon walking tour, which we had pretty much seen everything in that your in a previous tour. When I asked the guide if we were going to Retiro Park, he said no. That was a different tour. Our guide was very nice, but also make note that they ask you to pay for the tour between 15 to 20 per person and say they take card or cash. So not exactly free...”

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4.Madrid Old Town & Royal Palace Walking Tour Skip the Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,829 reviews · 2 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Madrid Old Town walking tour with skip-the-line Royal Palace tickets, early entrance, and an English guided visit with radio headphones.

“Very well organized tour. Skip the line is huge deal if you know how long the line is when we visited. The rooms of the palace are very beautiful but without the description from the guide, we will miss a lot of information. I just wish the tour in the old town can be a little more. It’s a very vivid neighborhood we passed through quickly.”

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5.Welcome to Madrid Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,738 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $31

Walk Old Madrid with a history graduate guide, from Fountain of Orpheus to views near the Royal Palace, plus food and culture tips.

“Lexi has an incredible enthusiasm for opening eyes and inspiring enthusiasm about the world (in this case, Madrid) and its people, history and architecture. Also its best bars and eating spots!”

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6.Spanish Inquisition and Legends Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,396 reviews · 1h 50m · from $23

Lantern-lit Madrid night walk with Spanish Inquisition legends and ghost stories, starting at Plaza de la Provincia, 110 minutes for $23.

“Great experience walking around heritage areas of Madrid. Violetta was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide who kept our group captivated for 2 hours. Strongly recommend.”

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7.Majestic Madrid Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,274 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $31

A 2-hour Madrid walking tour for $31.44, led by an English-speaking guide, from Plaza Mayor to Puerta del Sol, Gran Via, and Plaza de España.

“Sabastian was grate. Very professional .he explains In every places all The history. He also gives Us some tips”

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8.6-Hour Day Trip to Toledo with Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,029 reviews · 6 hours · from $34

Toledo half-day from Madrid by coach with a guided walk, valley viewpoint photos, and a traditional damasquinado workshop.

“Everything was well organised, Toledo is amazing little city, the only thing is half day not enough, go for full day”

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9.Madrid Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 721 reviews · 2 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $3.62

Walk Madrid from Puerta del Sol to Teatro Real with an English-speaking guide, free sights, smart stop-by-stop stories, and great value.

“Glenn is a very entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide. We had a great tour in a small group and had a wonderful time.”

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10.Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 553 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $56

Madrid Old City guided walk with a small-group feel, major historic stops from the Royal Palace to Puerta del Sol, and local guidance.

“Took the Madrid Old City Tour with Babylon Tours. We met the guide, Jaime, at the designated meeting point. There were 12 in the group. Jaime was energetic, enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Madrid. It was a fast paced tour with no seated breaks or toilet breaks. We saw many sites listed, but definitely 14. Maybe ...... 7-8. I asked Jaime at the end of the tour if we saw all the sites listed. He replied "I don't know." Really ? Other issues on this tour: . I told Jaime I was disappointed that we were not provided headsets to hear him during the tour. He replied Babylon Tours only provides…”

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11.The Best Pubcrawl Walking Guided Tour Experience in Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $24

A late-night guided pubcrawl in Madrid with free entry at five venues, a shot at each stop, and fast access near Puerta del Sol.

“As someone from another country I felt safe and I vibed with the people there. I would recommend this trip.”

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12.The Spanish Inquisition Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 399 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $31

A 2-hour English walking tour in Madrid about the Spanish Inquisition, from Plaza Mayor rituals to the Carcel de la Inquisicion.

“I got to Plaza Mayor 10 minutes before the tour. I never found anyone with a red umbrella. I called 3 times and all went straight to voicemail. I tried the chat function and never got in touch with anyone and still haven’t gotten a reply. I searched the plaza for 40 minutes before giving up.”

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13.City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 347 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $30

2.5-hour guided walk in Madrid’s historic center with Debod Temple, the Royal Palace, and classic squares for photo-worthy context.

“Excellent - Ignacio was brilliant and we really enjoyed the walking tour”

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14.Walking Tour Madrid +Pintxo +Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 326 reviews · 2h 30m · from $24

A small-group walk through central Madrid with a local market stop, one drink, and a pintxo, finishing near Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace.

“very nice & friendly, and rich of information about Madrid and Spain. liked it too much”

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15.Evening Walking Tour: Spanish Inquisition & Legends of Old Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Madrid at night meets the Spanish Inquisition on a 2-hour, English walking tour with a period-costumed storyteller and spooky legends.

“We loved the tour and our guide was great and gave a good blend of history and entertainment. Thank you!”

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