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Private guided tours and cultural experiences in Madrid with an official local guide

I’m Isabella Trébede, an official guide born and raised in Madrid, with years of professional experience in designing private, highly curated tours for international visitors. Growing up in this city has given me an insider’s understanding of its streets, neighborhoods, history, and hidden stories — knowledge no guidebook can capture.

I hold formal training in art history, cultural heritage, and tourism, and I continually update my studies to ensure that every tour is historically accurate, richly detailed, and deeply engaging. Over the years, I have guided travelers from all over the world — families, professionals, art lovers, and cultural enthusiasts — crafting personalized experiences that balance scholarly rigor with approachable storytelling.

From exploring the masterpieces of the Prado Museum, wandering the literary streets of the Barrio de las Letras, to discovering the architectural and historical grandeur of El Escorial Monastery, my tours are designed to immerse you in the history, letting you understand, feel, and remember Madrid in a way that few visitors ever do.

All tours are offered in English or Spanish, and are fully tailored to your interests, pace, and curiosity.

Why a private tour with me is a truly distinctive experience

Booking a private tour with me means more than just seeing landmarks — it’s about experiencing Madrid through the eyes of a local who knows its heartbeat.

Being born and raised in Madrid, and trained as an official guide with studies in art, history, and cultural heritage, gives me a perspective that few guides can offer.

Every tour is carefully prepared: combining my academic knowledge, years of guiding international travelers, and a passion for storytelling that turns history into living experience. Nothing is improvised; everything is crafted to be engaging, memorable, and meaningful.

You will not only see Madrid, the Prado, or El Escorial — you will understand their stories, uncover hidden gems, and feel the city come alive. Each experience is personalized, private, and unforgettable, whether it’s your first visit or your tenth.

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“Outstanding! During our two month trip to Spain, Isabella lead both a food tour for us and a Prado Museum tour – and both tours were among highlights of our trip. Isabella is very knowledgeable about a wide range of topics, and is well-spoken, personable, charming, and enthusiastic. When she learned of our itinerary throughout Spain she offered valuable insights and guidance for several cities. The food tour in Madrid at the beginning of our trip was so helpful as we ate our way through Spain. She shared information not just about the food we were tasting but also how history, agriculture, culture, and economics shape that food and its future. During the Prado tour she navigated the huge space for us and perfectly highlighted famous works, but also outlined helpfully what we should see on our own after the tour. She speaks excellent English and is quick to respond via text or email. Our time with Isabella deepened our appreciation of Spain. We highly recommend Isabella!”

Mary T. via Google

“Our tour of El Escorial was fantastic! We were so pleased with our guide, Isabella Trébede. She was informative, entertaining and engaging. She brought the history of El Escorial to life for our group. More importantly, she kept the interest of our two teenage girls in the group who also had a wonderful time. Highly recommend a visit to El Escorial as a highlight of Spanish history and culture. And highly recommend a tour with Isabella as she made the tour a very memorable experience!”

Giana Diane via Get your Guide

“My family and I had the absolute pleasure of experiencing a 90-minute tour of the Prado Museum with the extraordinary Isabella as our guide, and I can’t recommend her highly enough! From start to finish, Isabella’s warmth, expertise, and genuine care for our family made this an unforgettable experience that my wife, our two children, and I will cherish forever. Isabella’s personality is nothing short of radiant. Her enthusiasm for art is contagious, and she has a remarkable ability to connect with everyone, no matter their age or interest level. She greeted us with a bright smile and instantly made us feel like old friends, creating a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. Her patience and kindness shone through, especially with our children, who can sometimes be a handful. Isabella took the time to engage them at their level, asking questions, sharing fun stories about the paintings, and even pointing out details in the artwork that sparked their curiosity.”

Ryan, from United States, via Get your Guide

“What a great tour! While another tour guide shuffled through the corridors almost narcoleptically on the same day, Isabella guided us through El Escorial in a lively and interesting way. We learned so much about historical events, both big and small. She was also very friendly, and we can highly recommend her for a visit, as we felt very comfortable talking to her. Thank you very much.”

Nick, from Germany, via Get our Guide

“Isabel is very professional and conveys a great passion for her work. We booked a Goya-themed visit to the Prado Museum with her, and the experience was wonderful—everyone attending was delighted. Everything was perfectly organized; she had prepared the visit in detail and managed to convey knowledge about the topic in a way that was both rigorous and enjoyable. Without a doubt, she is highly recommended.”

Ramon L. via Google

“Isabella has shown us a different way to explore the Prado Museum, specifically the permanent collection. With her, we visited both well-known and lesser-known rooms and paintings, all seen through her unique perspective—fun, approachable, and engaging, yet always maintaining historical and artistic rigor. If anyone wants to experience the Prado Museum with “fresh eyes,” Isabel will surely be delighted to guide them.”

Esther Santamaria via Google

“Isabella was prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable! She was willing to answer many questions and used our questions to inform our tours! We highly recommend her!”

Katie Graham via Google
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