Hi, I’m Marina
Hi, I’m Marina
I’ve lived in Madrid for 25 years
I speak English, French, Spanish
I am a Psychologist
Hi, I’m Marina, a proud local of Madrid with a deep love for the city’s culture and history. For me, there's nothing better than wandering through Lavapiés and Malasaña, where the streets are full of life and creativity. Barrio de las Letras is my little haven of tranquility, while Chueca always has something exciting happening. Madrid is a city with an endless array of cultural events, fascinating history, and wonderfully open-minded people, which makes living here so special. I love joining impromptu street concerts, exploring public galleries, and taking advantage of the free museum hours. I also enjoy peaceful walks in the parks, especially in the west of the city where nature and history beautifully combine. As someone who knows the ins and outs of Lavapiés, Malasaña, and the center, I’m always excited to share stories about Madrid’s history, art, and the hidden gems of nature within the city. Let's discover Madrid together!
My knowledge & interests
Anthropology and psychology
Nature / outdoors
Architecture
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Vegetarian food
Vegan food
Second-hand markets
Post-modern architecture
Jazz music
Instagrammable
My reviews
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The option I chose for the tour was the 4 hours one and my guide for the day was Marina. I was able to book a tour starting around lunch time as the day was rainy in the morning and Marina was able to accommodate a delayed time to avoid the rain. Once we started the tour we were very lucky and not only stopped raining but the temperature was very nice for a walk like this. Marina took me around all the centre of Madrid, telling me about the history, how the city has developed and showing me all the most historical and best tourist stops. Being a private tour we were able to customize the stops and have one for refreshments and a little break. We also did not spend so much time in the Literary quarter as I had already covered the area in a tapas tour the previous day. If you choose a longer tour you might be able to make visiting stops. Regardless I got plenty of additional tips for places to visit during my stay and had plenty of opportunities to take photographs. Thank you Marina for experience, best of luck.
read full reviewOctober 2024
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I had the opportunity to go on the Madrid walking tour and it was great. My guide Marina was very knowledgeable and personable. She made the experience so much fun. I would highly recommend that you utilize the service.
read full reviewNovember 2023
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Marina was a lovely tour guide. We learned a lot about the city, and the landmarks. We only had one day to tour Madrid, and felt like we saw many highlights on our tour. A much better experience than trying to navigate the city alone, and attempt to understand the significance of the buildings and history in such a short time. Would highly recommend!
read full reviewJuly 2023
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The architecture was wonderful. We were transported into history. Marina conveyed many interesting facts about the city.
read full reviewMay 2023