Explore Madrid at your own pace with a self-guided e-scavenger hunt that mixes puzzles, local history and a walking tour across the city’s best squares and museums. Ideal for families and groups, the app-led route highlights Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía and the Prado while letting you decide the pace.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You unlock the app, lift your face to a square framed by 18th-century facades, and the city begins to speak in plazas and pavement.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; ability to walk 3–6 km on mostly flat paved surfaces is sufficient.
Wildlife
History
Madrid rose to national prominence after Philip II made it Spain’s capital in the 16th century; many central monuments reflect Bourbon and Habsburg urban planning.
Conservation
Stick to marked paths, avoid littering and use public transit to reduce your footprint; respect historic façades and avoid climbing on monuments.
Reserve your spot on the e-Scavenger hunt Madrid: Explore the city at your own pace today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone fully
The game runs on your smartphone—carry a high-capacity power bank to avoid interruptions mid-route.
Wear grippy walking shoes
Expect paved streets and some cobblestones; comfortable, stable shoes make urban miles more pleasant.
Download transit and offline map
If you plan to skip sections by metro, download local transit maps and enable offline maps in case of weak signal.
Avoid midday heat in summer
Madrid can get hot—start early or late to reduce sun exposure and crowding at popular plazas.
Smartphone with the city game app
Required to access clues, GPS navigation and to record answers.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes prevent soreness on paved and cobbled streets.
Portable battery (power bank)
Keeps your device powered for GPS and photos during a 2–4 hour session.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated between cafés—refill at public fountains or shops.
summer