Enjoy this half-day walking tour of Madrid during which you’ll see many of the Renaissance and Baroque-style buildings from the important Hapsburgs’ era of the 16th and 17th centuries, and visit one of the most magnificent and best preserved palaces in Europe – the Royal Palace! Learn more about the Hapsburg dynasty which reigned in Spain from the time of Charles I. During this period, the city grew so rich with palaces and monuments that it was declared the capital of the country. This walking tour through the buildings of the era offers one of the most representative and picturesque tours of the city available. Enjoy a complementary café con leche at a traditional café before moving on to your next destination – Madrid’s Palacio Real. Inspired by the ancient Baroque Italian style fortress of the Habsburg, the XVIII century Royal Palace is considered one of the most beautiful and best preserved palaces in Europe. Spend time taking in the lavish interior of this beautiful building which remained as the official royal residence of the Spanish monarchy until 1931. Please Note: The tour itinerary is subject to change due to the Official Acts to be celebrated in the Palace. Tour Information Tour Availability: Daily. Meeting Time: Please be at meeting point at least 15mins before departure time to exchange your voucher. Departure Time: 10am. Duration: Approx. 3.30hrs. Times are approximate and subject to change. Departure/Arrival Point: San Nicolas street nº15 (corner with Plaza de Ramales). Please arrive 15 mins before departure time. Please find below a link to a map of the meeting point; http://www.attractionworld.com/pdf/Map-Julia-Travel-Madrid-San-Nicolas.pdf  Tour Inclusions: Multilingual official guide. Break at an emblematic Cafe during the tour. Entrance and guided tour of the Royal Palace. Individual Radioguided system. Tour Exclusions: Food and additional beverages. Transportation.  Any other services not specified above. Please Note: Minimum of 2 people required for this tour. ID may be required by all passengers. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Royal Palace visitors are not permitted to take photos or film inside the exhibitions. When you’ve Booked: You’ll receive an initial confirmation from us immediately. We will then send your booking details to the supplier within 48 hours to request confirmation. Once they confirm that your requested date and ticket is available, we will email your confirmation which will include the local operator’s contact details and any relevant information.