Dark Side of Madrid: Ghosts, Executions & Murders Walking Tour

Madrid isn't just a city of royal palaces and sunny plazas. After dark, its streets reveal stories of executions, unsolved murders, ghostly sightings, and forbidden love. Begin in Plaza Mayor, once the stage for Spanish Inquisition trials and executions, before exploring Madrid's oldest streets, where tales of political conspiracies, tragic romances, and supernatural encounters still linger. Discover the assassination that changed Spanish politics forever. The tour ends at Palacio de Linares, one of Spain's most haunted buildings. Hear the tragic story of Raimundita, the family secrets behind Madrid's most enduring ghost legend, and why the palace continues to fascinate believers and skeptics alike. Blending history, true crime, royal scandal, folklore, and local legends, this immersive tour reveals Madrid's darkest side—and leaves you to decide whether its ghosts belong only to the past.

Inclusions and Exclusions

Know Before You Go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children up to 13 years old are welcome to join this tour for free.
• Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.