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Madrid Highlights by Bike

4.8(95 reviews)Madrid, SpainOperated by Trixi Bike Tours Madrid
  • Duration3 hours
  • GroupShared · max 15
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

See the impressive sights of Spain’s beguiling capital from a unique perspective on a 3-hour bike tour of Madrid. Cruise past legendary landmarks like the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor and stop intermittently to hear fascinating facts and historical anecdotes from your expert guide. Capture photographs of monuments like Retiro Park and the Puerta del Sol, during regular breaks. This tour is perfect for all cycling abilities and only a moderate level of fitness is required. See Madrid from the ground up on a 3-hour bike tour with a local guide.Discover off-the-beaten-path sites like the Egyptian Templo de Debod and St Ann´s Square. Refreshment in the lovely Retiro Park included.Small-group tour limited to 15 people

What to expect

3 hours6 stopsShared tourMax 15 travellers

  1. Royal Palace of Madrid

    Calle de Bailen s/n, Madrid, 28071, Spain

    5 minutesAdmission not included

    The largest royal palace in Western Europe is a must-visit for all.Home to the Kings of Spain from Charles III to Alfonso XIII, Madrid's Royal Palace takes us on a journey through the history of Spain. Though it is no longer the royal family's home, it continues to be their official residence.

  2. Museo de la Catedral de la Almudena

    Calle Mayor 92, Catedral de la Almudena, Madrid, 28013, Spain

    5 minutesAdmission not included

    This imposing church and the Royal Palace nearby form one of Madrid’s most popular tourist attractions.Madrid's cathedral, which stands in Hapsburg Madrid, has a short but tortuous history. The first plans for the church were drawn up in 1879 by Francisco de Cubas, who wanted to create a pantheon for the late Queen Maria de la Mercedes. The foundation stone was laid in 1883, but when Pope Leo XIII granted a bull in 1885 for the creation of the Madrid-Alcalá bishopric, the plans for the church were changed to become plans for a cathedral.

  3. Museo Nacional del Prado

    Paseo del Prado s/n, Madrid, 28014, Spain

    5 minutesAdmission not included

    The Prado Museum, which is commemorating its 200th anniversary this year, is the crown jewel of one of the city’s most popular tourist itineraries: the Paseo del Arte, where you'll also find the Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofía museums. The Prado's walls are lined with masterpieces from the Spanish, Italian and Flemish schools, including Velázquez’ Las Meninas and Goya’s Third of May, 1808. Its collection comprises 8,600 paintings and over 700 sculptures, so we recommend deciding what you want to see before stepping into the museum. If you are short on time, the Prado's website suggests three itineraries, lasting 1, 2 and 3 hours and covering the museum's most important masterpieces.

  4. Templo de Debod

    Calle Ferraz 1, Madrid, 28008, Spain

    5 minutesAdmission not included

    Temple of Debod templo_deblod_1.jpg templo_deblod_2.jpg templo_de_debod_3.jpg siempre_gratis.jpg Anterior Siguiente Description Information(active tab) Services Map This is an Egyptian temple dating back to the 2nd century BC, transported to Madrid’s Cuartel de la Montaña Park. The temple was donated to Spain by the Egyptian government to save it from floods following the construction of the great Aswan Dam.

  5. Plaza Mayor

    Pl. Mayor, Madrid, 28012, Spain

    5 minutes

    This arcaded square located in the historical centre of the city is the heart of Hapsburg Madrid.

  6. Parque del Retiro

    Plaza Della Indipendecia 7, Madrid, 28001, Spain

    20 minutes

    El Retiro Park is the real star of this neighbourhood, bordered by Calle de Alcalá and Calle O’Donnell to the north, Doctor Esquerdo to the east, Avenida del Mediterráneo and Paseo de Reina Cristina to the south, and Calle de Alfonso XII to the west. The park was developed under the Catholic Monarchs, in the early sixteenth century, but the neighbourhood itself is much younger. With an increasingly larger population in the late nineteenth century, the city expanded. The layout of Retiro is similar to that of neighbouring Barrio de Salamanca, featuring perpendicular streets with wide pavements, some of them embellished as attractive boulevards, like Ibiza or Alcalde Sainz de Baranda. It’s basically a residential area but, being so close to the centre of Madrid, it’s borrowed some of its business and shopping character. Visitors coming to Madrid can’t miss El Retiro Park and its surroundings, filled with cultural attractions, restaurants and shops. El Retiro Park is the real star of this neighbourhood, bordered by Calle de Alcalá and Calle O’Donnell to the north, Doctor Esquerdo to the east, Avenida del Mediterráneo and Paseo de Reina Cristina to the south, and Calle de Alfonso XII to the west. The park was developed under the Catholic Monarchs, in the early sixteenth century, but the neighbourhood itself is much younger. With an increasingly larger population in the late nineteenth century, the city expanded. The layout of Retiro is similar to that of neighbouring Barrio de Salamanca, featuring perpendicular streets with wide pavements, some of them embellished as attractive boulevards, like Ibiza or Alcalde Sainz de Baranda. It’s basically a residential area but, being so close to the centre of Madrid, it’s borrowed some of its business and shopping character. Visitors coming to Madrid can’t miss El Retiro Park and its surroundings, filled with cultural attractions, restaurants and shops.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

a few minutes walk from Puerta del Sol Metro "Sol" or "Gran Via"

End / drop-off

a few minutes walk from Puerta del Sol Metro "Sol" or "Gran Via"

What's included

Included

  • Use of bicycle
  • Driver/guide
  • Use of helmet

Not included

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Child (2–11), Youth (12–17), Adult (18–99)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 8 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Madrid
Product code
110397P1

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

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