Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena)
Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena)
Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena)

Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena) Tours and Tickets

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King Alfonso XII laid the first stone of the Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena) in 1883, yet the neoclassical structure, built atop an old church that itself was built atop the city’s first mosque, wasn’t consecrated until 1993. Compared to Europe’s other major cathedrals, this one is uniquely modern, with touches like pop art–stained glass windows.

  • Calle de Bailén, 10, Madrid, 28013

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Architecture Tour Old Madrid, from the Arabs to the Borbons, trough the Austrias

Architecture Tour Old Madrid, from the Arabs to the Borbons, trough the Austrias

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We propose that you learn more about the origins of the city from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since the arabs founded it at the end of the 9th century, following with the conquest of the city by Alfonso VI of Castilla in the 11th century or the moment when Felipe II decided to fix the capital in Madrid, in 1561. We will begin in front of the Royal Palace, reviewing its history since the Arabs built the Alcázar, the defensive castle when Madrid was founded till the moment Felipe V ordered to built the Royal Palace as we know today. From there, we will learn more about the history of the Cathedral and the the new Royal Collections Museum designed by Tuñón and Mansilla. We will enjoy the only rests we have of the Arab Wall. Crossing the Viaduct of Segovia, we will enjoy the views of the forest called Casa de Campo, the green lung, three times bigger than Central Park, the King’s private hunting site until 1931 and a Civil War front, stopping at a viewpoint from which we will enjoy the views of part of the cornice of Madrid. We will continue the walk trough, walking throught these old small streets and squares we will arrive to the Square of Puerta Cerrada, one of the old gates of the old city. San Miguel Market will be other of one stops where you could have a drink and tapas after visiting Plaza de la Villa where the old City Hall of the city is located. From there you will learn the history of Plaza Mayor, the best example of castillians squares, built 400 years ago.
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What are people saying about Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena)

Robert_S, Oct 2023
Excellent guided tour of the Palace
Excellent tour guide in English. Group was kept to 8 persons. Most interesting details re the massive Royal Palace. Took all 2 hours near and in the Palace. Afterwards we were guided to the entrance to the Cathedral and spent some good time there.
Preston_B, Oct 2023
Wonderful tour including Plaza Mayor
Our guide was great! We learned a lot during this tour. Very well organized and informative. Make sure to wear comfy shoes!
Osvaldo_M, Sep 2023
Excellent tour!
We had a great time xperience visiting these beautiful landmarks. Our guide, Javier was extremely knowledgeable, professional, thorough and detailed with all his explanations. He took his time and showed us around the area. I would very much recommend this tour.
Roslyn_K, Nov 2023
Guided tour is the only way to go
Our giude Sergio was really good. He was very knowledgable and answered everyones questions. We only had a limited number of days so a guided tour was perfect for us. We purchased a tour of the palace and cathedral. Unfortunately there was a misunderstanding on the tour company’s part and we really did not get a guided tour of the cathedral as our guide was scheduled to move on. He was gracious enough to walk us in to the cathedral. But we probably should have been refunded the difference from the cost of the tours.
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