Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Madrid
At a glance
Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Madrid is a 4h private experience in Madrid, Spain, operated by Welcome Pickups (Madrid). Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $171.28 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Fuel and Tolls, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Well-maintained car.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Ride with a local English Speaking Driver and explore the most iconic monuments of Madrid! Your personal driver will not only share historical facts about the areas visited but also local insights that will help you get the feeling of the city’s lifestyle today.
Explore the neighborhoods and landmarks in Madrid like a local. Experience this spectacular city from the comfort of your very own private air-conditioned car.
As the tour is completely customizable, you can add and take points away from the following suggested itinerary.
Our drivers are not licensed guides but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information.
During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures, ask your driver about the place and get benefit from his local knowledge
Visit, Puerta del Sol, Palacio Real, Calle Gran Via, taste tapas, Wander inside the Retiro Park and many many more!
What's included
What's included
- Fuel and Tolls
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Well-maintained car
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- English-Speaking & knowledgable local/guide driver
- Free Wifi onboard
Not included
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Other beverages and meals
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 20m
The Royal Palace of Madrid is the city's largest building and the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family. This is an exterior visit of the palace.
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Stop 2 · 30m
The famous Madrid square has been throughout history the focal point of transportation and of intellectual and economic activity.
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Stop 3 · 30m
Gran Vía (literally "Great Way") is a street located in central Madrid, mostly dedicated to entertainment with many cinemas, bars and restaurants to enjoy the best tapas.
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Stop 4 · 10m
Madrid's Plaza Mayor is one of the most famous landmarks in Spain and has a rich history dating back several hundred years.
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Stop 5 · 1h
It is the National Art Museum of Spain and widely considered to have one of the world's finest collections of European art, dating from the 12th century.
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Stop 6 · 20m
Covering over 125 hectares and comprising more than 15,000 trees, El Retiro Park is a green oasis in the heart of the city.
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Stop 7 · 10m
The Puerta de Alcalá (Door of Alcalá) is a monument that, as its name suggests, was once one of the five doors used to enter the walled city of Madrid.
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Stop 8 · 30m
The Palace, designed by acclaimed architects Antonio Palacios and Joaquín Otamendi, was opened in 1919 and originally served as the Head Post Office.
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Stop 9 · 30m
One of the most historic football stadiums in the world built in 1947, with 81,000 capacity ground for Real Madrid CF
Meeting point
"Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.
Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations.
Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you."
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our operators are not official tour guides but English-speaking professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you into the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.
- For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Half-Day Sightseeing in Madrid take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $171.28 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Fuel and Tolls; All taxes, fees and handling charges; Well-maintained car; Hotel pickup and dropoff; English-Speaking & knowledgable local/guide driver; Free Wifi onboard.
Where does it start?
"Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Madrid.
