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Highlights
- See the Retiro Pond that was built by order of Philip IV to recreate naval battles in it
- Flexible itinerary adapted to your pace and interests
- Get to know the interior of the old Madrid Post Office building and contemplate the views of Madrid’s oldest street, the Gran Vía, from its rooftop
- Discover Madrid's iconic landmarks, art, and royal heritage
- Admire the beauty of the Crystal Palace and discover why it resembles a greenhouse
- Exclusive private experience tailored just for your group
- Discover the symbolism hidden in the statue of the Fallen Angel and why it is situated at 666 metres above sea level
Your Experience
The Private Tour to Retiro Park and Cibeles Palace is an exclusive and beautifully atmospheric private exploration of two of Madrid's most beloved and historically significant public landmarks — the magnificent Parque del Buen Retiro and the iconic Palacio de Cibeles — with a dedicated expert Amigo Tours guide for your group alone. The Retiro — originally a royal pleasure garden created for the Habsburg kings in the 17th century and opened to the public in the 19th century — is one of Europe's most beautiful and historically layered urban parks, its 350 acres encompassing the Crystal Palace, the monumental Alfonso XII monument overlooking the ornamental lake, rose gardens, woodland areas, and a remarkable collection of outdoor sculpture accumulated across centuries of royal and civic patronage.
The Palacio de Cibeles — the spectacular Beaux-Arts building at the heart of the Plaza de Cibeles that serves as Madrid's city hall and houses the extraordinary CentroCentro cultural space within its ornate interior — provides the private tour's most architecturally magnificent urban encounter. The guide's expert commentary covers the history of the Retiro from its origins as an exclusive royal retreat through the turbulent history of the 19th and 20th centuries that shaped its present public character, and the architectural ambitions of the Cibeles Palace and the broader Paseo del Prado urban landscape of which it forms the symbolic northern gateway.
Must Know
- Photography may be restricted inside certain attractions; always follow your guide's instructions regarding permitted areas
- Dress in layers and bring sun protection — Spanish weather can shift between cool mornings and hot afternoons, especially in summer
- Please be respectful inside churches, palaces, and monuments; modest dress covering shoulders and knees is recommended
- Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes as tours involve extended periods on foot over uneven or cobbled surfaces
- The tour involves a significant amount of walking and may not be fully accessible for guests with limited mobility or wheelchair users
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellable and Refundable
Free cancellation up to 48h before the tour starts.
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