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Architecture tour Gran Vía from its best rooftops 20thC
(74) Reviews
Madrid
About
We propose you learning something else about Gran Vía and surroundings from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since it was conceived more than 100 years ago until its recent last reform. We will start on the rooftop of the Círculo de Bellas Artes, projected by Antonio Palacios, where you will enjoy the best views of the city. Likewise, we will know the history of other buildings such as the new headquarters of the City Council or the Cervantes Institute, Torres Blancas or Colón Towers. After going down the impressive staircase of the Círculo de Bellas Artes and visiting the building inside, we will start walking the first stretch of Gran Vía, stopping at Loewe, the luxury...
Highlights
From 3 hours and 35 minutes to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours and 35 minutes to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Fundación Telefónica entrance
The visit led by a local architect who will give you the artistic historical context of the buildings, accompanied by plans and historical photos to understand the urban development of the city in each period.
Option to finish rooftop RIU HOTEL M-F 11am-5pm + € 5 M-F 5pm-23pm +€10 SAT-SUN-BANK HOLIDAYS + € 10 all day
Drinks on the rooftops are not included
Circle of Fine Arts
Meeting Points
Departure
Azotea del Círculo
We will meet in fron of the entrance to the building at Calle de Marqués de Casa de Riera, 20
Return
Plaza de España
We will end up in a secret terrace of a hotel where you can stay having a drink while enjoying the views the Royal Palace, the Cathedral or Casa de Campo forest.
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Architecture tour Gran Vía from its best rooftops 20thC
(74) Reviews
Madrid
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About
We propose you learning something else about Gran Vía and surroundings from the urban, historical and architectural point of view since it was conceived more than 100 years ago until its recent last reform. We will start on the rooftop of the Círculo de Bellas Artes, projected by Antonio Palacios, where you will enjoy the best views of the city. Likewise, we will know the history of other buildings such as the new headquarters of the City Council or the Cervantes Institute, Torres Blancas or Colón Towers. After going down the impressive staircase of the Círculo de Bellas Artes and visiting the building inside, we will start walking the first stretch of Gran Vía, stopping at Loewe, the luxury...
Highlights
From 3 hours and 35 minutes to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours and 35 minutes to 4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Fundación Telefónica entrance
The visit led by a local architect who will give you the artistic historical context of the buildings, accompanied by plans and historical photos to understand the urban development of the city in each period.
Option to finish rooftop RIU HOTEL M-F 11am-5pm + € 5 M-F 5pm-23pm +€10 SAT-SUN-BANK HOLIDAYS + € 10 all day
Drinks on the rooftops are not included
Circle of Fine Arts
Meeting Points
Departure
Azotea del Círculo
We will meet in fron of the entrance to the building at Calle de Marqués de Casa de Riera, 20
Return
Plaza de España
We will end up in a secret terrace of a hotel where you can stay having a drink while enjoying the views the Royal Palace, the Cathedral or Casa de Campo forest.
Itinerary
1
Circulo de Bellas Artes
We will start on the rooftop from where we will explain the urban and architectural development of the city while enjoying the best views of the city. Then we will go down the impressive staircase visiting the interior of the Antonio Palacios building.
1 hour and 15 minutes
2
Museo Chicote
We will get into the art-deco atmosphere that Luis Gutiérrez Soto projected in 1931, where Hollywood stars such as Ava Gadner to Almodovar have celebrated the premieres of their films in Madrid.
5 minutes
3
Edificio Telefonica
We will visit the interior of the first skyscraper in Madrid, knowing how it was when it was built in 1929 and its last reform in 2012.
20 minutes
4
Edificio Carrion
We will learn about the history of the 1933 building with the famous Schweppes neons and its surroundings in Plaza del Callao.
5 minutes
5
Plaza de Espana
We will finish on a rooftop at Plaza de España with amazing views of the Royal Palace, the Cathedral,. the Royal Theater and Casa de Campo forest. You could stay having a drink while you enjoy the views.
