Unique things to do in Castile and León
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Unique things to do in Castile and León

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Traditional Seafood Paella Cooking Class
After 3 years doing the event on my private rooftop, it has become too small for me, now I have moved to Madrid city center, 2 minutes away from Puerta del Sol. Come to the best showcooking in Madrid, you will learn how to cook seafood paella and traditional sangria. We will cook in the most authentic way, all around a giant paella and we will all contribute our grain of rice, while we prepare the paella I will tell you the history, types of paellas, differences between paellas and rice dishes and forbidden ingredients for paella. We will also prepare together the delicious sangria made with more than 11 ingredients. In addition to the paella, you will taste 2 very popular tapas: -Spanish omelette (Potato omelette) -Ham toast with pantumaca (with tomato) -Coffee or tea. We will do a photo shoot and then we will send it to you so that you can have it as a souvenir, you can also take the recipes home. Why should you choose my experience? -I'm the only one who cooks paella with a ring of fire -Original sangria recipe with more than 11 ingredients -A unique and singular space in Madrid city center. -Top quality products with homemade fish fumet. -Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the experience. Other Highlights If you have any allergies or intolerances to any food, please contact us.
Discover the world of "ibérico pata negra" ham
We will learn all about iberian "pata negra" ham's world. The origin, where, and how. What makes the Iberian ham so special? How do you identify it? How is it cured and cut? These and other questions are answered as we taste ham from different curation periods and regions. I will explain you our shop history , since 1.919 , the oldest on Madrid.
Authentic&mountains&village&castle
If you want to explore an authentic and local side of Madrid absolutely different of Madrid's center full of tourist I recomend you come with me!! We will hike a minimun of 3,5 hours and visit the village and the Castle of Manzanares el Real. We can go earlier if you wish. Just tell me when you prefer! I'm never in a hurry when I'm in the mountain so the hike can be longer if you wish :) We will meet in Plaza Castilla where we will take a bus direct to mountains (45 min bus duration) We will do a beautiful mountain hike in the National Park following the river and felling the beautiful mountains and landscapes. Also we will visit the village and the castle of Manzanares el Real which is a palace-fortress of late medieval origin.
Unspoiled Spain for Foodies & Nature❤️s
This is the best rated trip in Spain for good reason and so far every one of our 400 previous guests has left 5 stars! Toledo & Segovia are beautiful but you came to Spain to have a tourist experience, or a 5-star life long memory of Unspoiled Spain? Day trip for nature lovers and foodies, transport (from pick up point) included. Visit our totally unspoiled Spanish village and enjoy natural locally sourced produce in a spectacular beautiful environment. The icing on the cake of your vacation in Spain. A special treat to yourself or a loved one, for birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, in small groups. Informative, but without endless tour guide announcements in small group We welcome you into our beautiful house built into the walls of a Moorish Castle constructed between 900 to 1000AD. I lead you to our private Castle escape tunnels under our property. Honest farm to table foods: 1) Bread /cakes from an old village bakery 2) Manchego Cheeses, local honey, virgen olive oils 3) Organic meats which change season to season (veg/ vegan options on request) 4) Wines, after lunch coffee, selection of Spanish liqueurs Also: 1) Walk in the olive groves & along the River Tagus 2) Visit the planes of Spain 3) Time to yourselves in the countryside 4) Explore the village, Moorish Castle & private castle tunnels visit We go above & beyond your expectations. Treat yourselves.
Architecture Tour Gran Vía and its rooftops with the best views of Madrid
We propose you learning something else about Gran Vía and surroundings from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since it was conceived more than 100 years ago until its recent last reform. We will start on the rooftop of the Círculo de Bellas Artes, projected by Antonio Palacios, where you will enjoy the best views of the city. Besides, we will know the history of other buildings such as the new headquarters of the City Hall or the Cervantes Institute, Torres Blancas or Colón Towers. After going down the impressive staircase of the Círculo de Bellas Artes and visiting the building inside, we will start walking the first stretch of Gran Vía, stopping at Loewe, the luxury brand where Ava Gardner bought his exclusive bags before going to celebrate the premiere of his films at Museo Chicote with a cocktail together with bullfighters like Luis Miguel Dominguín, as Almodovar has done later in the 80`s. We will visit the Telefónica Building, the first Madrid skyscraper, whose cultural Foundation we will access together. We will continue the journey through the second section of Gran Vía, knowing the old Paris-Madrid Mall, the first luxury shopping center in Madrid. Later we will remember the missing Hotel Florida in Callao where Ernest Hemingway shared nights with international correspondents covering the Spanish Civil War. From here you will enjoy the views of the third section of Gran Vía with its cinemas and musical theaters that we will walk together to Plaza de España where we will finish at the last rooftop. A secret corner where we will have a drink while I tell you the project that will change this square with the Casa de Campo, Sabatini Gardens and the Royal Palace in the background. Access to the first rooftop is not included +5€. It is offered as an option to finish the tour on the rooftop of the Hotel Riu on the 27th floor with amazing views. Access MON-FRI +5€ till 5pm (no queue) +10€from 5pm (queue of 20-30min). SAT-SUN-BANK HOLIDAYS +10€ ALL DAY (queues in the afternoon-evening) I offer other rooftops at the end of the architous without paying an entrance (afternoons of week days and all weekend) You can grab a drink on the rooftops where we will stop at the beginning or at the end of the architour

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Free Tour Madrid Essential
The best way to get to know a city is with a FREE TOUR or walking and getting lost in its streets, but sometimes you can go through amazing places with cute anecdotes and not notice, that's why we created this route. **IMPORTANT** (2 people maximum per booking) If your group has more people, they can come but **contact me first** Welcome to the FREE TOUR, this means that it is FREE to join (what is paid to airbnb, it is for the reservation, not the cost of the tour), so you with your tip decide the value of the tour, and these are the ones that keep this activity alive, we also hope you have a good time with us and recommend us, with a strong applause and a good review, which are equally important! Let us take you and show you the city we know and the city we are sure to fall in love with you. We will tour the most important places in the city center, telling you the story, anecdotes, dark and fun stories and the best tips for the rest of your stay in Madrid. Puerta del Sol (the main square) and its monuments. Km 0 Calle Arenal Madrid's Oldest Churreria Teatro Real (Opera House) Plaza Oriente Royal Palace Almudena Cathedral (Main Cathedral) Los Austrias (the oldest neighborhood) Plaza de la straw World's oldest restaurant Plaza Mayor and many more...
A trip to medieval Spain in Toledo and Segovia
We really want to make an effort so that you can feel and experience the magical traditions and stories of Spain, which is why we will always be a group of a maximum of 6 people. We won't follow the typical tour; we will be like a group of friends having fun. We will begin our experience by traveling to our first stop, the mythical city of Toledo, a Roman Carpetani settlement dating back to 193 B.C. Our immersion in Toledo's culture will start with a walk through the viewpoints offering the best panoramic views of the city. we will stroll through its magical streets, marvel at its impressive architecture ,and ascend to the largest fortress in the city. There, we will take a break so you can enjoy a leisurely and unhurried meal, as we assure you that in our adventure, the idea is for you to fully enjoy. We will continue our journey to the second destination, which will be the city of Segovia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, we will explore the best-preserved Roman aqueduct in the world, climb to its highest point, and discover one of Spain's most important medieval fortresses, the majestic Alcázar. Before we embark on our return we will stroll through Calle Real , famous for its magnificent shops where you can buy a beautiful souvenir.
⭐Meet New People & Party Tour+Disco
TOP EXPERIENCE IN MADRID WITH ALMOST 1000 HUNDRED REVIEWS! Join us in an amazing group of international people to discover the fun side of Madrid nightlife, make new friends and party! We are going to hit some of the coolest bars/pubs in the center while having a good time and getting along with others, locals and travelers, meet new people, talk, and dance like jagger, just don't stay home! Let's hop from bar to bar with tequila shots, games, discounts on drinks Everyone is welcome and the age range is wide as the nationalities involved in the experience. We will be reduced groups to make it better and safer during the current conditions. The group will be always in a safe area for girls and guys. MEETING POINT: Next to the statue of the bear and the straberry tree (Oso y el Madroño) at Puerta del Sol square, at 10:30pm. If you can't arrive on time, let me know by sending me a message. I'll try my best to let you know where we are and send you the location. Okay, now the plan is set, it's time to ride on! Dress Code: The only thing not allowed are joggers or sporty pants and t-shirts wihtout sleeves. --Short pants are allowed- Other things to note: if you can't arrive exactly at the time set, we will be there until 10:50 approx.
Secrets of Madrid
We will visit some well known sites and also hidden gems. Tours are only in language at a time. As a driving force and mirror and of the history, culture and art of Spain but also of Europe, along the tour the past will come to life. From the Muslim influence to the austere North European of the Hapsburg and the glamour of the Bourbons, the city is an enthralling mix of cultures. You will discover how a fort of the IX century became the capital of an Empire. In Madrid great stories arise in every corner. This is the city that governed more than half of America and large areas of the world, produced some of the best artists and writers of all time but also struggled with crime, a Napoleon invasion and a Civil War. Along the tour we will visit the city center and the old town through another perspective finding along the way beautiful buildings, hidden corners as meaningful details and misteries and stories that will help us understand the evolution and character of the capital. My goal is that at the end of the tour you will not only see some of the most beautiful and meaningful sites and also less well known great spots, but also understand their deep meaning and how modern Madrid is the result of a series of unexpected events, conquests, successes, catastrophes and contradictions that create a unique urbanism, heritage and culture with great impact in Western culture.
Traditional Seafood Paella Cooking Class
After 3 years doing the event on my private rooftop, it has become too small for me, now I have moved to Madrid city center, 2 minutes away from Puerta del Sol. Come to the best showcooking in Madrid, you will learn how to cook seafood paella and traditional sangria. We will cook in the most authentic way, all around a giant paella and we will all contribute our grain of rice, while we prepare the paella I will tell you the history, types of paellas, differences between paellas and rice dishes and forbidden ingredients for paella. We will also prepare together the delicious sangria made with more than 11 ingredients. In addition to the paella, you will taste 2 very popular tapas: -Spanish omelette (Potato omelette) -Ham toast with pantumaca (with tomato) -Coffee or tea. We will do a photo shoot and then we will send it to you so that you can have it as a souvenir, you can also take the recipes home. Why should you choose my experience? -I'm the only one who cooks paella with a ring of fire -Original sangria recipe with more than 11 ingredients -A unique and singular space in Madrid city center. -Top quality products with homemade fish fumet. -Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the experience. Other Highlights If you have any allergies or intolerances to any food, please contact us.
Discover Madrid's Live Music Scene
If you are an authentic music lover then you may really consider to put this experience on the top of your list! We will meet right in the center of the city to start our fantastic tour visiting some of the coolest venues with live music performances that Madrid has to offer. Depending on the night we will listen to different styles and genders. It's overwhelming to search online and find places, opinions, etc and not know exactly where to go depending on your music taste, so let me help you, showing you the secret places only known by locals. We will normally visit 3 shows at a walking distance, changes may occur, but we will find the way to have an awesome time together. I will send you a playlist with madrilenian/spanish to remember and enjoy when you get home. Let's go.. Other things to note This is an experience for ALL music lovers! You do not need to be a performer or have a background in music to enjoy! This experience is also suitable for non-alcohol drinkers.
Explore Madrid Rooftop Bars
We will start in Madrid near Plaza Espana, in the center of the city. The experience which will last around three hours, we will go to three different rooftop bars in the center of Madrid that offer amazing views of the city. From these viewpoints, you will look out over Madrids iconic monuments and neighborhoods. We will discuss some of the culture as we travel to the rooftops bars. As we travel between bars, you will learn about the best restaurants, neighborhoods, and things to do in Madrid. In addition we will be taking breathtaking photos with views of Madrid! *Drinks are not included *Sometimes the rooftop bars we attend can change
Discover the world of "ibérico pata negra" ham
We will learn all about iberian "pata negra" ham's world. The origin, where, and how. What makes the Iberian ham so special? How do you identify it? How is it cured and cut? These and other questions are answered as we taste ham from different curation periods and regions. I will explain you our shop history , since 1.919 , the oldest on Madrid.
Enjoy a game at the Bernabeu close to the players
Have you ever dreamed of experiencing the intensity of a real Real Madrid match live at the majestic Santiago Bernabéu stadium? Imagine being in the stands on the first level, so close to the players that you can feel the passion and excitement with every move. Your dream is coming true! I invite you to join me in this unique experience to live football at its finest. As a passionate football fan and a connoisseur of the game, I am excited to share with you the thrill of a Real Madrid match at their legendary home, the Santiago Bernabéu. If you would like to book this experience or have any questions about Real Madrid matches, feel free to contact me. My deep knowledge of Spanish football enables me to provide you with valuable information and assist you with anything you need (including helping you book tickets for other matches).
Toledo, Segovia and Avila, tour of three cities from Madrid
We will start soon in Madrid and travel to the city of three cultures, Toledo. During the tour I will explain to you about the main monuments of this city, the Cathedral of Toledo, the Mirador del Valle, the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes and the Bridge of San Martín. Do not miss the opportunity to explore its narrow streets, squares and gardens. In Segovia you will get to know the Aqueduct, one of the most magnificent works that the Romans left scattered throughout their vast empire. From the Cathedral, you will continue through the neighborhood of the Canonjías, until you reach the famous Alcázar, a symbol of the art and history of Spain. The last stop will be in Ávila where you will walk through its streets and corners of great heritage legacy and enjoy a wonderful view of its walls dating from the 11th century.
Explore Cuenca and a vineyard in the Spanish Tuscany
Our adventure begins in Madrid as we set off towards Cuenca. We'll pick you up in a car, ensuring a maximum group size of 6 people for a close and intimate experience. This won't be your tipical tour - we're not in a hurry and we'll set the pace from the start, creating an atmosphere akin to a group of friends enjoying a good time together. Upon arriving in the enchanting city of Cuenca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, our immersion kicks off with a hike to viewpoints. Here, we'll marvel at how the Arabs ingeniously constructed a city amidst the winding bends of the Gallen River, surrounded by rocky walls and seemingly suspended houses. Navigating throug its alleys and ascending the peaks, we'll share the city's history, captivated by its impressive medieval architecture and Muslim origins. A leisurely break will be provided for you to enjoy a relaxed meal. Our adventure is designed for your enjoyment, allowing you to savor the experience. Post-lunch we'll stroll through Alfonso VIII Street, renowned for its splendid shops where you can acquire memorable souvenirs. Before heading back, we'll make our way to a local vineyard, personally tended by its owner. He will guide us through the wine-making process, and we'll indulge in a sunset tasting amidst the pictures, in the Spanish Tuscan landscape.
Explore Toledo the medieval city and the mills of Quixote
This is an excursion for lovers of culture, history, and those who wish to spend a fun and different day. You will truly live an experience, so we will always be like a group of friends, with a maximum of 6 people. We won't rush, and we can already tell you that it won't be the typical tour. We will start our journey by traveling to the ancient city of Toledo. Our immersion in the Toledo's culture will begin at the highest point of the mountain, admiring the best panoramic views of the entire city. We will be stroll through its magical streets, admiring its impressive architecture and ascend to the imposing Alcázar. There, we will take a break so you can have a leisurely meal, as we assure you that in our adventure, the idea is for you enjoy the pleasures of local food. If you haven't fallen in love with this city yet, imagine flying over it. After lunch, we will go to the longest urban zip line in Europe to soar over the beautiful Tajo River that surrounds the entire city. Before embarking on our return, we won't let you leave the land of Don Quixote de la mancha without visiting a secret place where we will discover the windmills that inspired his work.
Prado Museum guided tour with Art Historian
Prado Museum/ Reina Sofía Museum guided tours in English or Spanish, guided by an Art History graduate. We will start our tour at the entrance of the building, with a brief explanation of history of the Museum and its collections. In the tour, I will focus on some of the main artworks and painters of the Prado (and my personal favourites): Van der Weyden, Bosch, Fra Angelico, Tiziano, El Greco, Rubens, Velázquez, Goya, etc. I will explain the backstories of the paintings, the artistic techniques employed, biographies of the artists, their historical context and their significance within the History of Art. If you request a different time slot please send me a message. Groups of 6 people max. Group discounts Tickets to the Museum not included. Also, let me know if you want to visit the Reina Sofía Museum as well
Authentic&mountains&village&castle
If you want to explore an authentic and local side of Madrid absolutely different of Madrid's center full of tourist I recomend you come with me!! We will hike a minimun of 3,5 hours and visit the village and the Castle of Manzanares el Real. We can go earlier if you wish. Just tell me when you prefer! I'm never in a hurry when I'm in the mountain so the hike can be longer if you wish :) We will meet in Plaza Castilla where we will take a bus direct to mountains (45 min bus duration) We will do a beautiful mountain hike in the National Park following the river and felling the beautiful mountains and landscapes. Also we will visit the village and the castle of Manzanares el Real which is a palace-fortress of late medieval origin.
Magnificent Madrid History Walk
We'll meet at Madrid's Plaza Mayor and stroll through the winding streets of the medieval center, visiting architectural gems and charming squares. As a specialist in Renaissance history, I'll tell you about Madrid's fascinating transition from a fortified medieval outpost to the regal capital of a global empire. We'll discuss kings, queens, writers, and local figures, giving you the context to appreciate Madrid's history and it's place in the world. I'll also share my perspective as a resident of modern Madrid - a vibrant city with a world-class scene for arts and gastronomy. Group size is limited so that everyone can comfortably chat and ask questions.