What do you do when you have only a few hours and want to make the most of them? At the end of a cruise, we had to be out of our cabin by 8:00 am. But our flight from Barcelona wasn't til 4. What to do with the time in between? And what to do with our luggage. We contacted Welcome and set up a private half day tour with a transfer to the airport. We were met by Cesar who took us to the places we'd missed the previous day, then to the airport with plenty of time. Cesar was professional, competent and humorous. The Mercedes van was clean, airconditioned and comfortable. It was a great value for the limited time we had.
Recommended stops
You can visit all the places from the list or pick only the ones you like. Just inform your driver about your choice before the ride. During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures e.t.c. Take as much time as you want within the overall time limit of the trip.

Palacio Real
The Royal Palace of Madrid is the city's largest building and the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family.

Puerta del Sol
The famous Madrid square has been throughout history the focal point of transportation and of intellectual and economic activity.

Calle Gran Via
Gran Vía (literally "Great Way") is a street located in central Madrid, mostly dedicated to entertainment with many cinemas, bars and restaurants to enjoy the best tapas.

Plaza Mayor
Madrid's Plaza Mayor is one of the most famous landmarks in Spain and has a rich history dating back several hundred years.
About the ride
If you are looking for a way to see all of Madrid’s most popular sites but only have a little time, then the ‘Madrid Highlights tour’ is the one for you. Although it is possible to walk or use public transportation to explore this beautiful city, it is quicker and more convenient to take a private car. This way you can maximise your time and see more of Madrid. On the morning of your tour, your Welcome driver will pick you up from your chosen accommodation, and take you on your fully personalized journey through the most popular sites of Madrid. Every aspect of your tour is customizable, and points of interest can be added or taken away, however, the following itinerary is one we suggest.
You will start your tour in the oldest neighbourhood in Mardis, Calle Gran Via, where you will have the chance to take a relaxing walk through the stunning Botanical Gardens of Parque del Oeste. At this stop you can also visit the magical Temple of Debob, and soak up all the Spanish history. From the Botanical Gardens you will also have the chance to see the majestic Royal Palace of Madrid, an architectural marvel from 1755. If you have the time, the historical Atocha railway station, the Triumphal Arch and some of the city’s most stunning fountains are very close to this stop.
Your driver will then take you through the vibrant square of Puerta del Sol, and down to Madrid’s spiritual centre, Playa Mayor. This is the point at which we suggest you make a stop for lunch at one of the many tapas restaurants, or ask your driver for a personal recommendation. After your delicious Spanish meal, you will then head to Madrid’s renowned museum district to visit one of the most culturally significant museums in the city. In this area you will find many museums, however, we recommend choosing between the Prado Museum and the Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida.
After your historical pitstop, you will drive down the picturesque Paseo de la Castellan towards Salamanca, Madrid’s most exclusive neighbourhood. This vibrant quarter is full of designer boutiques, fine dining restaurants, lovely little tapas bars and even the world-famous Plaza de Toros. There are so many unique photo opportunities in Salamanca, but the best has to be outside Las Ventas, the biggest bullring in the world. After you have shopped, taken some once in a lifetime photos and enjoyed the historical buildings, you can return to your Welcome car and your driver will drop you back off at your accommodation.
Enjoy your travel to a maximum
Private
You will be picked up by a personal driver at a convenient place and time
Comfortable
Enjoy your trip in a nice air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
Customizable
Pick the stops and the time you spend on each one
Efficient
Spend less time finding locations and waiting, and more time enjoying your travel
Professional
We hand-pick the best, friendliest and most knowledgeable drivers in the city
Reliable
Our customers rate us excellent on Tripadvisor and other platforms
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Travelers' reviews
This is the best and most wonderful guide in Barcelona! We had outstanding personal service and learned so much and our guide Billy truly made our trip! I highly recommend you contact Welcome if you are planning to see all of the top sites in Barcelona in a limited timeframe. They offer outstanding half day and full day trips also!
We wanted the company's half-day Barcelona tour customized a bit for the four of us, plus a pick up at the our hotel and a drop off at our cruise ship in the nearby port. We were able to arrange all quickly & efficiently with the office staff & everything was just as promised. Our guide, Fernado, was extraordinarily educated and well-prepared. All morning we felt as he was a friend traveling with us, tailoring direction and information to our interests. With all of the superlatives on TA, clearly this is a company one can trust. And Cesar, many thanks for making our morning so memorable.
Cesar was our tour guide for a half day Barcelona tour. He arrived on time and was full of facts about all the sights we were seeing. He also provided a lot of information on local customs and Spanish life. By the end of the tours we felt like we had a new friend. I would highly recommend Cesar and Welcome
Included in the price
- Fuel and Tolls
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Well-maintained car with an English-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Free wifi onboard
- Water and Snacks
Not included
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Other beverages and meals
- Tips and gratuities
- Official tour guide (you can include one after the booking)