by Maja Gojkovic

Keeping with the theme of things to do during the dos de mayo celebrations- European vibe are just full of ideas. On May 2nd 1808, the people of Madrid rose up in rebellion against the French occupation. Four important figures that witnessed these events from their particular perspective were; Francisco de Paula, King Fernando VII, the young Madrilenian seamstress Manuela Malasaña and artist Francisco de Goya. Their different accounts of this historic event are featured in a dramatised tour that takes you throughout the city as their story unfolds from beginning to end.

The tour is a great way to visually learn and understand exactly what happened and helped shape Spain’s history during the important era. The tour is a great idea if reading guide books or listening to audio tapes at museums bores you. If you have children your in luck as the live play atmosphere is a lot of fun and is definitely something to keep them quiet for a while.

The tour departs from Plaza Mayor, 27 (Centro de Turismo de Madrid) on 26th April, May 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th at 8pm; and May 2nd at 5pm. 

The tour costs 7,35 euros for adults with a reduced price of 6,35 for under 25s ,students, retired people and unemployed people

If you would like more information on the tour you can call information on: (+34) 91 588 29 06 / (+34) 91 588 16 36 or visit the website at: descubremadrid@munimadrid.es