Most often, Russians come to Spain to relax at sea resorts. But it is simply a sin to visit the country and not see its capital. Excursions in Madrid in Russian will allow you to get acquainted with all the sights of this beautiful city.
Madrid as it is
This excursion lasts about 3 hours. You will visit the most famous palaces and temples, but you will come to them along the quiet streets preferred by the locals. You will find out where the expression “secrets of the Madrid palace” came from, and you can tell your friends about the strawberry tree, which is considered the main symbol of Madrid. You will also discover a small and modest cafe serving the best hot chocolate in town. And you will find out in which places it is worth ordering aperitifs, without which the Spaniards cannot imagine themselves.
Of course, try both. After this tour, you will know what Madrid residents consider the Almudena Cathedral to be the most ugly structure in the capital, and you will understand why this opinion was formed. And, of course, the guide's story includes numerous legends. In short, you will get a much deeper understanding of Madrid than those tourists who are content with guidebooks and standard excursions.
From heaven to the land of Madrid
This tour starts with walking up to the observation deck of Moncloa Lighthouse TV Tower. While tourists will admire the stunning panorama of the city, the guide will tell the most facts and legends about the capital of Spain. The group will then travel by metro to the historic center of Madrid. Here you can take pictures of the most famous sights - the Prado and Reina Sofia museums, train stations, cathedrals, squares.
The guide will tell you a lot of details about the architecture of the city, traditions of local residents and rulers of the country. Old Madrid is beautiful, but modern is no worse. The group will walk along Gran Vía, a street that is a real tourist Mecca. You will see the 2 main squares of the city - Neptune and Sibelis, where festive events are regularly held. You will also walk along the secluded Madrid streets that have preserved their national flavor.
Prado Museum - the Kingdom of Spain "in the face"
It is difficult to explore the Prado Museum on your own - it is huge and you can miss a lot of interesting things. A tour guide who knows the countless rooms like the back of his hand will not let you get lost and introduce you to the most outstanding works of artists. Basically, the exhibitions were formed from paintings that were previously in the royal collections. Therefore, there are many portraits of royalty and their entourage. But, naturally, each artist had his own style of painting.
So, the famous Diego Velazquez emphasized the high position of his models, paid much attention to the image of luxurious fabrics and numerous jewelry. Francisco Goya, on the other hand, showed queens and kings as ordinary people, did not hide their age, from his portraits it is easy to guess about the nature of his models. The canvases of El Greco and other masters are also presented here. The cost of visiting the museum is not included in the price of the tour, but it is possible to agree to visit this museum during such hours when admission is free.
Madrid is a different story
Whatever is written in the textbooks, the history of the capital of Spain cannot be interpreted unequivocally. This is one of the oldest inhabited centers of Europe, and, naturally, during the wars and other historical upheavals, many sources and documents were lost. Therefore, the information regarding each attraction is contradictory. The guide will tell you about the most interesting versions.As a result, you will look at the historic center of the capital of Spain with different eyes.
You will see the buildings that were erected during the Habsburg and Bourbon dynasties, you will learn that the Place Mayor was not only intended for royal parades. Hear a detailed story about the origin of the symbol of Madrid, and get an answer to the question whether bears lived in the vicinity of the Spanish capital. In a word, the history of the ancient city will be revealed to you from an unexpected side. To make your trip around Madrid not too tiring, you will sit in a bar and taste a delicious liqueur.
Perfect day in Madrid
After you have seen the main sights of the capital, it is worth taking this excursion. Live "from and to" the day of a real Madrid. You will visit the central streets of the city, you will be able to watch the main events taking place this day in Madrid. Walk through the neighborhoods where the city's atmosphere is best felt.
Here you can look into bars, admire the bright graffiti made by professional artists. You will try the favorite drinks of the townspeople - tapas and kanyi. You will drop by the market, where you can buy both food and souvenirs, taste local wine. And even visit a small museum that tells about the history of Madrid.
Madrid with bean and squid flavor
It is certainly worth trying the food and drinks most beloved by the locals. Most often, tourists eat in some standard cafes with international cuisine. But the guide will show you places that will be appreciated by both gourmets and simply delicious food lovers. Let's make a reservation right away - meals are not included in the price of the excursion, they are paid additionally. Typically, the minimum price tag per person starts at € 30. First, you will go to a bar that serves delicious squid sandwiches. Then you will proceed to the market, where you can enjoy the products of local cuisine and taste young wines.
The guide will invite you to a restaurant serving the best vermouth in the capital, which Hemingway himself would not have refused, who preferred this drink to everything else. The gastronomic trip will be accompanied by a story about the specialties of Madrid cuisine. You will taste beef with meat and beans, stuffed olives, tender snails. You will visit those cafes that are preferred by the locals, and in each of them you will taste the best. Tourists have never heard of most of these cozy towns. In short, thanks to the excursion, you will discover a lot of new things.
Express Madrid
This is your option if you come to the capital for a short time, but, nevertheless, want to make acquaintance with it. Thanks to the information received from the guide, you will learn how to navigate the city, visit its most interesting places, learn a lot of historical facts, and get acquainted with the traditions of the local population. The tour will start in the center. Sitting in a cafe, you will discuss the upcoming route with your guide and find out what are the rules of conduct in the capital of Spain. Then you will explore the Malasanya and Las Letras neighborhoods, which are characterized by their characteristic picturesque colors.
You will visit the main square of the Spanish capital and take your time walking along the streets, the past of which is measured in centuries. The guide will tell you how the Spaniards themselves spend their time in Madrid - you will look at the green courtyards, balconies entwined with flowers, small shops - for locals, not for tourists. The excursion can end in the evening with dinner in a cafe, where you will taste national dishes, for example, a tortilla or a special soup with squid. Or you can walk all night to see the city illuminated by lights, to sit in its clubs.
Prado masterpieces - the life and fate of Spanish artists
This museum is a must-see for every guest of the city. Here are the paintings of the great Spanish artists - Velazquez, El Greco, Goya and many others. The creative path of each of them is inextricably linked with the history of their native country.The museum was opened according to the order of Napoleon's brother - Joseph. Since then it has been one of the treasures of the arts. She makes a huge impression on the audience.
Each collection has been selected with love. In addition to Spanish masters, there are, of course, exhibited works by painters from around the world. The guide will tell you about the fate of the artists, the history of the creation of paintings, and introduce you to their hidden symbols. Such an excursion will be especially useful for those who are engaged in art themselves. A ticket to the museum costs 15 euros, discounts for pensioners, children are free.
First acquaintance with Madrid
The journey will last 4 hours. You will get to know the different aspects of life in the Spanish capital. Accompanied by a guide, you will walk around the capital, visit both its historical center and modern districts, visit shops and bars, parks and temples, and even climb some rooftops. At the same time, the guide will take into account your specific wishes and change the route so that you can see what you have long dreamed of seeing.
You can look around the capital from the observation deck and take wonderful pictures, see both democratic youth and elite districts, if you wish, visit the most significant museums. And you will relax after a long excursion in one of the best bars in the city. Entrance fees to museums and observation decks are not included in the price of the tour.
See the city through the eyes of its inhabitants
On this tour, you will walk from the city gates to the beautiful Puerta del Sol. During the walk, you will hear from the guide a story about literally every house, learn about the “good” and “bad” places of Madrid, be surprised at the number of secrets and legends associated with the city. Also, the guide will tell you about what kind of life the Spaniards lead, what habits and even oddities they have.
You will learn how the monument to Lucifer was erected, laugh at how fans of football teams behave, get comprehensive information about what purchases are best, where it is better to do. Of course, you will see the most famous objects of the city, but in general, the capital will appear before you as the townspeople know and appreciate it.
Seven secrets of Madrid
Would you like to make your trip to Madrid something very special? Then feel free to choose this excursion. You need to live in the city for many years to understand: there is its front, front side, and there is a secret that few know about. And the secrets of this secret side are countless. Why not highlight 7 main ones? You will see a truly magical clock in which the figures move, taste the most delicious national dishes, solve the riddle of the royal statues ... And much, much more.
In short, the real "secrets of the Madrid court" are waiting for you. After that Madrid will no longer seem like an “official city” to you, but will turn into a place of wonders and discoveries. The tour price includes everything except the cost of food and drinks.
The main people - who made the city what it is
Who made Madrid what it is? After all, it was once a small provincial town. Glory was brought to him by kings and politicians, artists, poets, singers. The journey will start from Placeo Mayor, which appeared during the reign of the founder of Madrid, King Philip II. At that time, the Inquisition flourished here, there was a persecution of heretics. Years later, Philip the Fourth changed the very spirit of the city, making it the center where people of art gathered. Miguel de Cervantes and Lope de Vega made Spain famous throughout the world. The guide will tell you about palaces and monuments, squares and fountains, temples and parks.
You will plunge into the centuries-old history of Madrid and learn the names of those to whom it owes its prosperity. For example, Charles III came to power when the townspeople lived in modest clay houses, and by the end of his reign, the buildings were made of stone and marble. You will learn how the ruling dynasties succeeded each other. Moreover, the guide will build the story so that you will not drown in a waterfall of names, dates, facts. Before you will appear living people, with their own ambitious ambitions, dreams and plans, many of which have not come true. The capital of Spain is not only about buildings, it is, above all, people. Here we will talk about them.
On non-tourist trails
To see all the fun in Madrid, you have to walk a lot. Do not forget about comfortable shoes, take water with you, and in hot weather - hats and sunglasses. This tour is divided into 2 parts. Departing from Puerta del Sol, you will first see the main attractions of the city. These are the Royal Palace, Place Mayor, Plaza de España, Sabbatini Gardens and much more. Then stop for a bite to eat and then experience a completely different Madrid atmosphere. It is unlikely that most tourists suspect that there are such places here at all.
And some, on the contrary, heard about them, but they were convinced that these places have a bad reputation, and it is better not to go here at all. Shall we risk it? You will stand on the Suicide Bridge, walk along the Avenue of Roses, see the temple, the dome of which was painted by the famous Francisco Goya, look at the places of military glory during the Civil War, enter a wonderful picturesque, but now neglected park. After that Madrid will seem to you an unusually romantic and mysterious city.
Madrid for one
Don't like walking with a group of tourists? Do you want the guide to devote time exclusively to you and show you exactly what you want to see? It couldn't be easier. Having booked this excursion, you will meet with your guide at the cafe, where you will discuss the upcoming route over a cup of coffee or a glass of sherry. You can listen to the recommendations of a person who knows Madrid very well, but if you want to see certain sights, the guide will show you exactly them. The choice of routes is rich. You can walk through historical sites, where there are so many different palaces, museums, churches, monuments. Or you can prefer picturesque streets, see how the Spaniards live, go to their favorite cafes and bars.
Interested in shopping? So you go shopping. Everything you want is here. From huge modern shopping malls to small vintage shops. For those who are interested in culture, the guide will offer a trip to museums, tell many interesting facts about artists and poets. And finally, nightlife Madrid. Bars, clubs, national drinks, fiery dances. If desired, the excursion will last until the morning and will end in one of the most popular clubs.
Walk on Madrid rooftops
Perhaps the most original excursion. You will not find a second such proposal. To see Madrid from above, to be "side by side" with the hot southern sky ... The guide will offer you a route that will depend on the composition of the group. If you are physically fit, the rooftop journey can take several hours. And for the elderly who find it difficult to climb up, only the most interesting will be shown. Of course, you will learn the history of those ancient buildings that you will visit. And from above you will have unforgettable panoramas of the city, and you will be able to make wonderful photos.
And it's more convenient to talk about Madrid itself when it literally lies at your feet. Keep in mind that many rooftops in Madrid are by no means deserted. There are bars, conservatories, and in summer you can even visit the rooftop pool. And one of the places is the "highlight" of your guide. Nobody but him will bring the group here. And no one else will see the capital of Spain from this angle. The excursion can be carried out both in the daytime and in the evening. Illuminated by the lights, Madrid is an unforgettable sight! Please note that some roofs have a paid entrance.
Such is it - the capital of Spain, which will charm every guest.
