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Madrid's Royal Palace (also known as the Palacio Real or Palacio de Oriente) is a beautiful baroque structure with some 3,000 rooms, making it one of Europe's largest castles. Although the royal family no longer lives here, the Palacio Real still serves as the king and queen's official residence, a venue for state ceremonies, and a place for tourists to get a peek into the royal history of Spain.
Calle de Bailén, Madrid, 28071
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Highlights of Madrid by Bike
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Admire the spectacular sights of Spain’s vibrant capital on a bicycle tour of Madrid. With a knowledgeable guide, cycle at a leisurely pace to important monuments like Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace of Madrid. Stop intermittently to listen to illuminating commentary from your expert guide, and to capture photographs of Madrid’s historical and architectural highlights. All safety equipment is included on this tour.
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$30.28
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Emblematic Madrid Segway Tour: City Center and Retiro Park
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If you have limited time for Madrid sightseeing, don't miss this speedy Segway tour where you're whisked around the Spanish capital to see the top sights. As you follow your guide through the city, you can find your way to top Madrid landmarks. Highlights include architectural gems like the Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral, bustling public squares including Puerta del Sol, and a cruise through Madrid's expansive Retiro Park—all in just a few hours.
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$35.50
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Buggy: Madrid Through the Centuries (2h - up to 5 people)
Spend a couple of hours experience the history of Spain’s capital city on a buggy excursion. After a convenient pickup in central Madrid, explore top historic sites like Mercado De San Miguel, the Prado, Arco de Cuchilleros, Real Basilica de San Francisco el Grande, Puerta del Sol, and Congreso de los Diputados. Learn about the city’s history and culture with a knowledgeable guide in a fun, small-group setting.
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Skip-The-Line Early Entrance Tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid
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Discover the grandiose Royal Palace of Madrid with special early access and a guided tour. For a glimpse of the palace at its most spectacular, arrive before the doors open to the public, then learn the secrets of the enormous palace, whose 2,800 rooms overflow with masterpiece artwork, period décor, and architectural detail. This Royal Palace tour includes skip-the-line early admission tickets to the Royal Palace.
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3 hour Madrid Bike Tour
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With limited time to explore Madrid, it can be tough to see all the top sights. On this bicycle tour perfect for travelers hoping to see more in less time, you can visit several of Madrid's most notable sights, in only a few hours. Just grab your helmet, hop on your bike, and let your guide lead you through some of Madrid's most scenic neighborhoods, like Malasaña and Barrio de Las Letras, with several stops along the way.
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Madrid Segway City center tour 1 Hour
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Save your energy by sightseeing on an electric Segway during this short tour that includes a visit to the Egyptian Temple of Debod. Learn to ride and maneuver your Segway and roll into the city center to see the opulent Royal Palace, Plaza de Espana and more. Next, visit the ancient temple gifted to Spain from Egypt and erected at one of the highest vistas in Madrid.
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Madrid Royal Palace and Retiro Park Guided Tour with Optional Tapas Tasting
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Experience Madrid’s Royal Palace and Gardens and El Retiro Park with an affordable package that combines all-access admission with an informative tour by an expert guide. Explore the Palace’s various rooms—including Throne Room, the Hall of Mirrors, and the Banquet Hall—and see paintings by Spanish masters. Then, head to the sprawling central park of Madrid, El Retiro, for a leisurely tour of its expansive grounds.
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$50.87
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Royal Palace of Madrid 1.5-Hour Guided Tour Optional Prado Museum Combo
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With over 3,000 rooms and a veritable museum worth's of paintings by the likes of Caravaggio and Velazquez, the Royal Palace of Madrid greets its visitors with nothing short of splendor. See where the kings of Spain once lived on this guided tour of the Royal Palace, which provides insightful commentary into the history and significance of this must-see Madrid attraction.
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Buggy: The Tour (3h - up to 5 people)
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For first time Madrid travelers, the best way to get your bearings is to book a sightseeing tour. But don't settle for a one size fits all group tour experience, when you can enjoy this personalized, private tour that takes you to the top sights—from monuments and plazas to churches and parks. Best of all, since it's only your guests participating, you can break for photos whenever you'd like, and even ask your driver to adjust the itinerary.
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$241.00
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$241.00
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Essential Madrid Electric Bike Tour, 360 Premium Experience (Morning/Afternoon)
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Hop on an electric bike and explore Madrid without draining energy on this small-group two-wheel tour. Save time planning your own route or transport, and spin around the must-sees with ease—covering ground more quickly than on foot thanks to the electric pedal assist. Tour sites such as the Plaza Mayor and Retiro Park; and hear stories about them from your guide you might never learn otherwise.
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$49.17
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Madrid City Sightseeing and Skip the Line Royal Palace Guided Tour
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Immerse yourself in Madrid's history as you explore the city's most important sites and Royal Palace. Get the story behind the city's architectural history, following its evolution from "Moorish Madrid" into the Habsburg and Bourbon periods. Then skip the long lines and visit the Spanish Royal Palace, seeing the royal collections and admiring its Baroque details. This Madrid sightseeing tour includes all entrance fees
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Madrid at Night Bike Guided Tour
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See another side of Madrid on this enchanting, 2-hour night tour by bike. Pedal through historic streets and squares after the sun goes down and the city takes on an atmospheric glow. See illuminated landmarks like the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Retiro Park, and cruise down lesser-known side streets for a local perspective on Madrid after dark.
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Expert tour of Madrid by electric tuk-tuk
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Discover Madrid in the most comfortable and fun way with this 180-minute tour in Eco Tuk Tuk. Do not leave anything to see in the big city, meet Madrid in a single trip of a lifetime and also the most modern and commercial. Ask our guides to explain the city to you and to take the best photographs you will take on the trip.
Make your stay in Madrid an unforgettable experience and take a great memory of this wonderful city!
We comply with the measures to reduce contagion by the Spanish Ministry of Health's COVID19 for guides and means of transportation.
* Note: in winter tuk-tuk have protective layers against rain and wind. They also have blankets so that our clients do not get cold.
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$93.10
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Madrid 1.5 Hour Segway Night Tour (last tour of the day)
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View the Royal Palace, Opera Square, Templo de Debod, Almudena Cathedral and more on a 90-minute Segway tour of Madrid at night. Let a local guide point out major landmarks and explain their significance while you cruise effortlessly through the city. Your 2-wheeled self-balancing device is easy to maneuver and comes equipped with headlights. Helmet and practice included.
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Buggy: Must See Tour Madrid (1 hour - up to 5 people)
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Madrid travelers with limited time, that want a more personal sightseeing experience, shouldn't miss this buggy tour that passes several of Madrid's top attractions, in just about an hour. After easy hotel pickup, just sit back as your guide whisks you to several must-see sights. Highlights include bustling public spaces—like Plaza de la Villa and Plaza de Santa Ana—and religious sights, including the Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and Almudena Cathedral.
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$90.83
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Madrid, Andalusia and the Mediterranean Coast with Barcelona - 9 Day Tour
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Discover the best of Spain on this 9-day tour from Madrid. With an expert guide, visit must-see Spanish cities, with guided sightseeing and free time in each to explore independently. Experience the delights of Madrid, see Cordoba’s Great Mosque, explore charm-laden Seville, and visit Granada’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alhambra Palace and Generalife. Then, finish your Spain itinerary with time in Valencia and beautiful, buzzing Barcelona. 3- or 4-star hotel accommodation, daily breakfasts and air-conditioned coach transport are included, making this Spain vacation itinerary one of the most comprehensive available.
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Highlights and parks in Madrid by segway
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Cover lots of ground in Madrid in a short period of time during this half-day Segway tour. Hop aboard a 2-wheeled, self-balancing, electric scooter for a quick lesson, then take off through the city once you feel comfortable. Visit city highlights such as the Plaza de Armeria, the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, La Torre de los Lujanes, and others. Your guide will provide insightful commentary as you travel.
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$73.95
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Bike Tour chasing the best Sunset in Madrid
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Pedal around Madrid in the light of the setting sun on this evening cycling tour. With a guide in the lead and a small group of just 15 people or fewer, you'll enjoy a leisurely evening ride to get views of Madrid's top landmarks in the golden light. Learn about Madrid's history, culture, and people through guided commentary as you pedal.
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$30.82
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Madrid Historical Walking Tour with Food Tasting and Dinner
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Experience the unique flavor and culture of the Spanish capital on a history and tapas walking tour in Madrid, including dinner. Stroll through the atmospheric streets of the old city center while your guide illuminates the many-layered history of sights like Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. Along the way, stop at several authentic tapas bars, to feast like a local on an array of traditional appetizer-sized dishes paired with Spanish wine, sangria, and typical liquors.
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$90.71
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Old city and Madrid río by segway
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Save your feet and see more of Madrid as you experience the top city highlights aboard a sleek Segway scooter during this tour. Glide along on your electric-powered ride as you discover Madrid landmarks including the food-focused San Miguel Market, the Plaza Mayor, the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), Almudena Cathedral, the riverside Parque Madrid Rio and much more.
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$55.47
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Express tour in Madrid by electric tuk-tuk
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A 60-minute tour of Madrid so you can get to know the city comfortably and at a glance. Our guides will recommend the best areas to visit and take you on a tour that will give you an idea of what the city has to offer. Ideal for a first contact with the place and for a quick visit, if you are little in the city you can get to know it entirely with Eco Tuk Tuk.
Make your stay in Madrid an unforgettable experience and take a great memory of this wonderful city!
We comply with the measures to reduce contagion by the Spanish Ministry of Health's COVID19 for guides and means of transportation.
* Note: in winter tuk-tuk have protective layers against rain and wind. They also have blankets so that our clients do not get cold.
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$38.60
$12.87 savings
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$12.87 savings
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One Hour Madrid Local Spirit Segway Tour
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First-time Madrid visitors can see more of the Spanish capital in less time with this quick Segway excursion where you visit top landmarks around the city. After a quick Segway lesson, you can weave through the city streets and see attractions like the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, and the San Miguel Market. Along the way, cruise through bustling public squares, and see the literary-themed streets of Barrio de Las Letras.
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$24.98
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Welcome tour to Madrid by electric tuk-tuk
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Eco Tuk Tuk offers you a 120 minute trip through the city of Madrid. A contact with the capital of Spain in which our guides can point you to the most relevant areas of the city and discover its secrets. It is a perfect way to get a broad idea of everything you can enjoy in the city on your travel days. And also the best possible photo tour for the traveler.
Make your stay in Madrid an unforgettable experience and take a great memory of this wonderful city!
We comply with the measures to reduce contagion by the Spanish Ministry of Health's COVID19 for guides and means of transportation.
* Note: in winter tuk-tuk have protective layers against rain and wind. They also have blankets so that our clients do not get cold.
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$67.66
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Madrid Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with skip-the-line access
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The magnificent Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the official residences of the King of Spain and one of Madrid’s most popular attractions. On this skip-the-line tour, avoid the queues which can take over an hour at peak times, and gain extra insight into the Spanish royal family on a guided tour. Visit the Throne Room, Hall of Mirrors, and Banquet Hall; peek into the Royal Apartments; then stroll around the beautiful palace gardens.
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$44.81
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