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By Tour Alcalá Patrimonio De La Humanidad
Free cancellation available
Price is S$15 per adult
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Overview

  • Looking to discover the authentic essence of Madrid? Join us on this exclusive 2-hour walking tour of the Landscape of Light, a unique setting declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    What will we discover on this ride?

    ️ Plaza de Cibeles : We will begin by revealing the architectural and mythological secrets of the most iconic goddess and source of the capital.

    Puerta de Alcalá : We will climb to this majestic monument to learn about its past as a royal customs office and capture the perfect photo.

    El Retiro Park : We will enter this green oasis for an hour to stroll by the Big Pond and be captivated by the light of the Crystal Palace.

    ️ Prado Museum: We will finish the tour in front of the most important Pinacoteca in the world. The ideal location if you later want to visit on your own!

    A pleasant itinerary, full of history, curiosities and photogenic corners. Book your place and live the most monumental Madrid!

Activity location

  • Plaza de Cibeles
    • Calle Alcala, and Paseo de Recoletos
    • 28014, Madrid, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Pl. Cibeles, 1
    • 1 Plaza Cibeles
    • 28014, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

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Tour Landscape of Light Cibeles Retreat and Alcala Gate

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
S$14.76 x 1 AdultS$14.76
Total
Price is S$14.76
Until Sun, 13 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Accredited local guide

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Plaza de Cibeles

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
We will start our tour in one of the most famous squares in Madrid.Your guide will explain the fascinating mythology and history behind the Fountain of Cibeles, iconic celebration point of the city. From this place, travellers will see the impressive architecture of the surrounding buildings, such as the imposing Palacio de Cibeles (now City Hall), the Palacio de Linares and the Banco de España, having time to take spectacular photographs.

Puerta de Alcala

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
At this stop we will take in one of the most iconic and photographed monuments of Madrid. The guide will reveal the history of this ancient royal gate built by Sabatini under Charles III, explaining the artistic details of its facades and the symbolism of its sculptures. Travellers will have time to admire its majesty from Independence Square and capture the best photos before entering the park.

Parque del Retiro

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
We will enter the great green lung of Madrid to enjoy a pleasant walk of one hour. Travellers will discover the best kept secrets of this ancient royal garden, walking by the Pond Grande with its imposing monument to Alfonso XII. We will also visit the beautiful Crystal Palace, a jewel of iron architecture, as the guide tells stories and legends that make this park a magical and unique place.

Prado National Museum

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
We will finish your tour at the gates of the most important Pinacoteca in the world. In front of the façade of the museum, the guide will explain the history of the majestic building of Juan de Villanueva and the enormous relevance of the masterpieces inside (such as Velázquez or Goya). Here we will finish the tour, leaving them in the perfect location for those who wish to purchase their ticket and visit it on their own.

Location

Activity location

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    Plaza de Cibeles
    • Calle Alcala, and Paseo de Recoletos
    • 28014, Madrid, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Pl. Cibeles, 1
    • 1 Plaza Cibeles
    • 28014, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

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