Add dates

Things to do in
Salamanca District

Our most recommended things to do in Salamanca District

Madrid: 24 or 48 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

1. Madrid: 24 or 48 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Take some time getting to know Madrid while riding through the city aboard an open-top double-decker bus. With one ticket, you will be able to hop on and off the bus all day along the route of your choice, or change to another, admiring the architectural and cultural magnificence of Madrid. Commentary is available via a headphones audio system in 14 different languages. Route 1 • Museo del Prado • Puerta de Alcalá • Barrio de Salamanca • Plaza de Colón • Plaza de Cibeles • Gran Vía, 14 • Gran Vía, 30 • Gran Vía, 54 • Plaza de España • Templo de Debod • Puerta de San Vicente • Puerta de Toledo • Gran Vía de San Francisco • Colegiata Mayor • Atocha 116 • Jardín Botánico de Madrid • Museo del Prado Route 2 • Plaza Neptuno • Plaza de Cibeles • Plaza de Colón • Museo Esculturas • Museo de Ciencias Naturales • Nuevos Ministerios • Santiago Bernabéu • C.S.I. Científicas • Museo Lázaro Galdiano • Serrano 61 • Serrano, 66 • Museo Arqueológico • Puerta de Alcalá • Alcalá 25 • Puerta del Sol • Plaza de las Cortes • Plaza de Neptuno High Season: March to October 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Low Season: November to February 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Madrid: Private City Tour by Electric Tuk Tuk

2. Madrid: Private City Tour by Electric Tuk Tuk

Embark on an electric tuk-tuk tour of Madrid and discover some of the main monuments of the city. Enjoy the perfect introduction to Madrid as your guide recommends places to visit during your stay. Admire the exterior of some of Madrid's most iconic landmarks including the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. Ride through the charming neighborhoods of Las Letras and Retiro and see the House of Cervantes and the Church of Los Jerónimos. See the Palacio de las Cortes, the Puerta de Alcalá, and the facades of the museums of Paseo del Prado on this fun and exciting adventure through the city.

Madrid: Las Ventas Bullring and Museum Tour with Audio Guide

3. Madrid: Las Ventas Bullring and Museum Tour with Audio Guide

With over 80 years of history, the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas is one of Madrid's most important monuments. Tour Spain's largest bullring, experiencing how it feels to be the bullfighter, the bull, and amongst the onlooking crowds enveloped by the immense Neo-Mudéjar structure. Designed by José Espeliú, the Plaza de Toros was built in 1929 to accommodate the rising status of the country's national passion, and attracted some of the best bullfighters in history as well as celebrated personalities and luminaries into the stands. Fans included Ernest Hemingway, Ava Gardner, Pablo Picasso, Jean Cocteau, Greta Garbo, Orson Welles, and Sophia Loren. At under an hour, the tour provides an easy fit into even the busiest of holiday schedules, and offers a fascinating overview into one of Madrid's cultural and social pillars.

Madrid: Sweet Space Museum Entry Ticket

4. Madrid: Sweet Space Museum Entry Ticket

Get an entry ticket to the colorful Sweet Space Museum in Madrid. Discover a journey into the imagination that unites the traditional concept of art and the new digital trends to create a unique space full of experiences and lots of fun.  Discover a world of pure imagination. Access all 10 interactive rooms in this museum, that's full of sweets.   Smell, touch, and of course, taste everything from candy floss palm trees to an ice-cream lab. Enjoy a serial experience that will awaken all your senses, especially your taste buds.  Walk around and be sure to take a selfie at the lollipop waterfall; this is a photo sure to get you lots of Instagram likes.  Stimulate your senses in unexpected ways in this museum that showcases a kaleidoscope of unique art. See work from Spain's most creative and colorful artists, such as fashion designer Ágatha Ruiz de la Prada.  Be transported to a magical land full of sweets. Experience an unforgettable day out for all the family that will take over your Imaginarium. 

Madrid: 3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour (with E-bike Option)

5. Madrid: 3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour (with E-bike Option)

Children from 7 years and older can attend this tour with a regular bike. Also child seats up to 22 kg weight are available. Cruise through Madrid on this guided bike tour as you take in many of the city's highlights. Ride on convenient cycle paths, in pedestrian zones, and through parks so you won't have to navigate traffic. Have the option to finish your tour with tapas and a refreshing beverage.  Start your tour with a short explanation about how to safely ride your bike. Make your way to Plaza de Oriente and hear the stories about the creation of the statue of Filip IV, the Royal Palace, the Cathedral, and the San Nicolas Church. Admire the some of the oldest buildings in the city at the Plaza de la Villa and absorb the bustle of the Mercado San Miguel. Pass through the grand squares of Plaza Mayor and Santa Ana, before viewing the living wall of the Caixa Forum museum.  Pass the Prado Museum, Retiro Park, and Puerta de Alcalá before making your way to Puerta del Sol. Add to your experience by selecting the tapas option and enjoy 3 pinchos and a drink and the end of your tour.

Madrid: Panoramic Open-Top Bus Day or Night Tour with Guide

6. Madrid: Panoramic Open-Top Bus Day or Night Tour with Guide

Experience Madrid's electric energy and vibrant culture by day or night on an open-top panoramic sightseeing bus tour. Learn about the rich history of the city with an onboard guide, and admire Madrid's sights, including the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, and more.  After boarding the bus, head through the heart of Madrid to see iconic cultural spots like the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums. Feast your eyes on the city's most beautiful buildings, such as Palacio de Cibeles, Estación de Atocha, Edificio Metrópolis, and Catedral de la Almudena. In this immersive, al-fresco experience, you'll feel the warm Spanish breeze on your skin and enjoy the city's buzzing atmosphere like never before. Admire lush parks like the Reales Jardines Botánicos and Parque de Atenas. Listen to your guide's bilingual commentary, and learn about Madrid's rich history and cultural importance. There has never been an easier way to discover Madrid's beauty and charm.

Madrid: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Live Guide

7. Madrid: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Live Guide

Experience the electric energy and vibrant culture of Madrid on a Big Bus hop-on, hop-off, open-top sightseeing tour. Sit back and relax as your live guide explains the history behind famous sights like the Royal Palace, Biblioteca Nacional, Puerta de Alcalá, and many more. Travel through the heart of Madrid, and admire iconic cultural landmarks like the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. See lush parks like the Reales Jardines Botánicos and Parque de Atenas. Feast your eyes on the city's most beautiful buildings such as Palacio de Cibeles, Estación de Atocha, and Catedral de la Almudena. Feel the warm Spanish sun on your skin and enjoy the city's buzzing atmosphere like never before. Enjoy your professional guide's commentary and learn about Madrid's rich history and cultural importance. For a different perspective on the city, you can also choose to take the tour at night time, to enjoy the sights of the city illuminated for the evening.

Madrid: Wax Museum Entry Ticket

8. Madrid: Wax Museum Entry Ticket

Brush shoulders with some of the most important figures in history, and mingle with the famous faces of today's pop culture, this timed entry ticket to the Wax Museum Madrid. Capture selfies and have fun posing with these incredible wax creations. See recreations of iconic scenes and environments from major events and historic time periods that help you to learn about the central characters and storylines of Spanish and world history. Behold the might of the Roman Empire, pay homage to the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, hang out with the legendary explorer Christopher Columbus, the first figure created for the opening of the Wax Museum in 1972. Marvel at a miniature bullring, and meet the heroes of Star Wars and the current Spanish royal family. Share your thoughts with the wax figure of Donald Trump. View lifelike recreations of the world's best athletes and music stars. All are possible at the Wax Museum Madrid! Discover the artistic process of these handmade figures that require a rigorous attention to detail. Learn about how these creations are made over the course of a 6-month process.

Madrid: City Highlights Guided Vintage Bike Tour

9. Madrid: City Highlights Guided Vintage Bike Tour

"Experience Madrid in the most immersive way possible by exploring its iconic and essential places. Our tour takes you on a journey through the city's stories, legends, and emblematic corners on comfortable vintage bicycles, making it easy and adding a touch of adventure to reach even the most distant places. In only 3 hours you will become a madrilenian. Visit : Caixa Forum & art triangle Prado Museum & San Jeronimo la real church Retiro Park & retiro Palace Alcalá's Gate & Gran Vía Sun's Gate & the Bear and the Madroño Tree Real Palace & Orient Gardens Plaza de la Villa & Old Madrid Plaza Mayor Literary Quarter & house of Miguel de Cervantes

Madrid: City Highlights Tuk Tuk Tour

10. Madrid: City Highlights Tuk Tuk Tour

Explore Madrid from the comfort of a tuk-tuk on a guided tour. Experience some of the city’s most popular sights and learn about each one from your driver tour guide. Choose from a 1, 1.5, or 2-hour tour. Enjoy the convenience of a hotel pickup and head to the Los Jeronimos neighborhood to begin your private Madrid sightseeing tour. From here, make your way past the emblematic Retiro Park, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the Puerta de Alcalá, Paseo del Prado, the Royal Palace, and more, making stops along the way to take in each of the attractions. 

All activities

61 activities found
Sort by:

Frequently asked questions about Salamanca District

Other Sightseeing Options in Salamanca District

Want to discover all there is to do in Salamanca District? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about Salamanca District

Overall rating

4.2
(4,104 reviews)

Had a blast, even on a wet day. Good people, quality cycles and a great guide, thanks Gabriel for a fun and informative ride!

On time, and it exactly matches what the brochure mentioned... waiting with our name when we leave the airport.

very nice Tour to see the most important places and learn about the history of Madrid in just 3 hours.

Nice course of the route! Buses should run more often to the bullring and Plaza Castille.

Laura was a brilliant guide and so funny and knowledgeable. No faults at all!