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5.0
157 reviews

Off the Beaten Track in Madrid: Chueca Tour

Eva - your best friend in Spain
Julián  - The Wine Loving Historian

Our locals for this tour

Eva, Julián & 4 other locals

Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Madrid. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Chueca where you’ll experience a different Madrid, like a local with a local by your side!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Madrid

  • Category

    City highlight tours

  • Duration

    2.5 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Español • Русский • Deutsch • Italiano

  • What's included

    Private Guide

Here’s an overview of your tour

Forget about Madrid as you know it; there’s more than meets the eye if you follow the less touristy road. Welcome to the incredible Chueca!

During this private city tour, your host will take you to explore the hippest streets around the city and alternative spots known only by locals. Dive in the local lifestyle while embracing the local culture with the many treasures along the way, from street art, architectural gems, hangout spots, and historical spots representative of the area.

Follow your local host through Chueca - this is their playground, and know it like the back of their hand! See Mercado San Anton, Plaza del dos de Mayo and more of this authentic side of Madrid. Each of the hosts in this tour will offer a different perspective on the area you’ll visit, based on their expertise and interests.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each one with a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their city your city!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Cervecería Santa Bárbara
  • Off the Beaten Track

    Done with the main highlights of Madrid? Check out Chueca. Explore a lesser-known part of the city that will give you a more authentic feel of Madrid. Check out Mercado San Anton, Plaza del dos de Mayo and more!
  • The Real Deal

    Let a local expert in the area you’ll visit show you their Madrid from a different perspective - away from the tourist traps. See street art, cultural hot spots, local vendors, hangout spots, and historical gems, and embrace the vibe!
  • Personalized Recommendations

    Want to explore more of the area after the tour? Your host is happy to recommend their favorite eateries and where to take a break while wandering in this vibrant area
  • Unique Plan

    Depending on your host, this tour will be experienced based on their knowledge, passion, and expertise. Pick a host that matches your interests and see their city through their eyes!
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?

Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

  • Eva - your best friend in Spain

    Eva

    your best friend in Spain

    Eva
    4.5
    17 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español • Русский
  • Julián  - The Wine Loving Historian

    Julián

    The Wine Loving Historian

    Julián
    5.0
    117 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español
  • María Augusta - The Artsy Storyteller

    María Augusta

    The Artsy Storyteller

    María Augusta
    5.0
    174 reviews
    I speak
    Español • English
  • Mateo  - Mateo the music nerd

    Mateo

    Mateo the music nerd

    Mateo
    4.6
    28 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español
  • Julio César - The dancing and adventure photographer

    Julio César

    The dancing and adventure photographer

    Julio César
    4.9
    111 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español
  • Patricia  - Full of  life storyteller

    Patricia

    Full of life storyteller

    Patricia
    4.6
    107 reviews
    I speak
    English • Deutsch • Español • Italiano

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Wear comfortable shoes for walking
  • Included

    • Private Guide
  • Not included

    • Entrance to attractions
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
157 reviews
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    About local María Augusta
    5.0

    Thoughtful and Extremely Enjoyable!

    "Our tour with Maria was pretty much everything I was hoping it would be (and what I've now come to expect with withlocals!). Our group was two couples (4 people) and Maria was extremely engaging with...

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    About local Eva
    5.0

    Eva was a sheer delight

    "I would highly recommend Eva to take you around Madrid. She took me to places the locals would only go and she wowed me with her knowledge, her enthusiasm and her love for Madrid and travel in genera...

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    About local Patricia
    5.0

    Very insightful tour

    "We fully enjoyed the tour with Patricia. She is very knoledgable and gave us interesting excplanations during the well chosen route. All her tips for restaurants were excellent. Her German is very go...

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Questions?

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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  • What payment methods are available?
    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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Julián  - The Wine Loving Historian
María Augusta - The Artsy Storyteller
Patricia  - Full of  life storyteller

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Julián, María Augusta & 4 other locals

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