Guided tour of Madrid by Carlos III 2 hours

With this guided tour in Madrid, you won't only discover the most beautiful corners of the capital, but also the history of this amazing city under the rule of the King Charles III of Spain.

The tour starts settled in the 15th century, when Charles II died, becoming the last Habsburg. Then, Philip V, the first Bourbon, also known as Philip of Anjou, was crowned as King of Spain.

The guide will tell you about the changes that followed switching from the Habsburg to the Bourbon house, the new enlighted ideas and how the capital was modernized, turning Madrid into a cosmopolitan city, just like París and London were.

The tour is packed with historical data, legends, interesting facts and anecdotes that will make this walk a memorable experience. We'll visit the Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de la Cibeles, and Plaza de Neptuno. In addition, you'll know the history of the Prado Museum and the Botanical Garden.

You'll immerse yourself in the anecdotes of the Royal Factories and the Academies. How the Casa de Correos (Post Office House) and the Bank of Spain were born will be other stories that you'll hear, as well as the strange relation between Spain and the U.S. Independence.

We'll identify some of the most discreet spies and the sharpest politicians of Spanish History, like also the most active politicians of our past. 

It will be a cultural leisure plan to discover, whether you are a tourist or from Madrid, come with your family, your partner, and your friends a new adventure with Madrid´s History. 

* If you are 4 or more, the visit will be private. Communicate when you go to make the reservation.

** Check discounts for larger groups.