Top Madrid Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Visitors coming to Madrid for the first time will enjoy this two-hour tour in an electric tuk-tuk. See more in no time than on a walking tour while enjoying a more personal experience than on a bus tour. Pass by a number of Madrid's must-see spots and take in the sights as you take in places you may want to come back to later to explore further.

A hop-on hop-off Madrid sightseeing tour by open-top double-decker bus is the perfect introduction to this incredible city. Select a 24h- or 48h ticket that lets you board and disembark at any of the stops along two interconnecting routes, so you can explore city sights at your own pace. Hear onboard audio commentary and check out Madrid’s many plazas, museums, and theaters with the provided map and guidebook.

Exploring Avila and Segovia—two of Spain’s oldest cities—from Madrid in a day can be tricky without a self-drive car. This full-day coach tour is the easy option, with the added bonus of a guide to chart the cities’ history, and included walking tours and entry fees. Check out Avila’s walls, Cathedral, and Basilica; and then continue to Segovia to take in its towering Roman aqueduct, Alcazar, and Cathedral.

Immerse yourself in two UNESCO World Heritage–listed cities without worrying about train schedules or parking on this convenient day trip from Madrid. With your guide, savor ancient landmarks and fascinating cultural experiences—including a visit to a Toledo metalworker’s studio. Upgrade to bring your UNESCO-listed cities tally to three with a tour of Avila, famed for its medieval city walls.

Visit Segovia, Ávila, and Toledo—three cities that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites—on a full-day tour from Madrid that features ancient battlements, a soaring cathedral, a historic monastery, and more. Coordinated tours and transport make the most of your travel time so you can cover more ground without rushing to catch trains or find buses; traveling with a guide takes you straight to the three cities’ essential sights.

Admire the spectacular sights of Spain’s vibrant capital on a bicycle tour of Madrid. With a knowledgeable guide, cycle at a leisurely pace to important monuments like Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace of Madrid. Stop intermittently to listen to illuminating commentary from your expert guide, and to capture photographs of Madrid’s historical and architectural highlights. All safety equipment is included on this tour.

Delve into the cultural tapestry of Toledo, a treasure trove of El Greco artworks and ancient fortifications, on a tour from Madrid. Accompanied by a guide, navigate the cobbled streets, and explore the diverse architecture of the medieval city. Admire masterpieces by El Greco as you go on a morning, afternoon, or full-day excursion.

Discover Madrid’s vibrant culinary scene on a delicious tapas tour. Stroll through the evening-lit streets with a guide and sample delicious tapas dishes at popular restaurants while learning about the local ingredients. Treat your palette to delicious Spanish wines complemented by items like Iberian ham, salted cod, rich chickpea stew and more. To keep this experience intimate, group size is limited to 12 people.

This tour is ideal for time-tight travelers interested in religious sights and historic monuments. Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental, and instead, travel between locations with ease in a luxury bus with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a guide. Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site—the Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial (El Escorial)—and visit the Valley of Cuelgamuros (Valley of the Fallen) monument and Catholic basilica.

The magnificent Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the official residences of the King of Spain and one of Madrid’s most popular attractions. On this skip-the-line tour, avoid the queues which can take over an hour at peak times, and gain extra insight into the Spanish royal family on a guided tour. Visit the Throne Room, Hall of Mirrors, and Banquet Hall; peek into the Royal Apartments; then stroll around the beautiful palace gardens.

No other tour covers as many important Madrid landmarks as this tour, where the guide will take you inside historical sites, with a giant map of Madrid and its walls, expert local guides, plus the best free drink, Madrid water. A decade of trying on, taking off, putting on and adjusting has created a unique tour through the streets, alleys, corners and nooks of the city and we will show you those hidden secrets. In the end you will discover the best surprise. Do not sleep!

Explore two of Madrid’s top sights in just half a day on this immersive, informative tour. In the morning, meet your guide outside the Monument to Felipe IV, enter with skip-the-line tickets, and discover masterpieces from artists like Goya, Rubens, and Velázquez. Next, spot landmarks like the Casa de Cervantes en route to the Royal Palace of Madrid, a regal marvel that’s still home to the Spanish royal family today.

See the influence of centuries of art, culture, architecture, food, and politics on modern-day Madrid on this private, guided tour of the old city. Learn about the people and events that happened here and see iconic sights like the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Almudena Cathedral and more. Smell and sample food in the tapas-filled stalls of the San Miguel market and learn why it’s also called Habsburg, Madrid.

The Prado Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Madrid and without this handy skip-the-line guided tour you could be waiting a long time to get in. Simplify your visit to one of Europe’s top art galleries and learn more about Spanish art and culture than you could touring alone. This small-group tour can be customized to suit your interests.

One of the world’s great art galleries, the Prado Museum has almost 3,000 works on display, including artists like Goya, Velázquez, Rubens, and Caravaggio. Most every visitor to Madrid stops by here, so a skip-the-line ticket is a worthwhile investment. This one comes with a guide to lead you through the myriad rooms and introduce highlights including the works of El Greco and Velázquez’s Las Meninas (Ladies in Waiting).

Known to some as the city of three cultures—because of its Muslim, Christian, and Jewish heritage—Toledo is a stunning medieval city that's an easy day trip from Madrid. Take a trip to this UNESCO World Heritage Site with this guided group tour, complete with round-trip Madrid transportation. After easy coach travel, enjoy sights like the old city walls, 12th century synagogue, and Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary—all included.

Experience both history and gastronomy together with this full-day guided tour through Toledo followed by a wine tour and tasting. Weave along Toledo’s hilly streets and admire diverse architectural styles with an official guide that provides context about the city’s famous El Greco art, Arabic, Gothic, and Moorish architecture, and medieval past. Then, embark on a wine tour and tasting guided by a local viticulturist.

If you’re a soccer fan, no trip to Madrid would be complete without visiting Cívitas Metropolitano, the home stadium of Atlético de Madrid. As well as a skip-the-line admission ticket for the stadium, this package grants you access to the changing room, tunnel, and presidential box, and sheds light on the history of the prestigious soccer team.

Travelers who want a fun and easy overview of Madrid will love this electric tuk-tuk tour. Pass by numerous must-see places in Madrid, such as the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, and the Almudena Cathedral. Take note of the places you want to return to later on your own.

This half-day tour of the highlights of central Madrid takes you to two places on every traveler’s Madrid bucket list: the Royal Palace and Prado Museum. You’ll start with a guided visit to the Royal Palace. Then you’ll stroll through Madrid’s historic neighborhoods and enjoy a coffee and churros with chocolate, everyone's favorite snack in Spain. End with a guided highlights tour of the Prado Museum featuring Velazquez’s world-famous painting, “Las Meninas.”

See two of Spain’s best small towns in one easy trip from Madrid to Toledo and Segovia without having to rent a car, navigate, or deal with language barriers. Instead, hop on the bus to visit both of these UNESCO World Heritage sites in just one day to maximize your time. The trip includes walking tours in both cities and easy, roundtrip transport by bus.

Taste your way through Madrid’s markets, restaurants, and stylish bars on a tapas tour that features a long list of included tastings and drinks. With a stop at Casa Botín, often called the world’s oldest restaurant, the half-day tour covers top destinations without restricting you to a single meal; that’s the key to experiencing a wide range of Spanish foods and flavors even if you have limited time.

In Spain, culture and cuisine are inextricable. Experience Madrid’s historical and culinary highlights on an evening walking tour of its most storied tapas bars. Embark on a journey to learn about tapas culture and sample local specialties washed down with Spanish wines and beers.