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Private tour in Madrid Fernando A
Blood, Secrets and Shadows: Old Madrid’s Dark History
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Hello, my name is Fernando, I was born and raised in Madrid and I have always been passionate about history and art. That is why almost ten years ago I decided to become a guide, to be able to share my love for Madrid with the whole world. Cultural visits are my favorite to offer, but of course, I also love showing the gastronomic culture of my city to everyone. I am passionate about meeting people from all over the world and that is why I am always studying new languages. I also travel as much as I can to get to know other places and cultures. I look forward to helping you find the perfect experience during your stay in Madrid. If you have any questions or want to adapt my visits to your personal needs, do not hesitate to ask me. I love creating new experiences! - Certified official tour guide - Graduated Tour Guide by the Superior School of Tourism in Madrid - Certificate in Advanced English by Cambridge University I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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Murders, ghosts and unsolved crimes of the old town
Overview of your Madrid tour
Step into the darker side of Madrid’s past. On this walking tour through the old city, we explore real historical crimes that once shocked Madrid, alongside ancient legends, ghost stories, and chilling tales of witchcraft. From shadowy streets to historic squares, you’ll discover how fear, superstition, justice and power shaped daily life in Old Madrid. This tour is based on documented events and local history, enriched with traditional legends passed down through the centuries. A fascinating journey where fact and folklore intertwine, revealing the city’s most mysterious and unsettling stories.
Your Madrid tour itinerary
We will meet next to the kilometer zero plaque at Puerta del Sol and we'll walk through the old town while unravelling all the mysteries of the area: - The bear and the tree - Jose Canalejas murder - The murder of the Count of Villamediana - The "tooth fairy's" house - Room 126 at Posada del Peine hotel - Cirilo, the ghost of Plaza Mayor - The executions of the Spanish Inquisition - The Priest Merino, the man who tried to kill a queen - The hidden secret of Phillip III's statue - The bibles' witch - Ocno Bianor's legend - San Pedro the Old church's tower
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Type: Walking
No transportation included. If you want me to include transportation from your hotel in a private taxi, please ask me, I can add it
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7 Puerta del Sol, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, 28013, Spain
We can meet at your hotel at the old town or next to the kilometer 0 plaque in Puerta del Sol, 7 Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/atorD2xWRGziQUeg6
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