
About Fernando
I’m Fernando, a Madrid native with over ten years of experience as a guide. Passionate about history, art, and gastronomy, I love sharing my city’s culture with visitors. I enjoy meeting people from around the world, learning new languages, and traveling. Let me help you find the perfect experience—feel free to ask about customizing your visit!
Years of experience & specialties
12 years of experience specializing in history, art, and gastronomy tours.
Languages I'm fluent in
Spanish, English, French and Dutch.
Favorite local cuisine
Tortilla de Patatas (Potato Omelette).
Favorite things to do in Madrid
Meet up with friends in the city center.
Private tours with Fernando

Explore Prado Museum’s Greatest Masterpieces: A Tour Through Art History (2.5 Hours)
2.5 Hours

Madrid’s Hidden History: Walking Tour of the Habsburgs (2 Hours)
2 Hours

Royal Palace & Madrid Historic Center Walking Tour (3.5 Hours)
3.5 Hours

The Best of Spanish Gastronomy - A delicious ham, cheese & wine experience (2 Hours)
2 Hours

The Royal Palace of Madrid - Luxury, Art and History (1.5 Hours)
1.5 Hours
Places Fernando recommends in Madrid
What travelers say about Fernando
5.0(11 reviews)- Harsh S.5 out of 5Mar 2025
Excellent tour of the Old Town, plazas, and the Royal Palace! Fernando was very knowledgeable and gave us the exact information we needed based on our interests. Thank you Fernando!
- James (Jim) N.5 out of 5Sep 2024
I can’t imagine visiting the Royal Palace with anyone else. Fernando provided not only the history of the palace but also entertaining stories about every room we visited - details about the decoration and the royals who lived there. He enjoys what he does and it shows. An amazing afternoon with an engaging tour guide.
- Gizem O.5 out of 5May 2024
We've collaborated with Fernando on various global group tours, and everyone has loved the experience. He's incredibly knowledgeable and speaks perfect English!
- Janet C.5 out of 5Apr 2024
Fernando is a great tour guide - knowledgeable and friendly.This is a wonderful tour for first time visitors to Madrid -like us. An excellent experience from start to finish!
- Lisa P.5 out of 5Apr 2024
gave a thorough historical tour of the main areas.
- Evan F.5 out of 5Mar 2024
Fernando was an excellent guide. It was like seeing Madrid with an old very knowledgeable friend. He made all of the attractions come to life, and we would recommend Fernando to anyone who wants a private tour of Madrid.
Fernando on the Gaido blog

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