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Madrid of the Austrias Tour: Historical Journey Through Spain's Capital
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Embark on a historical journey through Madrid's capital and discover the splendor of the Austrias dynasty. Explore iconic landmarks and immerse yourself in the rich history of the 16th and 17th centuries.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Royal Palace of Madrid - We see the main facade and tell a brief history of the palace
- Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena - Exterior view and brief historical overview
- Capilla del Obispo - Exterior view and brief historical overview
- Iglesia de San Pedro El Viejo - Exterior view and brief historical overview
- Basilica de San Miguel - Exterior view and brief historical overview
- Casa de la Villa - Exterior view of the old Madrid City Hall and a brief historical overview
- Mercado San Miguel - Inside visit and historical review
- Plaza Mayor - Description and historical review
- Puerta del Sol - Description and historical review
What's Included
- Official tourism guide of the Community of Madrid
Additional Information
The era of the Austrian dynasty marked the beginning of Madrid’s true magnificence, as it was during this period that the city was designated as Spain’s capital.
Our tour will take us through Madrid’s most iconic sites: the Plaza de Oriente, Viaduct, Vistillas, Plaza de San Andrés, Plaza de la Paja, Puerta Cerrada, Plaza de la Villa, Calle Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza Mayor, and Puerta del Sol.
We will delve into the history of the most significant structures and, via historical narration, we will transport ourselves back to the ambiance of the 16th and 17th centuries, the period when the Austrian Dynasty ruled over Spain.
Location
Monument to Felipe IV
Plaza de Oriente
In front of the statue of Felipe IV
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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