All Madrid Tours & Excursions in 2025
Top Attractions in Madrid
Usually overshadowed by Spain’s seaside cities, Madrid often surprises with its rich history, art, cuisine, and nightlife. Madrid tours offer numerous hassle-free options for experiencing its attractions. See the city by tuk-tuk, bike, or hop-on hop-off double-decker; cover landmarks on guided strolls, or skip the lines to explore the Royal Palace and masterpiece-filled Prado. Then, embrace Madrileno culture with a tapas crawl, cooking class, Bernabeu stadium tour, or flamenco show at a traditional tablao. And for a change, take days out to discover rural wineries, the magnificent El Escorial Monastery, and nearby UNESCO-listed cities like Toledo, Segovia, and Avila.
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Madrid has a great range of tours. Some of the best ones, according to traveler reviews and ratings right now, are:
Madrid tours are definitely worth it—they’re a fantastic way to explore the Spanish capital. Madrid is a busy city that’s jam-packed with things to see and do. Tours can help you refine your itinerary and ensure you see and learn about all of the sights you are most interested in––with help from a local guide.
Per one customer who booked the Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace tour, “Wonderful tour with Idan. He was engaging and made the tour a lot of fun with little quizzes and stories. Great way to be introduced to Madrid. We booked another tour and used some of the recommendations he gave us after the tour. Highly recommend!”
Madrid tours start at around US$3 per group for a simple walking tour that visits the main city landmarks and hidden gems. Expect to pay much more for tours with packages including activities and food, such as tapas-tastings, or entertainment experiences such as Flamenco shows with drinks included. Always check what’s included before you book.
On the lower end of the price range, you can book tours such as Tour “Barrio de las Letras” Spanish Golden Age for around US$3 per group (up to six). This affordable walking tour takes you through Madrid’s Literary Quarter and tells you about the Spanish capital’s literary figures, from Cervantes to Quevedo. Pricier options include VIP tours such as Segovia and Avila Private Tour With Lunch and Hotel Pickup From Madrid from around US$1,830 per group (up to six). This private full-day tour takes you beyond Madrid in a comfortable private vehicle and combines Segovia and Alcazar in one convenient package.
Madrid tours offer a variety of experiences, so what you’ll see depends on the specific tour you book. You can choose a tour with a theme or a tour that covers a little bit of everything. Tours of the city center will pass the most famous landmarks, like the Royal Palace and the Puerta de Alcala. If you appreciate art, don’t miss the Prado Museum––the city’s most famous gallery.
Consider an all-day tour to visit as many attractions and landmarks as possible. For example, the Welcome Tour to Madrid in Private Eco Tuk-Tuk takes you past many of Madrid’s highlights on a fun introductory tour, including the Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena), the Cibeles Fountain (Fuente de Cibeles), the Temple of Debod (Templo de Debod), and the Prado Museum (Museo del Prado), among others—admission fees aren’t included but you’ll get your bearings for further exploration later.
Most people recommend that you stay in Madrid for two to four days to truly appreciate everything the city has to offer. Consider staying longer if you are a lover of museums and galleries, as you’ll need one whole day just for the Prado Museum. The buzzing city center has many attractions, like parks, shops, and tavernas where you can stop for a cold beer and delicious tapas.
Madrid is a major city that has plenty to offer all year round. In terms of the weather, Spring (March to May) and Fall (September to November) are often considered the best months to visit Madrid, with comfortable temperatures and more hours of daylight, giving you plenty of time to explore. June, July, and August are extremely hot, and August is the month of school and work holidays, so many shops and bars are closed.
According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Madrid:
- Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid)
- Alcalá Gate (Puerta de Alcalá)
- Prado Museum (Museo del Prado)
- Plaza Mayor
- San Miguel Market (Mercado de San Miguel)
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There are tons of great trips to take from Madrid. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:
- Avila & Segovia Tour With Tickets to Monuments From Madrid
- Three Cities in One Day: Segovia, Avila, & Toledo From Madrid
- Toledo Tour With Cathedral, Synagogue & St. Tome Church From Madrid
- Toledo and Segovia Full-Day Tour With an Optional Visit to Avila
- Toledo City Tour, Winery Experience, & Wine Tasting From Madrid
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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Madrid. Here are some of the best Madrid activities under US$25:
There are tons of Madrid activities to enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:
- Madrid Highlights Bike Tour
- Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour With Wine Tasting
- Madrid Highlights Bike Tour with Optional Tapas
- Ribera del Duero Wineries Guided Tour & Wine Tasting From Madrid
- Magical and Iconic Retiro Park Segway Tour in Madrid
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According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Madrid:
- Prado Museum (Museo del Prado)
- Reina Sofia Museum (Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia)
- Lope de Vega House Museum (Casa Museo Lope de Vega)
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza)
- National Museum of Natural Sciences
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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Madrid. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:
- Pub Crawl Madrid & Party
- Madrid: Latin Dance and Salsa Class Experience
- Madrid: 1-Hour Flamenco Class Experience
- Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Madrid
- Flamenco Show & Special Menu at Torres Bermejas in Madrid
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Madrid has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are a couple of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:
- Madrid Prado Museum Private Guided Tour for Kids and Families
- Madrid City Highlights Private Tour for Kids and Families
- Family Friendly Madrid Private City Tour
- Madrid City Highlights Private Tour for Kids and Families
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