Tip-based walking tour of Madrid's essentials in English
Madrid · 120 min · 2 €+ · Madrid a Pie
The English-language take on the essential route: from Plaza Mayor to the Royal Palace and Puerta del Sol in two hours. It's tip-based: at the end you pay what you think is fair. Duration: 2 hours Departures: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 (no Tuesday tour) Language: English Meeting point: Plaza Mayor, in front of the tourist office in the Casa de la Panadería Plaza Mayor, Arco de Cuchilleros and Mercado de San Miguel Calle del Codo, the Carboneras convent and Plaza de la Villa Almudena Cathedral, the Royal Palace and Plaza de Oriente Calle Arenal, San Ginés and finish at Puerta del Sol
- English-speaking guide
- Madrid's essentials in 2 hours
- Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral
- Pay what you like at the end
Plaza Mayor, in front of the tourist information office in the Casa de la Panadería. Look for the guides with white umbrellas. Nearest metro: Sol (lines 1, 2 and 3). Please arrive 10 minutes early.
- Booking per person — 2 €
The tour itself is tip-based: at the end you give the guide whatever you think it was worth, no minimum. The booking fee is the only compulsory payment.
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Frequently asked questions
How does this free tour work?
You book your place for €2 per person, paid by card through Stripe, and the tour itself is tip-based: at the end you give the guide whatever you think it was worth, in person and with no minimum.
How much do people usually tip?
Whatever you felt the tour was worth: there's no set price and no minimum. As a rough guide, many people give between €10 and €20 per person, but it's entirely up to you.
Can I tip by card?
It depends on the guide, so it's safest to bring some cash. If they accept other payment methods, they'll tell you at the end.
How will I recognise the guide?
They'll be waiting at the starting point at the start time. Plaza Mayor, in front of the tourist information office in the Casa de la Panadería. Look for the guides with white umbrellas. Nearest metro: Sol (lines 1, 2 and 3). Please arrive 10 minutes early.
What if it rains?
The tour usually goes ahead anyway, so bring an umbrella or a raincoat. If the guide calls it off, we'll let you know and refund your booking in full (€2 per person).
How do I receive my booking?
Right after paying you get a boarding pass with a QR code by email. Show it at the meeting point and you're in.
When is my booking confirmed?
Instant confirmation on payment.
Can I cancel if something comes up?
Yes: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time — email info@activitatum.com with your booking code. If the activity is called off, bad weather included, you change the date at no cost or get the amount back.
Can I book several activities at once?
Yes. Every activity in the catalogue is booked and paid for in the same place, whichever centre runs it, and each one arrives with its own QR pass.