Roots and Resistance: A Black History Tour of Madrid
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Step into the untold history of Madrid and discover the deep, enduring legacy of Black communities in Spain. "Roots & Resistance" is an eye-opening journey through the hidden narratives of African heritage, resilience, and cultural contributions that have shaped the city for centuries.
From the powerful presence of the Moors, whose rule for over 700 years left an indelible mark on Spain’s architecture, language, and knowledge systems, to the often-overlooked stories of enslaved Africans who lived, labored, and resisted in Madrid—this tour sheds light on a past that history books often omit.
We will explore the city's colonial connections, tracing how Spain’s empire thrived on the exploitation of African labor in the Americas and how the wealth generated from slavery influenced Madrid’s rise as a global power.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Teatro Real
This journey through the slave history of Madrid begins in Plaza de Isabel II. The trace of this "business" can still be seen in numerous places in the Spanish capital, especially around Puerta del Sol area where enslaved people influenced the configuration of the city as we know it. The famous Calle Alcalá that played a major role on the transatlantic slave trade, the equestrian statue of Carlos III, a king that is credited with owning more than 20,000S slaves and the surroundings of the iconic Plaza Mayor where the slave market used to be. Hidden history in plain sight. This tour is the reaffirmation of the black presence in the Iberian Peninsula centuries before Christopher Columbus.
Royal Palace of Madrid
The Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the most beautiful and best preserved in Europe. Its more than 135,000 square metres have witnessed centuries of Spanish history. It is the largest royal palace in Western Europe3 and one of the largest in the world. It houses a valuable historical and artistic heritage, including the House of the Blacks.
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Roots and Resistance: A Black History Tour of Madrid
What‘s Included
Guide services
NO DRINKS
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must do!
jadee681,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must do especially for Afro Latinos. Perspective enhancing. Thank you, Kwame. You’re a gift in this world.
Roots and Resistance
Lorraine N,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kwame’s tour is a truly eye-opening exploration of the hidden history of the African diaspora and the slave trade in Madrid, both past and present, and its connections to wider networks across Europe and the colonial world. It powerfully highlights the importance of Black history and the often-overlooked contributions and experiences of African communities in Spain. If you’re in the capital, I highly recommend joining this insightful and educational walking tour.
"Pull back the curtain" Tour of Madrid
Sandra G,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You should definitely book this tour! An excellent way to complement the mainstream tours with intriguing facts that go overlooked. It was a refreshing introduction to stories and figures that influenced Spain's history in remarkable ways. Kwame was clearly quite knowledgeable and very engaging. He is a great storyteller and made this tour memorable.
Learn the African Contributions to Spainish society
22darryla,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kwame provided insightful and obscure historical on the African presence and contributions to Spanish society from the 15th to 18th centuries. He explained how a small of amount slaves were able to secure their freedom through purchase or demonstrating exemplary talents. During the two hour tour, Kwame was able to guide the group effectively to each landmark, deliver historical content and answer questions. I suggest persons interested in learning African history in Madrid to secure Kwame’s services for it is well worth the price..
Must Book!
Ngozi O,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Phenomenal experience! Black history of Spain is related to global history and Kwame explains it all! So much research and knowledge that you will only get from this tour! Overall 5 stars!
Must Do Tour
Stephanie E,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kwame’s Black history walking tour was engaging, informative, and truly eye-opening. He brought Spain’s history to life with rich context and powerful storytelling, connecting it to the African diaspora in a meaningful way. I left inspired and wanting to learn more. Highly recommend if you want more than a typical tour.
You won't be disappointed.
Jaddles2009,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant tour. Very well explained. You will be shocked and some antics was done in the past. When booked you will jot be disappointed.
Valuable learning
V411LDmichelleb,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kwami is very knowledgeable and shared valuable insights that matter about so much, but you don’t hear about. He kept us engaged with questions and gave us heads up about what we were going to do next. We are very happy that we took this tour. We highly recommend it to others of all races.
Great experience
Veronica N,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This a great starter experience for any trip to Madrid. Do the walking tour then go back to the palace and the pardon. Very informative
Awesome
Jim S,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00KWAME was an awesome guide. We learned a lot from the experience. We definitely recommend his tour !!
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