Private Tour: Habsburgs Madrid Walking Tour Historic Centre and Royal Palace Guided Tour Skip-the-Line

Walk through the historic heart of Madrid on this complete Madrid walking tour of the Austrias district, one of the most picturesque and representative routes in the city. Discover some of the most iconic Renaissance and Baroque landmarks in Madrid while learning about the origins and evolution of Spain’s capital.

The historic center is known as the Madrid of the Austrias (Habsburgs), the dynasty that ruled Spain until 1700. The city’s golden age began under Charles I, who promoted the construction of palaces and monuments, and was consolidated when Philip II moved the royal court from Toledo to Madrid, establishing it as the capital of Spain.

During this guided walking tour in Madrid, you will visit landmarks such as the Plaza de Oriente, home to the Royal Palace of Madrid, Calle Mayor, and the historic Plaza de la Villa, once the city’s Town Hall. Midway through the tour, you will enjoy a break in a traditional café, where you can relax with a drink included, courtesy of Julià Travel.

The experience continues with a skip-the-line guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid, one of the largest palaces in Europe, whose size doubles that of Buckingham Palace. Built in Italian Baroque style, it served as the official residence of the Spanish Monarchy from 1766 to 1931 and still hosts royal receptions, official ceremonies, and state events.

Accompanied by your guide, you will explore the Plaza de Armas and some of the palace’s most impressive rooms, including the Grand Staircase, the Throne Room, and the Royal Banquet Hall, while admiring magnificent tapestries, antique furniture, and richly decorated interiors full of history.