Discover El Retiro from a different perspective

About this event

Discover Madrid’s Retiro Park through the eyes of a historian. Discover Madrid’s Retiro Park through the eyes of a historian. During an approximately two-hour guided tour, you will explore the origins of the park, who commissioned and built it, and the purpose it originally served. You will also learn how it has evolved over the centuries alongside the history of Spain, and Madrid in particular. The tour covers key landmarks including the former Casa de Fieras (zoo), as well as the park’s most iconic buildings and monuments, uncovering their historical significance and cultural legacy. The tour will conclude at one of Madrid’s most iconic traditional taverns, offering the perfect setting to continue the conversation and immerse yourself in the city’s rich cultural atmosphere. ⸻ Comfortable footwear is recommended. Any consumption during the post-tour gathering is not included in the ticket price and will be settled directly with the establishment.