The 8 Best Retiro Park Tours in Madrid

1.Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,285 reviews · 2 hours 25 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Follow an English-speaking guide from Puerta del Sol through Calle de Alcalá, Gran Vía, Cibeles, and Puerta de Alcalá to Retiro Park. Guides such as Edu, Melissa, Rambo, and Maikel use stories, photos, humor, and sometimes music to bring Madrid’s past to life. Plan for about 2 hours 25 minutes and a tip at the end.

“Great tour, BUT be aware that although the tour operator advertises this as a ‘free tour’ the guide specifically asks for a tip of of €15 per person”

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2.Iconic Retiro Park Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 848 reviews · 1 hour · from $40

Ride a Segway through Retiro Park with a local guide such as Alan, Felipe, Miguel, or Philippe. After training, you’ll visit the former zoo, peacock-filled Cecilio Rodríguez Gardens, Fallen Angel, rose garden, Crystal Palace, lake, Alfonso XII monument, and the oldest tree in Madrid.

“excellent tour and great staff. the staff at Madrid Segway were really friendly and helpful. we turned up early and they were able to accommodate us. Alan the tour guide was a great laugh and had great knowledge. this was the first time I used a segway but absolutely loved it. would highly recommend this tour. Just wish it was longer.”

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3.Madrid Private Segway tour. Retiro Park – Centro Historico

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 636 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $35

Your private Segway tour takes you through Madrid’s historic center, Retiro Park, or both. After training, a local guide leads you to sights such as the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and the Prado area. Choose one, two, or three hours, with English, French, or Spanish guidance.

“If I could recommend one activity in Madrid, it would be The segway tour. Our guide Izzy was amazing! super knowledgeable about Madrid, it's history and fun facts. Izzy kept myself and my daughter safe on Madrids busy and hectic roads. It has most definitely been a highlight of our trip and we were sad when it ended. Its a perfect way to see the sights of Madrid.”

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4.Madrid Segway Private Tour in Retiro Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

Start near C. de las Huertas with an English-speaking guide such as Rafael, Rocío, Leo, or Elena. After training, ride your own Segway through Retiro Park, stopping at the Crystal Palace, lake, Parterre gardens, rose garden, and Angel Caído. The private format keeps the pace personal.

“First, driving a segway is fun and you can cover more ground in less time. Retirio park is absolutely beautiful, we were guided to all the best photo spots along with fun facts and the history of the park.”

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5.Magical and Iconic Retiro Park Segway Tour in Madrid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $41

Glide through Madrid’s Retiro Park on a one-hour, small-group Segway tour in English. Your guide trains you first, then leads you past the Crystal Palace, Big Pond, Parterre, Alfonso XII monument, and other park landmarks. Guides such as Miguel, Alan, and Felipe are known for patient instruction and lively stories.

“Very fun and beautiful ride through the park with a little history thrown in. Great break from all the walking around the city. Love how u can cover so much ground.”

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6.Retiro Park 1.5-Hour Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 243 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Start at the local office with hands-on Segway training, then ride through Madrid’s Literary Quarter to the Prado, Jerónimos Church, Retiro Park, and landmarks including Puerta de Alcalá and Cibeles Palace. Guides such as Juan, Jacob, David, and Oscar tailor the pace to your group.

“This was a great tour. So much fun, very easy to learn.”

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7.1.5-Hour Retiro Park Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 198 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $10Best value

Spend 90 minutes walking through Retiro Park with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide. Expect the lake, Alfonso XII monument, Crystal Palace, Philip IV Gate, gardens, and lesser-known corners, with guides such as Amanda, Benny, and Benito bringing Madrid’s past to life.

“Our guide was great! We would highly recommend her.”

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8.Private Photoshoot at the Retiro Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 15 - 45 minutes

Meet a professional photographer in Madrid’s Retiro Park for a 15 to 45-minute private session among fountains, gardens, monuments, and the lake. Photographers such as Eugenia, Josemi, Paula, and Tatiana guide your poses, select and edit your best images, then send a download link within 48 hours.

“Annabelle was really nice. It felt awkward getting my pictures taken and I felt a little nervous beforehand but she made me feel at ease. We had a great conversation too. I would definitely recommend this activity to anyone who would love to get some great pics taken of them! Thanks Annabelle!”

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