• Plaza Mayor - Begin your journey at Plaza Mayor, the site of some of the Inquisition’s most notorious public ceremonies.
• Madrid - Explore the origins of the Spanish Inquisition and its evolution into a prolonged era of fear.
• Madrid - Stand outside the former Inquisition prison and envision the dread that once filled its confines.
• Madrid - Listen to the haunting tale of the mass expulsion of Jewish communities and other persecuted groups.
• Inquisition Jail (Carcel de la Inquisicion) - Discover the story of the “possessed of St. Plácido” and the exorcisms that captivated Madrid.
• Madrid - Find out where autos-de-fe were conducted and the terrifying spectacle they became.
• Madrid - Distinguish fact from fiction: witch covens, exorcisms, and the darkest legends of Madrid.
• Madrid - Learn how the Inquisition influenced Spain’s international reputation, contributing to the “Black Legend.”

• Local guide

• Hotel pickup and drop off

Embark on a spine-tingling tour that delves into the mysteries and legacies of the Spanish Inquisition, visiting significant locations in the city that served as the backdrop for this notorious tribunal. The guide will reveal the truths about the four centuries during which the Institution cast its shadow over the city. Uncover the genuine reasons behind the establishment of the Spanish Inquisition, the individuals who orchestrated it, the horrific and brutal torture techniques they used, and the unfortunate souls who fell victim to them.

• Children up to 13 years old are welcome to join this tour for free. We reserve the right to ask for a valid ID for children joining our tours
• The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.