Meet your guide and set off on a journey through the streets of Madrid. Begin at Calle del Codo, a narrow street where visibility disappears and things happened away from public view. Then, head to Plaza Mayor, a large square where authority was performed in front of crowds. Continue to Puerta del Sol, a bustling square that has been the site of many historical events. Then, head to Gran Via, a street that represents the city's reinvention through movement, culture, and the reclaiming of public space. Next, visit Palacio de Linares, a building that represents political power but also carries memories, tensions, and sometimes myths. Finally, end your tour at Bodega de la Ardosa, a traditional tavern that reminds us that everyday life—taverns, encounters, routines—is just as essential to understanding a city as its monuments.