Overview
The Spanish Inquisition is one of history's darkest moments. The stories have been hushed and the buildings covered so we are left to face this piece of history with a big question: What actually happened in the Spanish Inquisition?
With a local historian, you'll move around the old town uncovering the truth about this notorious era.
Starting in Plaza de la Villa and strolling through the quaint streets of the Old Town, you'll actually be standing in the footsteps of victims and follow their story from arrest to questioning to execution.
Ending in Plaza Santo Domingo with a better understanding of what happened in this chapter of history, you'll see that the inquisition is still around us in the way we eat, speak and live.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Expert local guide
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet your guide by the statue in the middle of Plaza de la Villa, they'll be carrying a Lexi Walking Tours tote bag
End point
The tour ends in Plaza Santo Domingo
What to expect
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Plaza de la Villa
15 min
Meet your guide in the centre of the square. Here we will take in the sights of plaza de la villa and begin the story of the inquisition. We'll learn what an inquisition actually is and how the most notorious one started in Spain.
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Church of St. Nicholas of the Servitas (San Nicolas de las Servitas)
10 min
Next stop is the San Nicolas church which is not exactly as it seems. The story continues to learn what happened post 1492 when Spain was united as a country for the first time. We'll walk in the footsteps of the first groups of victims and learn why they were suddenly wanted by the inquisition.
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Plaza de Ramales
10 min
Now that we know who the victims of the inquisition are, we learn how were they were found and arrested. Connect with your inner spy looking for clues and learn how the arrests took place.
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Monasterio de la Encarnacion
10 min
Follow the footsteps of the newly arrested heretics to the Monasterio de la encarnacion. What happens next to the victims and their families? How will they be processed?
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Madrid
15 min
At the imposing tribunal of the inquisition, we will learn about the questioning and torture methods used to get confessions from the victims.
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Plaza De Santo Domingo
10 min
After confessions, we follow our victims to the final chapter of their story - sentencing. What will happen to them once they stand in front of the chief inquisitor? Before you go, learn the clues to spot how the inquisition is still around us in modern Spain
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
- Not recommended for those of a sensitive nature
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
FAQs about The Spanish Inquisition Walking Tour
Can I cancel The Spanish Inquisition Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 15 min.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide by the statue in the middle of Plaza de la Villa, they'll be carrying a Lexi Walking Tours tote bag
What's included?
- Expert local guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits Plaza de la Villa, Church of St. Nicholas of the Servitas (San Nicolas de las Servitas), Plaza de Ramales, Monasterio de la Encarnacion, Plaza De Santo Domingo.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Lexi Hadfield
