Overview
We offer you a Private and exclusive tour on Segway, only you will go with a guide, being able to enjoy your tour privately.
From the meeting point located in the legendary Madrid neighborhood of the Barrio de las Letras, we head to the Plaza Mayor, the neuralgic center of Madrid life, from there to the true Madrid of the Austrias, where we will enjoy the best views of the Palacio viewpoint Real and the Almudena Cathedral, we will make a stop at the Plaza de Ramales, where it is believed that Velazquez was buried, on the way back we will visit the Plaza de la Villa Old Town Hall of Madrid, which houses buildings such as the Torre de los Lujanes or the Casa de Cisneros, to finish bordering the Puerta del Sol.
A special tour in which you will get to know the most important points of old Madrid and that you can extend depending on the duration.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private Tour
Helmet
Insurance RC
Segway use
Training
Local Guide
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Local located between the Prado Museum and Plaza Santa Ana
Nearby metro stations: Anton Martin, Sol, Gran Via and Sevilla
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Dress code is smart casual
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Not recommended for pregnant women
What to expect
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Plaza Mayor
5 min
This stop is made in the Plaza del Comercio, where three squares converge; Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Santa Cruz and the Plaza del Comercio itself where the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is located, the former prison of the aristocracy. There our guide will tell us the history of La Plaza Mayor and how from being a suburb of Madrid it becomes the main square of the capital.
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Plaza de Ramales
5 min
In the Plaza de Ramales there was the church of San Jua, belonging to the order of Santiago. This was demolished to convert the space into a plaza by Jose Bonaparte, among the rubble it is thought that the remains of Velazquez are found.
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Mirador de la Cornisa del Palacio Real
5 min
We will walk along a narrow street to discover a viewpoint that will amaze us with its views, a space from where we can observe from a special point the entire historical-artistic complex that represents the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. Awesome.
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Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
5 min
At the viewpoint we will have the privilege of observing this building that is linked to the Royal Palace through the Plaza de la Armería, which serves for the representation of different official acts and events. This cathedral, which took 110 years to build, is oriented from North to South instead of East to West like most Christian temples. We will tell you their secrets
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Plaza de la Villa
5 min
Splendid square that houses the true flavor of the Madrid of the Austrian monarchy. In it we find buildings such as the Torre de los Lujanes or the Casa de Cisneros. The old Madrid City Hall was located in this square, now in the Cibeles Palace.
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Puerta del Sol
5 min
On our way back we will border La Puerta del Sol, the center of Madrid and Spain. This square is located the Post Office Building, where the tower with the clock is located that every year offers us the chimes of New Year's Eve.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- The use of mobile phones is not allowed while riding a segway.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid
Can I cancel Segway Private Tour in the Historic Center of Madrid for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1–3 hours.
Where does it start?
Local located between the Prado Museum and Plaza Santa Ana Nearby metro stations: Anton Martin, Sol, Gran Via and Sevilla
What's included?
- Private Tour
- Helmet
- Insurance RC
- Segway use
- Training
- Local Guide
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Ramales, Mirador de la Cornisa del Palacio Real, Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena, Plaza de la Villa, Puerta del Sol.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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