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Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems

created by Melissa
a former tour guide turned foodie writer.

24,00
per group (1-5 people)
play anytime within the next 3 months

(90 customer reviews)

Curious about what makes Madrid so special? Discover and experience it yourself on this self-guided and fun walk. You’ll be following in the footsteps of Mellisa, a former tour guide turned food writer. Starting in the city’s sunniest spot you’ll be solving location-based riddles to unlock directions for magnificent architectural wonders of the Spanish capital, a cute local bakery (a true hidden gem!), vibrant street art, best spots for authentic tapas, and… well, let it be a secret for now!

This playful walk across Madrid sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know Madrid or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next.

  • 11 riddles.
    1,5 – 2,5 hours. 2 – 3 km.

    Start at the centre, in the city’s ‘sunniest’ spot, Puerta del Sol.
    End on Madrid’s most famous street for tapas, Calle Cava Baja!

    Local wonders you’ll discover on this walk include:
    A cute local bakery Pasteleria La Mallorquina.
    One of Madrid’s most famous streets for tapas, Calle Cava Baja.
    The impressive and majestic Palacio Real.
    The neoclassical architecture of Almudena Cathedral.
    The beautiful Plaza de Isabel II.

    Play Monday – Sunday from 9:00 and 21:00.

     

    You’ll receive an email with a link to your game. The link to the game is valid up to 3 months after the purchase. By tapping the play button your game magically opens in your phone’s browser. No downloads. Super easy.

    If it rains, take a break and wait for some sunshine, you can continue where you left off, or share the email with your teammates in case you run out of battery.

    We recommend playing in a team of 1-5 people.

    Check our frequently asked questions or read our terms & conditions.

  • Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Unfortunately we were in a hurry as it was late and had to use more hints as we would have liked to. But it was really fun”
    October 16, 2024
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Pretty cool”
    June 29, 2024
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Really nice and informative experience let us see Madrid with different eyes!”
    May 6, 2024
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Best way to discover Madrid without a tour guide!”
    May 2, 2024
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Entertaining and with the right amount of historic facts!”
    January 21, 2024
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “It was very interesting and a good way to explore the city”
    October 3, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “It was fun unlocking the path, the sites to look for were well chosen.”
    August 24, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “A homage to the beauty of Madrid and it’s and hidden gems.”
    July 6, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “A lot of fun!”
    June 19, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Great experience, good length and interesting facts”
    April 17, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Más historia y descanso más tarde”
    April 7, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “It was a great ecperience. Thanks”
    March 28, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “A brilliantly fun way to explore the city!”
    February 10, 2023
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Absorbing: a great way to explore bits of the cit you wouldn’t otherwise find.”
    September 4, 2022
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Great way to take a look at the city through different eyes.”
    August 4, 2022
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Fun tour and directions!”
    June 10, 2022
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Yeeeeeyyyy!!!!”
    October 20, 2021
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Una experiencia totalmente inesperada y muy divertida.”
    August 23, 2021
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Fun and witty, we had a great time!”
    July 18, 2021
    Madrid: Highlights & Hidden Gems
    “Great tour, all the main sites and history. Even kept two 16 year olds and a 12 year old entertained!”
    July 13, 2021
    • 1. Choose your game

      All our trails are created by locals. Buy the one that intrigues you the most. After the purchase, you’ll receive a link to your game via email.

      2. Ready, set, go!

      Go to the game’s starting location indicated in the email (play anytime up to 3 months from the purchase). Tap the Play button and the game will magically open in your phone’s browser!

      3. Find secrets

      With each riddle solved, new cryptic directions will take you from one hidden gem to the next. You’ll unlock local stories and recommendations on your way too!

      4. Win!

      Play for the fastest time and get listed on our leaderboard. Or, take your time and share your best adventure photo using #secretcitytrails. Both might lead to a free game!