Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comMadrid City Sightseeing, the Royal Palace and Hapsburgs Walking Tour
based on Marvel at the sites of Madrid on this walking tour of the city, Royal Palace and the Hapsburgs. Learn about its past and how it has shaped the city you see today.
Discover Madrid as the multi-faceted city that it is, from its Arab origins to the court days during the reign of Phillip II and of Charles III, and finally to present day Madrid. It was during the reign of Charles III in the 18th Century when most artistic and cultural ideas were introduced enabling Madrid to become an important cultural and scientific center.
Hapsburgs is the name given to Madrid when the Habsburg dynasty reigned in Spain. This reign began with Charles I, who enriched the city with palaces and monuments. Later, Philip II made it the capital of Spain and the city grew dramatically. The journey through the Renaissance and Baroque buildings of this era is perhaps one of the most picturesque and representative of Madrid.
Walk past such well known sights as Monumento de la Encarnacion; famous squares such as Plaza de Oriente, Mayor, Puerta de la Operal, Ramales, de la Villa, Sacramento and Puerta del Sol.
Continue to Madrid's Royal Palace. Built in the 18th century on the site of an ancient alcassar (Arab-fortress) following the classical Italian baroque style, it is one of the most beautiful and best preserved palaces in Europe. On the outside, its surroundings enhance the grandeur of the building, while in the inside rich tapestries, exquisite china pieces, clocks, etc. can be admired in every chamber.
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Plaza Mayor, Madrid
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- Entrance to the Royal Palace
- English and Spanish speaking guide
- Optional gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
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It was Sunday morning, no big traffic. Our guide was quite a nice lady. We could have spent more time ... Read more ›
Michael A, United States, October 2007
The Royal Palace was worth seeing. It had a lot of history and beautiful interiors. The tourist trap ... Read more ›
Jeffrey R, United States, December 2007
