Cibeles Palace and El Retiro Park walking tour
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Book this Cibeles Palace and El Retiro Park walking tour and get to know two of Madrid's best landmarks.
Discover two of the most important and famous landmarks of Madrid in the same day. You will start the walking tour with a visit to the Cibeles Palace.
Highlights
- Get to know the interior of the old Madrid Post Office building and contemplate the view of Madrid’s oldest street
- See the Retiro pond that was built by order of Philip IV to recreate naval battles in it
- Admire the beauty of the Crystal Palace and discover why it resembles a greenhouse
- Discover the symbolism hidden in the statue of the Fallen Angel
Description
This beautiful building, located at the intersection of Paseo del Prado and Calle Alcalá, was built in what at that time were the Jardines del Buen Retiro. Thanks to the help of the tour guide you will discover the history of this palace and visit its interior, before going to the rooftop and enjoying an incredible view of the Gran Vía, Madrid's mo...
What's Included
- Guided tour of Cibeles Palace and El Retiro park, Access to the terrace roof of the Cibeles Palace, Bilingual guide (simultaneously in English and Spanish)
- Gratuities (optional), Food and drinks, Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Important informations
- Instant confirmation see calendar Where: Plaza Cibeles, 1, 28014 Madrid, Spain Meeting point: At the main entrance of “Palacio de Cibeles” in the corner of Alcalá Street with Paseo del Prado, in front of Cibeles Fountain. It is recommended to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance. When: See calendar for exact available dates and times
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.