Madrid : Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace

Puerta del Sol

Puerta del Sol, Madrid, 28013, Spain

The nerve center of Madrid and Km 0 of all the streets of Spain. The history of this square from the fifteenth century, its iconic monuments — the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, the New Year's clock — and the secrets hidden in its most emblematic buildings.

Plaza Mayor

Pl. Mayor, Madrid, 28012, Spain

The most famous square in Madrid, built in 1619 under Philip III. Bullfighting theater, autodafé of the Spanish Inquisition and royal coronations. We will tell you the darkest and most fascinating stories that have animated these walls for 400 years.

Mercado San Miguel

Plaza De San Miguel, S/N, Madrid, 28005, Spain

One of the most beautiful iron markets in Europe, built in 1916. We explain its history and architecture, and advise you what to taste if you want to enter and discover the typical flavors of Madrid.

Plaza de la Villa

Calle Mayor, Centro, Madrid, 28005, Spain

The ancient political heart of medieval Madrid and the oldest square in the city. Three centuries of architecture at a glance: Gothic, Plateresque and Baroque Madrid told by its historic buildings.

Arab Wall

Cuesta de la Vega S/N, Madrid, 28013, Spain

The oldest remains of Madrid, from the ninth century. The original fragments of the wall that founded the city and the story of why Madrid was called "Magerit" before it became the capital of Spain.

The only cathedral in Madrid, consecrated by John Paul II in 1993. Scenario of the royal wedding of Felipe VI and Letizia in 2004. We tell you about its centuries-old history and curiosities that almost no one knows.

Royal Palace of Madrid

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

The largest royal palace in Western Europe, with 3,418 rooms. Facade, gardens and stories of the kings who lived there for centuries. We conclude here with the best panoramic views of Madrid.

Teatro Real

Plaza de Isabel II, Madrid, 28013, Spain

It is one of the most important theaters in Europe and the first performing arts institution in Spain. We couldn't finish this tour without seeing its imposing facade and telling you all about its history.