Your private tour of the Royal Palace Madrid starts when your local guide picks you up from your hotel. Arguably Madrid’s most important monument, the Palacio Real (Royal Palace) is one of the best-preserved symbols of the Spanish national heritage. It’s a must-see! On the gentle amble to the palace, your private guide will give you a brief overview of the history of Madrid along with tips, information and ideas for things to do on your visit.
Skip the lines and enter this sumptuous royal residence without waiting in long lines. Your professional guide will keep you informed and entertained as you wander through the opulent rooms absorbing Spanish royal history. As with all our private tours, your Royal Palace Madrid Tour will be developed around your personal interests and passions to create an entertaining and informative experience that is as individual as you!
Highlights
See one of the best preserved royal residences in Europe
Discover Spanish culture through art, music and architecture
Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary focusing on your preferences
Admire lavish furnishings, beautiful tapestries and priceless artworks
Experience life in the royal court from the Armoury and Kitchen to the Throne Room
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We arrived in Madrid at 11 AM on Wednesday, and met with Enrique at 1 PM for a 4 hour tour. Wow, did we get our money's worth that day! Enrique knows his home city (Madrid), it's history, it's politics, and the art & buildings. He took us through the old city, stopping at historical sites to give some background, and then moved on - - which is what we hoped for - - a quick review of the sites which we would then visit later on our trip.
The next day we met Monica of Madsnail for our tour of the Royal Palace, The Cathedral, The Prado Museum, and then finishing at Retiro Park. Monica's home city is also Madrid. With her background in architecture and history - - Monica's descriptions and observations of these sites is fabulous. We spend about 2 hours in the Royal Palace, and an hour in The Cathedral. Make sure you go down into the crypt below The Cathedral (Monica's suggestion) as it is amazingly beautiful, and (as far as crypt's go) ... modern. Going to Prado next sort of links the art, and the Habsburgs / Bourbons dynasties. Monica had an excellent way of tying the Royalty, the Artworks, and the buildings ... to tell the story of Espana. Monica is an excellent guide !!
After a pleasant walk through the streets of Madrid with your private guide, skip the lines and enter the magnificent Royal Palace on your personal guided tour. Built in the 18th century on the site of a medieval Moorish Alcazar, the palace was home to the Bourbon dynasty until 1931. As one of the best preserved royal residences in Europe, your exclusive private tour of Madrid’s Royal Palace takes you through this important historic attraction accompanied by your knowledgeable local guide. Filled with lavish furnishings, beautiful tapestries, frescoes and elegant furniture, the Royal Palace is still used for official state functions.
Learn about Spanish culture and the individual needs and eccentricities of the past kings of Spain as part of your tour. Understand how Spanish royal life, music, art and architectural influences interconnect with the rest of Europe as your private guide brings this symbol of power vividly to life.
Our special private tour of the Royal Palace in Madrid includes the Royal Armoury, the Royal Kitchen and the splendid Throne Room. It also features the stunning Painting Gallery which showcases priceless artworks by some of Spain’s most famous artists including Velazquez and Goya.
After leaving the Palace your guide will take you for a quick peek into the Cathedral of Madrid, the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Almudena.
There will be plenty of time to ask questions and chat with your private guide, making this a truly bespoke tour designed around your personal interests and preferences.
Important Information
Duration: 3 hours
Languages Available: Spanish, English, Russian, German (availability based), Italian, French
Private groups: Min. 2 people and up to 8 people. We can make special arrangement for other group sizes.
Activity level: Easy
Handicap friendly: Yes
Kid friendly: Yes
Cancellation: you can cancel with 100% refund up to 72 hours in advance. 50% is returned with 48 hour notice and no refund with less than 48 hours notice.
What's included: Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a gentle walk to the Royal Palace, where you will learn the secrets of the Spanish monarchy. On the way, the guide will give you an introduction to the history of Madrid and tips on things to see and do as part of your stay in Madrid.
Additional tours: This tour of the Royal Palace Madrid fills a whole day when combined with the following suggestions:
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We arrived in Madrid at 11 AM on Wednesday, and met with Enrique at 1 PM for a 4 hour tour. Wow, did we get our money's worth that day! Enrique knows his home city (Madrid), it's history, it's politics, and the art & buildings. He took us through the old city, stopping at historical sites to give some background, and then moved on - - which is what we hoped for - - a quick review of the sites which we would then visit later on our trip.
The next day we met Monica of Madsnail for our tour of the Royal Palace, The Cathedral, The Prado Museum, and then finishing at Retiro Park. Monica's home city is also Madrid. With her background in architecture and history - - Monica's descriptions and observations of these sites is fabulous. We spend about 2 hours in the Royal Palace, and an hour in The Cathedral. Make sure you go down into the crypt below The Cathedral (Monica's suggestion) as it is amazingly beautiful, and (as far as crypt's go) ... modern. Going to Prado next sort of links the art, and the Habsburgs / Bourbons dynasties. Monica had an excellent way of tying the Royalty, the Artworks, and the buildings ... to tell the story of Espana. Monica is an excellent guide !!
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