Gran Vía Tours
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Lined with high-end shops, restaurants, and bars of all types, Gran Via cuts through the heart of Madrid. The bustling street comes alive at night when locals eat, drink, and mingle into the wee hours. Gran Via is also known for its 20th-century architecture, including the Edificio Metropolis, which stands at the head of the thoroughfare and boasts a magnificent rooftop statue of Winged Victory.
The Basics
Meaning "Great Road,” Gran Via is a main thoroughfare in Madrid, built to connect Calle de Alcalá to Plaza de España. There are several hotels in the area, as it is well located amongst the cafes, clubs, and popular attractions such as the Prado Museum and Retiro Park. Just about every Madrid city tour will stop along the street, with visits to other popular points of interest such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and the bullring of Las Ventas. Both group and private tours are available.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The street is a must-see for architecture lovers, shoppers, night owls, and first-time visitors.
- Gran Via is included in most sightseeing tours of Madrid.
- There’s a lot to do on Gran Via, so don’t forget your comfortable walking shoes.
How to Get There
Gran Via is easily accessible by public transportation; metro lines 1, 2, 3, and 5 stop along the street at Santo Domingo, Callao, and Gran Via stations.
When to Get There
Strolling Gran Via is a very different experience by day and night. While daytime hours are popular for shopping at the high-end boutiques along the street, it’s after the sun goes down that the thoroughfare really comes alive.
Things to Do on Gran Via
While primarily known as a shopping and bar-hopping street, there’s plenty more to do on Gran Via. Sample cocido madrileño (chickpea-based stew), Madrid’s most famous culinary specialty, at one of the area restaurants, catch a film in an art deco movie house, tour the art collection at Convento de las Descalzas, or spend some time people-watching in the always bustling Plaza España.
Address: Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Hours: Daily
Admission: Free
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Flamenco Show & Special Menu at Torres Bermejas in Madrid
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Treat all of your senses to a dose of Spanish culture with a flamenco and dinner package in Madrid. Booking in advance guarantees you a seat in the legendary Torres Bermejas, a tablao (flamenco venue) where some of the greatest names in flamenco have performed. Plus, your experience is completed by a tapas selection inspired by classic Spanish cuisine. Choose from two showtimes.
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Flamenco Show & Special Menu at Torres Bermejas in Madrid
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Treat all of your senses to a dose of Spanish culture with a flamenco and dinner package in Madrid. Booking in advance guarantees you a seat in the legendary Torres Bermejas, a tablao (flamenco venue) where some of the greatest names in flamenco have performed. Plus, your experience is completed by a tapas selection inspired by classic Spanish cuisine. Choose from two showtimes.
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Private 8-hour City Tour of Madrid with driver & guide with pick up & ticket
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Rather than spend vacation time negotiating cabs and buses, book a private tour of Madrid that gives you the benefit of a guide and the freedom to tailor your sightseeing. Travel by chauffeured private vehicle, and choose to cover must-sees such as the Plaza Mayor and more, as you learn their history. Plus, enjoy skip-the-line entry to your chosen sight—perhaps the Prado, Royal Palace, or another historical highlight.
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Tour in electric tuk-tuk through Modern Madrid
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Eco Tuk Tuk offers you a 120-minute trip through Madrid that is not in the guides. A vibrant and unique city of great avenues and modern buildings, which embraces the avant-garde and has a cultural offer and a unique proximity in the world. Discover the Castellana, the Bernabéu and the neighborhoods of the city that never sleep. Our guides will give you the best advice to fully enjoy what lesser-known Madrid can offer you.
Make your stay in Madrid an unforgettable experience and take a great memory of this wonderful city!
We comply with the measures to reduce contagion by the Spanish Ministry of Health's COVID19 for guides and means of transportation.
* Note: in winter tuk-tuk have protective layers against rain and wind. They also have blankets so that our clients do not get cold.
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Madrid City Sightseeing and Skip the Line Royal Palace Guided Tour
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Immerse yourself in Madrid's history as you explore the city's most important sites and Royal Palace. Get the story behind the city's architectural history, following its evolution from "Moorish Madrid" into the Habsburg and Bourbon periods. Then skip the long lines and visit the Spanish Royal Palace, seeing the royal collections and admiring its Baroque details. This Madrid sightseeing tour includes all entrance fees
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Historic + Modern Premium Tour
The historical + modern tour in Vintage is a different experience because it is done in a unique car in the world, designed to give the customer a maximum care service, full of comfort and glamor. The explanations during the tour provide interesting information and anecdotes that will make the tour more enjoyable. The customer can choose between taking the convertible car or carrying the transparent hood closed. The premium service takes an extended tour and stops to rest and take photos in the most picturesque places of the tour.
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Historic Madrid + Modern
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The historic tour in Vintage is a different experience because it takes place in a unique car in the world, designed to give the customer a service that is at the maximum care, full of comfort and glamor. The explanations during the tour provide interesting information and anecdotes that will make the tour more enjoyable. The customer can choose between carrying the unpacked car or carrying the transparent hood closed.
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Customizable 4-Hour Private Tour of Madrid with hotel pick up and drop off
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Feel like Spanish royalty thanks to this private, customizable, 4-hour tour of Madrid aboard a chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle. Travel through Madrid in style, picking and choosing the sights that best match your unique interests. Among the attractions you might select are the medieval neighborhood of Barrio of la Morería, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium (home of Real Madrid) or the city bullfighting ring at Las Ventas. Your private guide and vehicle, plus skip-the-line entrance to one monument and round-trip hotel transport, are covered.
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Private 8-hour Walking Tour of Madrid (Prado & Royal Palace tickets) w/ pick up
Maximize your time in Madrid with a private guide and a personalized tour that lets you explore the city at your own pace. Wander around the historic Puerta del Sol neighborhood, browse the shops along Gran Via, and peek inside the lavish Royal Palace. Stop along the way to tuck into some traditional tapas (own expense) and take photos of the city’s many landmarks, then end the tour with a visit to the Prado Museum.
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Haunted Madrid:The truth behind the legends.
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Get off the beaten path with this alternative walking tour of Madrid, focused on the city's myths and legends. Travel with a small group of just 10 people or fewer who are also interested in the ghost stories and paranormal tales of Madrid. Stop by streets, hospitals, and other buildings reputed to be haunted, walking from Puerta del Sol to Plaza Mayor.
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Madrid Panoramic Tour by Double-Decker bus
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Get an in-depth view of Madrid in a limited time on this city tour. In the company of a multilingual guide and equipped with a multilingual sound system, learn about the city’s history. Visit highlights that include Puerta del Sol, Gran Vía, Plaza de la Cibeles, Paseo del Arte, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and more.
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Walking tour Madrid Tonight! and Flamenco show
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To experience evening in Madrid is to see the city come to life—the streets bustling, the buildings spectacularly lit. Experience a vibrant evening in Madrid on this guided, nighttime walking tour. Visit Madrid's top sights, including the Paseo del Prado, Retiro Park, and Puerta del Sol. Along the way, listen as your guide uncovers the history of the historic city. End your evening with a traditional flamenco dance show at Torres Bermejas, complete with wine.
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Madrid Panoramic Tour with Royal Palace Entrance Ticket
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Discover the spectacular sights of Spain’s vibrant capital on a 2.5-hour coach tour of Madrid. From the comfort of a luxury coach, gaze at arresting landmarks like Real Madrid football stadium, Calle Mayor and Palacio de la Zarzuela, the largest palace in Europe. Stop at the Hard Rock Café for a refreshing beverage and gain valuable insight into the rich history and culture of Madrid from your expert guide.
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Madrid Party Pubcrawl Tour & Club
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Mingle with fellow travelers as you soak up Madrid's famous nightlife during this bar and club crawl. Enjoy free tequila shots and a complimentary sangria at four different bars, plus VIP entry to a club in trendy Gran Via. Other activities include games, a limbo contest, karaoke, and the chance to win extra prizes.
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Madrid at Night Bike Guided Tour
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See another side of Madrid on this enchanting, 2-hour night tour by bike. Pedal through historic streets and squares after the sun goes down and the city takes on an atmospheric glow. See illuminated landmarks like the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Retiro Park, and cruise down lesser-known side streets for a local perspective on Madrid after dark.
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Madrid Walking Tour at Night with Optional Flamenco Show
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The sun that constantly shines on Madrid can make daytime exploring an exhausting endeavor. This 4-hour evening tour allows you to stay cool and see Madrid’s sights illuminated by night. Tick off highlights such as the Royal Palace (Palacio Real), Plaza Mayor and Gran Via, and receive recommendations for popular nightlife destinations. Small-group tour, limited to 15 people.
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8-Day Spain Tour from Madrid: Cordoba, Seville, Ronda, Costa del Sol, Granada and Toledo
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Enhance your sightseeing experience of Spain’s rich Andalusia region and the medieval city of Toledo on an 8-day tour of Spain from Madrid. Visit an impressive array of UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites as you explore the diverse country; delve into the richly decorated chambers of Granada’s Alhambra complex on a guided tour; relish the powdery sands of the Costa del Sol’s beaches; and observe a cosmopolitan combination of cultures in Toledo, a medieval walled city boasting a remarkable architectural tableau. Stay in 3- or 4-star accommodation for seven nights and enjoy informative guided tours and transportation by luxury coach.
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Private Half Day City Tour in Madrid with Private driver & guide Hotel pick up
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Get the royal treatment as you explore Madrid on this 4-hour city tour with a private luxury vehicle and included chauffeur. Travel in style as you sightsee on your own terms, customizing your day’s itinerary to meet your needs. You might learn about Madrid’s medieval heritage in the Barrio de la Morería, admire the elegant Royal Palace or discover Madrid’s famous bullring. Use your day as you see fit! A private guide, driver and luxury vehicle, plus round-trip hotel transport are covered.
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Panoramic Madrid Sightseeing Tour and Toledo Half-Day Trip from Madrid
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Combine two incredible tours and save money with the Madrid Super Saver tour; delve into the medieval myriad of Toledo, a treasure trove replete with El Greco artworks and ancient architecture, and discover the best of Madrid on a panoramic sightseeing tour. In the morning, see Madrid's spectacular sights on a comfortable coach. Pass by Gran Via and the Castellana and see Plaza de España and Puerta de Alcala. Then head to Toledo in the afternoon to stroll along the cobbled streets and hear of the city’s rich history from your guide. Your tour will conclude with drop-off back in Madrid.
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Madrid Panoramic Tour with Museo del Prado
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Enhance your sightseeing experience of Madrid on a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Spanish capital’s cultural and architectural highlights. Select between a morning and afternoon departure, and then embark on a panoramic coach tour with a guide. See prominent landmarks like Puerta del Sol, Plaza de España and Real Madrid FC’s football stadium. Stop at Madrid’s atmospheric Hard Rock Café for refreshment and gain free admission to the globally renowned Museo del Prado after your sightseeing tour concludes.
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Private Group Walking Tour: Secrets of Madrid
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Feel like a true Madrileño (Madrid resident) during this 3-hour private walking tour covering the city’s top sights and hidden secrets. Relive the 16th through 19th centuries as you learn about Madrid’s royal Habsburg and Bourbon families, discovering the secret history and fascinating anecdotes of these dynasties. As you walk, you’ll visit the Plaza Oriente, the Royal Palace, Cibeles Square, San Miguel food market and tour the architecture of Gran Vía. A professional art historian guide, plus hotel pick-up and drop-off are covered.
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Exclusive Madrid Panoramic Tour
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Take the hassle out of planning your own route from scratch, while still enjoying the flexibility to customize the itinerary to your tastes and interests during this private half-day excursion around the Spanish capital. Then, relax as your professional driver takes you around Madrid in a luxury vehicle, maximizing your time in the city.
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Madrid Sightseeing Bus Tour With Optional Bernabeu Stadium Visit
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See the highlights of magnificent Madrid on a 2.5-hour bus tour of the city’s most important plazas, monuments, buildings, and boulevards. Learn fascinating facts with onboard commentary, and see landmarks old and new, from the historic quarters of the Hapsburgs and Borbón royal families to more modern sections. Explore the Santiago Bernabeu stadium (home to Real Madrid) and upgrade to include a tour of the stadium or a cable car ride boasting panoramic city views.
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Madrid Panoramic Tour with Museo Reina Sofia Entrance Ticket
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Add some modern art to your Madrid sightseeing trip thanks to this flexible-length bus tour and admission ticket to the Reina Sofia Museum. Immerse yourself in Madrid’s history and its future as you discover landmarks such as the Plaza de España, Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, and more. Then enjoy skip-the-line access to the Reina Sofia’s unparalleled collection of masterworks, including Picasso’s ‘Guernica' and works by Salvador Dalí, Joan Miró, and Juan Gris.
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Private Guided Half Day City Tour in Madrid with Public Transportation
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Madrid Private Walking Tour: Very Best of City Center
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Explore Madrid’s historic city center at your own pace and style with a private, 4-hour walking tour. Learn about the city’s medieval and modern history from your knowledgeable guide as you explore iconic sights like Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and historic Hapsburg buildings. The itinerary can be customized to suit your interests and preferences, while a private guide provides personalized attention throughout the half-day journey.
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