Sightseeing in Madrid’s Historic Centro
Spend the day getting to know Centro, the centuries-old core of Madrid that encompasses the iconic square Plaza Mayor, the lavish Royal Palace and a statue of a bear in Puerta del Sol which marks the centermost point of the Iberian peninsula. In between historic sights, indulge in pastries from Madrid’s representative bakeries, explore the city’s gourmet market and dine on tapas before ending the night at a rooftop bar overlooking the city.
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A taste of the day
Stop 1
10:00am Puerta del Sol
Begin your day at one of the most well known and busiest places in Madrid; Puerta del Sol. This renowned public square i…
Stop 2
10:30am Compulsory Breakfast Sweets
Next is a compulsory stop at Chocolatería San Ginés for a taste of their rich, gooey Spanish-style hot chocolate meant t…
Stop 3
11:30am Plaza Mayor
Once the center of Old Madrid, Plaza Mayor is another of the city’s famous squares. Built in 1619 by Juan Gómez de Mora …
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