The Enlightenment Trail: Unveiling Madrid's Intellectual Legacy
Joined 2023
From the second half of the 18th century on, it was the time of changes for Madrid and all of Spain.
The man in power then was Carlos III - known as the "best mayor of Madrid". He spared no effort and money to make Madrid one of the main European metropolises. A number of prominent government buildings and cultural and scientific institutions were established during this time, including what is now known as one of the most famous and beautiful museums in the world, the Prado Museum.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Puerta del Sol
Start of the tour at Puerta del Sol
Puerta del Sol is one of the most famous squares in Madrid: the Bear and Strawberry Tree, Kilometer Zero and the famous chiming clock are all located here.
Calle de Alcalá
Calle de Alcalá is among the longest streets in Madrid. It starts at the Puerta del Sol and goes on for 11 kilometres (6.8 mi), to the northeastern outskirts of the city
Plaza de José Canalejas
Llamada así en honor a José Canalejas Méndez, político español durante el reinado de Alfonso XIII, que murió asesinado en la Puerta del Sol en 1912
Congreso de los Diputados
El Palacio del Congreso de los Diputados es un edificio de estilo neoclásico construido para ser sede Parlamentaria, entre 1843 y 1850, obra del arquitecto Narciso Pascual y Colomer
Fuente de Neptuno
The Neptune Fountain is one of the most visited urban sculptures in Madrid, by tourists and locals. It is located in the center of the Cánovas del Castillo square, and its surroundings are made up of some of the most characteristic icons of the city.
Museo del Prado
The Prado Museum is one of the most important museums in the world for housing works by Goya, Velázquez, Del Bosco and other renowned painters.
Fuente de Cibeles
The Cibeles fountain is the most famous monumental fountain in the city of Madrid, located in the square of the same name, in the central area of the Spanish capital.
Puerta de Alcalá
The Puerta de Alcalá is one of the most famous monuments in Madrid and one of the five royal gates of the city. It presides over Independence Square.
End of the tour
Ending Point
Puerta de Alcala
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
transportation fee , lunch, dinner, entrance fee
Tour Important Information
• This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
• Several places we will visit do not accept credit cards, so please bring cash.
• Bring your hat, water and sunscreen
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Juan O.
Hello visitors! I welcome you to Madrid. I'm Kwame, your guide in Madrid I am a fun person, I consider myself friendly and I love interacting, meeting and talking with people from all over the world. I have always thought that knowing different cultures unites us and makes us grow. I have lived in the UK for 15 years, mainly in London and Bristol, and have worked as a tour guide in Barcelona, but am now based in Madrid. You can be sure that my tour will be serious, professional, informative but also very pleasant. Come discover Madrid with me and I assure you that you will never forget this incredible city.
$350/ per group
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