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Free audio walking tours of Madrid
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Madrid, Spain, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Madrid Express
Plaza Mayor, Sol and Royal Palace in 1 hour
- Plaza MayorWelcome to Plaza Mayor, the beating heart of Habsburg Madrid. This vast rectangular esplanade, inaugurated in 1619 during the reign of Philip III—whose equestrian statue stands at the center—has witnessed everything from bullfights and markets to Inquisition trials and royal coronations.
- Puerta del SolThis is Puerta del Sol, the true nerve center of Madrid and all of Spain. It is home to 'Kilometer Zero', the starting point for all of the country's radial roads.
- Royal PalaceWelcome to the Royal Palace of Madrid, Western Europe's largest royal residence by floor area. Built in the 18th century on the site of a former Moorish fortress, this Baroque and Neoclassical palace was the official residence of Spanish kings from Philip V to Alfonso XIII.
Madrid Classics
From Sol to Prado and Retiro Park
- Plaza MayorWelcome to Plaza Mayor, the beating heart of Habsburg Madrid. This vast rectangular esplanade, inaugurated in 1619 during the reign of Philip III—whose equestrian statue stands at the center—has witnessed everything from bullfights and markets to Inquisition trials and royal coronations.
- Puerta del SolThis is Puerta del Sol, the true nerve center of Madrid and all of Spain. It is home to 'Kilometer Zero', the starting point for all of the country's radial roads.
- Prado MuseumWelcome to the Prado Museum, one of the world's greatest sanctuaries of art. Opened in 1819, it houses the former Spanish Royal Collection, offering a unique panorama of European painting from the 12th to the 19th centuries.
- Retiro ParkWelcome to Retiro Park, Madrid's 'green lung', designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Formerly a private garden for Spanish monarchs in the 17th century, this 125-hectary space became a public park in the late 19th century.
- Plaza de CibelesThis is Plaza de Cibeles, one of Madrid's most iconic and photogenic squares. At its center stands the magnificent Cibeles Fountain, sculpted in the 18th century, depicting the goddess of nature on a chariot pulled by two lions.
Complete Madrid
The ultimate Madrid tour
- Plaza MayorWelcome to Plaza Mayor, the beating heart of Habsburg Madrid. This vast rectangular esplanade, inaugurated in 1619 during the reign of Philip III—whose equestrian statue stands at the center—has witnessed everything from bullfights and markets to Inquisition trials and royal coronations.
- Puerta del SolThis is Puerta del Sol, the true nerve center of Madrid and all of Spain. It is home to 'Kilometer Zero', the starting point for all of the country's radial roads.
- Almudena CathedralThis is the Almudena Cathedral, Madrid's primary religious building. Its construction was only completed in 1993 after more than a century of work, explaining its unique blend of styles: Neo-Gothic inside, Neoclassical outside to harmonize with the neighboring Royal Palace, and a Neo-Romanesque crypt.
- Royal PalaceWelcome to the Royal Palace of Madrid, Western Europe's largest royal residence by floor area. Built in the 18th century on the site of a former Moorish fortress, this Baroque and Neoclassical palace was the official residence of Spanish kings from Philip V to Alfonso XIII.
- Prado MuseumWelcome to the Prado Museum, one of the world's greatest sanctuaries of art. Opened in 1819, it houses the former Spanish Royal Collection, offering a unique panorama of European painting from the 12th to the 19th centuries.
- Crystal PalaceYou are admiring the Crystal Palace, the most romantic architectural feature of Retiro Park. Erected in 1887 for the Philippine Islands Flora Exhibition, this elegant iron and glass structure was designed by Ricardo Velázquez Bosco, modeled after London's Crystal Palace.
- Gran VíaWelcome to Gran Vía, 'Madrid's Broadway' and the most famous avenue in Spain. Carved out between 1910 and 1931 to modernize the historic center, this majestic artery is a showcase for early 20th-century architecture, blending French, Viennese, and American styles.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Madrid?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Madrid: Madrid Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Madrid Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete Madrid (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Madrid audio tours visit?
- Stops include Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Retiro Park, Plaza de Cibeles, Almudena Cathedral, Crystal Palace, Gran Vía.
- How long does a walking tour of Madrid take?
- The Madrid tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Madrid?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.
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