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Cibeles Palace & Retiro Park Private Tour
From€93
2 hours
Madrid, Spain
About this activity
Discover Madrid's iconic Cibeles Palace and the serene Retiro Park on a private guided tour, exploring architectural marvels and lush gardens.
Highlights
- Explore Cibeles Palace's architecture
- Stroll through Retiro Park's gardens
- Visit the Crystal Palace
- See the Lake and Rowing Canal
- Discover the Fallen Angel Statue
Full description
Delve into Madrid's rich history and natural beauty with a private tour of the Cibeles Palace and Retiro Park. Marvel at the neoclassical architecture of Cibeles Palace, a symbol of the city's grandeur. Then, wander through the expansive Retiro Park, a green oasis featuring landmarks like the Crystal Palace and the serene Lake. This personalized experience offers an intimate glimpse into Madrid's cultural and natural treasures.
Included / Excluded
- Private guided tour of Cibeles Palace
- Visit to Retiro Park's landmarks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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You will start the walking tour with a visit to the Cibeles Palace. This beautiful building, located at the intersection of Paseo del Prado with Calle Alcalá, was built in what were then the Gardens of Buen Retiro. You will enter with the guide to know its interior.
Duration: 45 minAdmission: YES
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You will have free time to admire the wonderful views that can be admired of the city of Madrid from this viewpoint.
Duration: 20 minAdmission: YES
3
Pass by: This beautiful fountain is located next to the palace and is a symbol of Madrid and the fans of the Real Madrid Football Club, since all the important victories of the team are celebrated here.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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In the seventeenth century the Count-Duke of Olivares, devised a space for recreation of the king and his court, giving rise to the Gardens of the Good Retreat. In 1868 it became a municipal park and since then elements have been added to its heritage. The guide will show you and explain the historical context behind the park's most prominent attractions
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: This fountain is a monument of the city of Madrid, since it was formerly placed on the Gran Vía in Madrid, and it is understood that it was built to commemorate various events of Queen Elizabeth II.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: This monument is a symbolic set of sculptures of the Retiro Park, as it crowns the large pond in the park where you can take little boats to navigate the water.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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He was commanded to build by Philip IV to recreate naval battles in him.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The Velázquez Palace is located in the Retiro Park. It was built between 1881 and 1883 for the celebration of the National Mining Exhibition, held in the city between the months of May and November 1883.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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This beautiful building that resembles a greenhouse is part of the Prado Museum and sometimes exhibitions of contemporary art are held inside.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Discover the symbology that hides this statue and why it is located 666 meters above sea level
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour is conducted in English
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included
- Availability may vary; confirm your booking in advance
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for park exploration
- Bring a camera to capture architectural details
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Traveler reviews
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Cibeles Palace
Sofia was an excellent guide; friendly, considerate of our needs, and knowledgeable. Our meeting point did not coincide with the address given on the voucher. We used the “message tour company” option and received no help. We also made a phone call to Viator who claimed they had no contact information for our tour company or guide. We paid Viator and they did not help us. We wandered around until we found Sophia. She denied receiving information that we were lost. On all other tours we had in Madrid, the tour guide contacted us the previous day and supplied their personal phone number.
Patricia_KSep 30, 2025VIATOR