Iván
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Hi, I am Iván Ortiz
I'm from Madrid, Spain
I am a History and Arts professor, and occasionally work as freelance tourist guide in Madrid and the surrounding historical cities
My Fees
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Local Friend
$ 35/h USD -
Virtual Friend
$ 15/h USD
About me
As I already say I am a History and Arts professor, and occasionally work as freelance tourist guide in Madrid and the surrounding historical cities (Toledo, Segovia, Cuenca, Avila, Alcalá de Henares, Sigüenza, Aranjuez, Escorial...). I enjoy my job so I can consider myself lucky. I am fan of travelling and as a good madridian, I am friendly and open-minded. I am used to work and spend time with foreign people.
friend presentation
Interests
- Culture & Local Events
- Art, Photography & Writing
- Gastronomy
- Local Shopping
- Music & Nightlife
- Sports & Outdoor
City's Tips & Traps
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Café Molar
Stylish cafe and library shop, also featuring art exhibitions, a great selection of comics and books. -
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Artimaña Librería
Trendy bookshop full of especialized art, graphic novel and comic books. Also options for children, design, architecture and photo. Nice neighbourhood for walking and discovering other design shops. -
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Bodegas Lo Máximo
Cool bar, nice vermut and atmosphere - one of the best places to have a drink before going out for a crazy Madrid night out! -
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Taberna Antonio Sanchez
An ancient and beautiful tabern - a typical Spanish one to buy local products. It is worht a visit! -
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La Ardosa
Traditional tabern with good wines and great tapas. They also have vermuth and artisan wine. -
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Bodegas Ricla
An old bar, with good wines and a very nice atmosphere. It feels very local and laidback and you can try different things! -
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Bodegas Ángel Sierra
Beautiful and artistic old décor in this typical bodega - a traditional place to experience local Spanish tastes! -
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Almoneda Ramiro
An antiquary shop, where you can find unexpected treasures and learn more about history through old objects. -
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El rastro
Flea market for old and new things. The main concentration of freaks, trendy and usual people every week - perfect to look for new finds and do some people watching! -
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sandwich mixto
Visit a traditional food market, look around and find a nice fanzine while eating a delicious snack. All in one! -
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Taberna Ricla
Traditional tabern located inside the heart of Madrid, to enjoy nice drinks and cosy atmosphere. -
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Stop Madrid
Historical bar, with traditional wooden fachade where it is possible to find an esplendid vermouth prepared with orange slice -
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Bar Vacaciones
Hipster bar in a hipster district: Malasaña is the "hipsterland" in Madrid, and Vaciones Bar is one of the best places there. -
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Bar La Concha
Good tapas and drinks, nice and well served vermouth. Free of gluten, in a charming and relaxing pedestrian and old part of Madrid. -
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The roof
An exclusive hotel rooftop where you can enjoy some nice music and tasty cocktails with a view of the city. -
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Gaudeamus Café
In winter, the cozy interior offers a delightful view of the terrace, while outside heaters ensure a pleasant atmosphere. The menu of the day has reasonable prices and features high quality, original dishes and always includes a vegetarian option. In summertime, the evenings are truly wonderful! Sunset is the perfect time to come and enjoy one of the best rooftop terraces in Madrid. -
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Room Mate Oscar Roof bar
Rooftop in a hotel, with a nice cocktail bar. Great place to start your evening and enjoy la noche madrileña. -
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Vinci 66 Terraza
Nice rooftop at hotel Vinci 66, with great views of Gran Via Avenue and a nice place to chill. -
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Traficante de Sueños book shop
An independent publiher, it's a book shop where you can find unconventional and traditional books, from politics to social thinking and social movements.
