Madrid

Madrids Literary District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Madrid, Spain
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Overview
Duration
1h 30min
Languages
English, English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect

The charming Huertas area has been Madrid’s literary hub ever since 1583. On this walking tour through Barrio de las Letras (known as the Literary Quarter), you’ll find out how writers shaped the city, from the Golden Age (Siglo de Oro) up to the present day.

You’ll stroll through the district’s quaint streets to see where a world-weary Cervantes settled to pen Don Quijote, just down the road from his greatest frenemy, Lope de Vega. You'll also see where, centuries later during the Spanish Civil War, Hemingway whet his whistle in bars like La Venencia and Ceveceria Alemana.

The tour ends at El Angel del Jardin, a picturesque garden and florist that’s haunted by the lively spirits of the neighbourhood’s long-dead writers.

On this leisurely 60-minute walk through Barrio de las Letras, Madrid’s literary district, you'll find out how the area, the city and the country were shaped by some of the world’s greatest writers.

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Important info

Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What's included
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Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it. Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. App for Android and iOS. Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour. Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
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What's not included
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Smartphone and headphones. Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route. Food and drink. Transportation
Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Meeting Point

This tour starts at Teatro Espanol. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.