Unique things to do in Madrid

For 2.5 hours I will show you a special selection of masterpieces in the best gallery in the world, in detail I will explain the historical context of the painting, the meaning and the techniques used. We will see not only the most important masterpieces in the Prado, but also some of my favorite and less-known pieces. You will enjoy some of the great masters: Bosch, Patinir, Rubens, Tiziano, Tintoretto, Veronese, El Greco, Goya, Velázquez ...Just impressive! And some other special surprises for you. Tikets not included. Contact me for a different time schedule request, private groups or if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends. In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask. Other things to note For private groups just contact me! Or contact me if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time. Visit 100% accessible. It is not possible to take pictures

We will visit some places that even the locals don't know. The origins of the capital city go back to the Middle Ages, when it was a small military city. Several old places remains, like the medieval muslim wall in the gardens of Emir Mohamed I, narrow streets with curious names of Arab influence or Jewish origins, squares where kings and princesses watched medieval tournaments at Plaza del Alamillo. We will see the Jewish quarter and the towers of old mosques, now transformed into churches, such as Pedro el Viejo or the Capilla del Obispo. We'll even see a secret garden that was the orchard of a convent. Or the Tower and Palace of Los Lujanes, a very important family in the old times of Madrid. Are places where its walls speaks about the Madrid of the three cultures and the three religions. We will finish the route very close to the Plaza Mayor, where we can talk quietly and you can ask me any questions you have about the city or the information you need. Contact me for a different time schedule request or private groups. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends. In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask. Other things to note For private groups just contact me! This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends. If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time. Visit 100% accessible.

Come with me on a private tour with a nice mix of history, architecture, fun anecdotes, a few jokes and really, really, tasty food (Not the mainstream, cliché, touristy food!). We'll start at the Plaza Mayor and then make our way through the old village, stopping at a local market to enjoy some entrees and drinks. Then continue our historical journey through the most ancient and interesting parts of the old town, to finally end before the majestic Royal Palace. After putting aside the history we’ll finish the tour at a really cosy, gourmet restaurant where you'll get to taste different, mouth-watering, chef made tapas, local drinks and a really special and traditional liquor quite involved with the history of the city. Of course, aside from the food goodies, we will get an opportunity to chill, know each other better and share some laughs. Come and see Madrid through my eyes, I want to make you feel as if you're walking through the city with a bunch of friends but one of them happens to know a lot about it and is more than willing to share the knowledge with you! If you're easygoing, like history and kind of a foodie, this is your place! But don’t let me convince you all by myself, go ahead and take a look at some of the reviews and check out what people have to say about this experience!

We will do the experience in my studio, a very nice and cozy space located on Hortaleza street,, in the emblematic Chueca neighborhood in the center of Madrid near the San Anton market. Spanish tapas and together we will prepare an authentic sangria, of course there will also be wine, summer red wine, soft drinks, etc. Then we will start together to prepare the Spanish Tortillas, we will deepen in all the details that the Spanish Tortilla entails, dry tortilla? More juicy? with onion? or without onion? Step by step we will make our tortillas so that you discover all the secrets of the good Spanish Tortilla. Then we will eat them. While we enjoy our tortillas I will explain the origin of the paella and then we will begin to prepare it among all. I will be revealing in detail all the steps in detail so that you know the Great Secrets of La Paella because NOT ALL RICE IS "PAELLA" We will also make a historical tour of the Valencian Tradition since it is very important to really know what it is and where it comes from the paella? Finally we will enjoy our authentic Paella, we will have coffee and dessert and then who knows if it will be the best time to have a Siesta! hehehehe Are you ready for this complete trip for the most important Spanish food? Other things to note They have to come to Calle Hortaleza 90 and I will be waiting for them outside with much desire to meet them and have a wonderful experience TOGETHER !!!

We will meet in Plaza Isabel II, under the statue. This is a centrally located spot, where the Opera metro station stop is. We will start with a Spanish breakfast to have a bit of energy buzz! What better way than a special treat of traditional chocolate & churros? From there, no excuses to be tired now; we will explore the iconic Plaza Mayor and its area. Including a visit to the San Miguel market, one of the first gourmet markets of Spain. I will show you one of my favourite hidden gems, a convent from the XVI century where you can still today buy homemade cookies from the nuns! Then, we will head to the La Latina neighbourhood, an important area to understand better Madrid. We will stop at the local market, where after learning about the Spanish seasonal products, we will do a wine & cheese tasting! Did you know Spain is the second country for the production of wine in the World? Now, it's time to explore El Rastro flea-market area and the Lavapiés neighbourhood. We will walk along with it, including seeing some hidden gems no many people know about before ending in the Market of Anton Martin with a glass of cava and a tapa! We will then end in the heart of Barrio de las Letras. Other things to note: I will cater for food allergies & diet requirements (Vegetarians & Gluten-free won't have any problems). It's difficult to cater for vegans and lactose-free.

We really want to strive to make you feel and experience the magical Spanish traditions and stories, so we will always be a maximum group of 6. We will not do the typical tour and we will be like a group of friends having fun. We will start our experience traveling towards our first stop in the mythical city of Toledo, Carpetana Romana, which dates back to 193 BC. Our immersion in Toledan culture will start with a walk through the viewpoints with the best panoramas in the city, walk through its magical streets, wander through its impressive architecture and climb to the greatest strength of the city; there we will take a break to enjoy a snack. We will continue our journey to the second destination that will be the city of Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; upon arrival we will take a break so that you can eat quietly and without rushing as we assure you that in our adventure the idea is that you can enjoy. After the meal we will get to know the Roman aqueduct, we will go up to its highest point and we will explore one of the most important medieval fortresses in Spain, the majestic Alcázar. Before starting our return we will walk along Calle Real , famous for its magnificent shops where we can buy a nice memory

For 2.5 hours I will show you a special selection of masterpieces in the best gallery in the world, in detail I will explain the historical context of the painting, the meaning and the techniques used. We will see not only the most important masterpieces in the Prado, but also some of my favorite and less-known pieces. You will enjoy some of the great masters: Bosch, Patinir, Rubens, Tiziano, Tintoretto, Veronese, El Greco, Goya, Velázquez ...Just impressive! And some other special surprises for you. Tikets not included. Contact me for a different time schedule request, private groups or if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends. In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask. Other things to note For private groups just contact me! Or contact me if you prefer to visit other museums like Reina Sofía or Thyssen-Bornemisza. If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time. Visit 100% accessible. It is not possible to take pictures

We will visit some places that even the locals don't know. The origins of the capital city go back to the Middle Ages, when it was a small military city. Several old places remains, like the medieval muslim wall in the gardens of Emir Mohamed I, narrow streets with curious names of Arab influence or Jewish origins, squares where kings and princesses watched medieval tournaments at Plaza del Alamillo. We will see the Jewish quarter and the towers of old mosques, now transformed into churches, such as Pedro el Viejo or the Capilla del Obispo. We'll even see a secret garden that was the orchard of a convent. Or the Tower and Palace of Los Lujanes, a very important family in the old times of Madrid. Are places where its walls speaks about the Madrid of the three cultures and the three religions. We will finish the route very close to the Plaza Mayor, where we can talk quietly and you can ask me any questions you have about the city or the information you need. Contact me for a different time schedule request or private groups. This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends. In the current situation of the COVID-19, the most important thing is your safety, so I will be very responsible and make the tour totally safe. Remember that you must wear the mask. Other things to note For private groups just contact me! This experience is perfect for business groups that want to find something different. It is also perfect for groups of friends. If the days available do not fit into your travel calendar, we can specify another day or time. Visit 100% accessible.

Come with me on a private tour with a nice mix of history, architecture, fun anecdotes, a few jokes and really, really, tasty food (Not the mainstream, cliché, touristy food!). We'll start at the Plaza Mayor and then make our way through the old village, stopping at a local market to enjoy some entrees and drinks. Then continue our historical journey through the most ancient and interesting parts of the old town, to finally end before the majestic Royal Palace. After putting aside the history we’ll finish the tour at a really cosy, gourmet restaurant where you'll get to taste different, mouth-watering, chef made tapas, local drinks and a really special and traditional liquor quite involved with the history of the city. Of course, aside from the food goodies, we will get an opportunity to chill, know each other better and share some laughs. Come and see Madrid through my eyes, I want to make you feel as if you're walking through the city with a bunch of friends but one of them happens to know a lot about it and is more than willing to share the knowledge with you! If you're easygoing, like history and kind of a foodie, this is your place! But don’t let me convince you all by myself, go ahead and take a look at some of the reviews and check out what people have to say about this experience!

This is a tour for those who love culture, history and people who want to have a fun and different day. You will really have an experience so we will always be as a group of friends with a maximum of 6 people, we are not in a hurry and we are letting you know since it will not be the usual tour. We will start our journey traveling to the ancient city of Toledo, our immersion in Toledan culture will begin at the top of the mountain taking in the best panoramic views of the entire city; we will be ready to walk through its magical streets, admire its impressive architecture and climb to the imposing Alcazar; there we will take a break so that you can eat quietly since we assure you that in our adventure the idea is that you can enjoy the pleasures of local food. If you don't fall in love with these cities imagine flying over it, after lunch we will go to the longest urban zip line in Europe to fly over the beautiful Tagus River that surrounds the entire city. Before we begin our return, we will not let you leave the land of Quixote de la Manche without us visiting a secret place where we will get to know the medieval castle and the windmills where his work was inspired.

We will do the experience in my studio, a very nice and cozy space located on Hortaleza street,, in the emblematic Chueca neighborhood in the center of Madrid near the San Anton market. Spanish tapas and together we will prepare an authentic sangria, of course there will also be wine, summer red wine, soft drinks, etc. Then we will start together to prepare the Spanish Tortillas, we will deepen in all the details that the Spanish Tortilla entails, dry tortilla? More juicy? with onion? or without onion? Step by step we will make our tortillas so that you discover all the secrets of the good Spanish Tortilla. Then we will eat them. While we enjoy our tortillas I will explain the origin of the paella and then we will begin to prepare it among all. I will be revealing in detail all the steps in detail so that you know the Great Secrets of La Paella because NOT ALL RICE IS "PAELLA" We will also make a historical tour of the Valencian Tradition since it is very important to really know what it is and where it comes from the paella? Finally we will enjoy our authentic Paella, we will have coffee and dessert and then who knows if it will be the best time to have a Siesta! hehehehe Are you ready for this complete trip for the most important Spanish food? Other things to note They have to come to Calle Hortaleza 90 and I will be waiting for them outside with much desire to meet them and have a wonderful experience TOGETHER !!!

Visit 2 wineries of the Wines of Madrid Denomination of Origin and learn about their wines from their oenologists and winemakers. Taste at least 6 wines including red, white, and rosé, and learn about winemaking techniques that fuse tradition and innovation. Just 40 minutes from the center of Madrid, we will visit the Castilian countryside dotted with olive groves and vineyards interspersed with cereal fields and medieval towns such as Chinchón or Colmenar de Oreja that treasure a great historical heritage. The DO Vinos de Madrid has been producing great wines with national and international projection for more than 30 years. Wines with a personality of grapes such as Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Syrah or Malvar, easy to drink, complex after refining in oak barrels and reflecting the character of the land. Let yourself be guided and surprised by the least visited but most authentic corners of Madrid, those places where mass tourism does not reach and that immerse the traveler in an authentic oenological, sensory and panoramic experience that will be the most remembered after your visit to Madrid.

We will meet in Plaza Isabel II, under the statue. This is a centrally located spot, where the Opera metro station stop is. We will start with a Spanish breakfast to have a bit of energy buzz! What better way than a special treat of traditional chocolate & churros? From there, no excuses to be tired now; we will explore the iconic Plaza Mayor and its area. Including a visit to the San Miguel market, one of the first gourmet markets of Spain. I will show you one of my favourite hidden gems, a convent from the XVI century where you can still today buy homemade cookies from the nuns! Then, we will head to the La Latina neighbourhood, an important area to understand better Madrid. We will stop at the local market, where after learning about the Spanish seasonal products, we will do a wine & cheese tasting! Did you know Spain is the second country for the production of wine in the World? Now, it's time to explore El Rastro flea-market area and the Lavapiés neighbourhood. We will walk along with it, including seeing some hidden gems no many people know about before ending in the Market of Anton Martin with a glass of cava and a tapa! We will then end in the heart of Barrio de las Letras. Other things to note: I will cater for food allergies & diet requirements (Vegetarians & Gluten-free won't have any problems). It's difficult to cater for vegans and lactose-free.

We will learn all about iberian "pata negra" ham's world. The origin, where, and how. What makes the Iberian ham so special? How do you identify it? How is it cured and cut? These and other questions are answered as we taste ham from different curation periods and regions. I will explain you our shop history , since 1.919 , the oldest on Madrid.

¿Quieres una clase de cocina en Madrid? ¡Ven a la clase de cocina más dinámica y divertida en Madrid donde enfatizamos la importancia del aspecto social de cocinar, comer y beber! Nuestro chef y profesor profesional te guiará a través de las recetas más icónicas de España que te dejarán con la boca abierta. Serás recibido con una copa de cava y dirigido a su propia estación de cocina donde trabajarán en parejas y tendrán todos los ingredientes y equipos necesarios para hacer 4 tapas españolas tradicionales. ¡La parte de cocina de esta experiencia les llevará en un viaje por España, haremos una tapa típica de cada rincón del país! ¡La clase ha sido creada para que puedas participar activamente en un taller muy práctico! Aproveche el conocimiento de nuestro chef y haga todas las preguntas que desee, ya que su chef también es su anfitrión y tiene el propósito de que usted y todos los demás invitados se sientan como en casa y, por supuesto, ¡mantener sus copas de vino llenas! Una vez que haya creado sus recetas, usted y los demás invitados serán invitados a nuestro comedor privado donde todos los invitados se sentarán juntos en nuestra mesa y compartirán las tapas preparadas por ellos mismos, ¡pero también un plato principal y un postre elaborado por nuestros chefs! Convirtiendo esta experiencia en un menú de 6 platos que se acompañará con nuestro maridaje de 5 vinos sin fin!

Prado Museum guided tour in English or Spanish, guided by an Art History graduate. We will start our tour at the entrance of the building, with a brief explanation of history of the Museum and its collections. In the tour, I will focus on some of the main artworks and painters of the Prado (and my personal favourites): Van der Weyden, Bosch, Fra Angelico, Tiziano, El Greco, Rubens, Velázquez, Goya, etc. I will explain the backstories of the paintings, the artistic techniques employed, biographies of the artists, their historical context and their significance within the History of Art. If you request a different time slot please send me a message. Groups of 6 people max. Group discounts Tickets to the Museum not included.

Our tour starts in the historical centre of Madrid, in Plaza de la Villa, wherefrom we will explore and walk our way around the many centuries of Spain's capital. We will piece its history together, dating back to the 9th century of the Muslim Kingdom of Spain all the way to the Bourbon Dynasty who managed to build the largest palace in western Europe. We will unlock the history behind Madrid's Cathedral and discover how the Catholic Church has become celiac-friendly, and admire the colourful murals and stained glass that give our modern cathedral a welcoming vibe. As we approach the palace, we will see some remnants of the first Arabic wall originally built to protect the city and serve the people of Madrid diligently for two centuries. Skipping the line, we will then make our way into the palace, discover each distinctly decorated room, explore the collection of Stradivarius violins, and uncover the secrets within the Royal Chapel. We will then explore the Royal Palace, where we can explore fascinating architecture and legends and gossip within each distinct room, which drove the 18th Century Madrileños wild and still manages to shock listeners today.

The best way to get to know a city is with a FREE TOUR or just by walking and getting lost in the streets, but sometimes you can go through incredible places with beautiful anecdotes and history and not realize it, that's why we have created this route. **IMPORTANT** 3 people max per booking This is a FREE tour, which means it does NOT have a fixed price, so you can decide the value of the tour with a tip, but don't worry, if you can't give a tip for any reason, we really hope you have a great time with us and recommend us, also with a strong applause and a good review, it will be more than enough! Let us take you and show you the city we know and the city that you will surely fall in love with. We will visit some of the most emblematic places in the center, telling you the history, anecdotes, dark and fun stories and the best tips for the rest of your stay in Madrid. Puerta del Sol (the main square) and its monuments. Km 0 Calle Arenal Madrid's oldest churreria Teatro Real (Opera House) Plaza Oriente Palacio Real Almudena Cathedral (the city's main cathedral) Las Vistillas (panoramic view) Barrio de los Austrias (the oldest neighborhood) Plaza de la Paja Older restaurant in the world Plaza Mayor and much more...

Welcome to Madrid! One of Europe's most exciting yet misunderstood cities. What it lacks in famous tourist attractions, it more than makes up for in wild history, beautiful views and exciting local stories. If you take a couple of hours to get to know Madrid, it can easily become one of your favourite cities. This English language tour starts close to the glorious Plaza Mayor and ends at the Royal Palace, we'll walk through the charming streets of the old town to see the sights and discover the secrets of a city that stands in the middle of nowhere, miles from its neighbours. We'll travel through the history that shaped the city, explore the food and drink traditions, and solve some local mysteries. Why did people avoid plaza mayor for decades? Why are a group of women locked inside a city centre building? Was the most defining 'accident' of Madrid's story actually a well planned crime? Join me to spend a laughter filled couple of hours falling in love with Madrid and getting recommendations from your new local friend! P.S I strongly recommend taking this tour early in your trip as there are lots of things you'll discover you want to do while you're here :)

We'll meet at Madrid's Plaza Mayor and stroll through the winding streets of the medieval center, visiting architectural gems and charming squares. As a specialist in Renaissance history, I'll tell you about Madrid's fascinating transition from a fortified medieval outpost to the regal capital of a global empire. We'll discuss kings, queens, writers, and local figures, giving you the context to appreciate Madrid's history and it's place in the world. I'll also share my perspective as a resident of modern Madrid - a vibrant city with a world-class scene for arts and gastronomy. Group size is limited so that everyone can comfortably chat and ask questions.