Malasaña and Chueca A Tour That Shouts Freedom
About This Experience
Immerse yourself in the most iconic history of Spain: The uncovering, the creative explosion of the Madrid Movement, and the vindication LGTBIQ +
From enlightened riots to the explosion of La Movida and the LGTBIQ+ struggle, discover how Malasaña and Chueca became symbols of resistance and freedom.
Revive:
- Revolt and execution : Manuela Malasaña and the fight against Napoleonic oppression.
The Madrid Movement: an explosion of creativity after decades of dictatorship.
Pop culture, fanzines and forbidden music: the voice of a fearless generation.
The awakening of Chueca: from slum to capital of Pride.
Transvestites, drags and transformism : they broke the wardrobes at the stroke of a stage.
️ Pedro Zerolo and Pride: how pain was transformed into law and celebration.
Tour Itinerary
10 min
Heart of Madrid leisure, surrounded by historic cinemas and emblematic buildings such as the Capitol.
10 min
One of the liveliest squares in Malasaña, full of terraces and youth life.
10 min
Emblematic for its history linked to the uprising of 1808 and today nerve center of the neighborhood.
10 min
Excellent commercial axis, mix of international brands and alternative urban design.
15 min
Historic temple open 24 hours, symbol of welcome and solidarity in the center.
15 min
Heart of Madrid's most diverse neighborhood, epicenter of LGTBIQ+ life and modernity.
10 min
Contemporary gastronomic market with gourmet stalls and terrace with views.
15 min
Square dedicated to the activist LGTBI, symbol of equality and diversity in Madrid.
20 min
Historic square next to Longoria Palace and the former Guards barracks of Corps.
What's Included
Included
- Local guide
- Exclusive visual material (photos, flyers of the period, disc covers).
- Personalized attention before and after the tour
- Personalized recommendations: What to do, see and eat in Malasaña and Chueca
Not Included
- Tips at the end, to Value the Effort of the Guides
- Any food or drink
- Tickets (but you don't need them! We see everything on the outside).
Meeting Point & Logistics
Start Point
Callao Square (in front of the Knee) Reference #1 : Calle precios 25 (Store : Knee, right in front you will see us) Reference #2 : Metro Callao Reference #3 : Next to the Tourist Information Point Look for the YELLOW AND ORANGE bicolor umbrella.
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Important Information
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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