Eating Madrid Food Tour: Tapas, Wine & Local History
Description
Good food and old streets, that's the whole idea behind this small group food & wine tour. You'll wander past the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, while stopping at handpicked spots that have fed locals for generations. Duck into a centuries old wine cellar to try your hand at slicing Iberian ham like a pro, skip the line at one of the city's favorite street food counters for a local sandwich, pull up a stool at a centennial tapas bar for sizzling garlic shrimp, and finish with a surprising chocolate stop that reveals Spain's long history with cocoa. With a small group and a local guide who knows the difference between a tourist trap and the real thing, you'll get access and stories no guidebook can offer.
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Admire two of Madrid’s most iconic landmarks side by side, where royal grandeur meets religious heritage. Discover the city’s deep history through its majestic palace and striking cathedral.
Step into a historic centennial restaurant and savor Iberian ham with tomato toasts, paired with red or white wine or cava (evenings) or smooth coffee (mornings), capturing authentic Madrid flavor.
Step into a charming medieval square and explore one of Madrid’s oldest civic centers, where beautifully preserved buildings reflect the city’s early history and timeless architectural character.
Taste one of Madrid’s most beloved tapas with sizzling garlic mushrooms, rich in flavor and tradition. Pair this local favorite with a refreshing beer, classic vermouth, or a light tinto de verano.
Pass by a historic covered market filled with gourmet tapas stalls, fresh seafood, cured meats, cheeses, and local wines in a lively culinary atmosphere.
Stroll through a grand historic central square known for its arcaded architecture, vibrant cafés, and street performers, offering classic local bites and lively atmosphere.
Iconic local stop known for its signature crispy fried calamari sandwich served in soft bread, a beloved street-food style bite with quick, lively counter service in a historic area.
This historic century-old tavern is famous for garlic fried shrimp served sizzling with beer or wine, offering a traditional, cozy atmosphere and authentic local flavors in a classic setting.
Lastly, visit this artisan chocolate stop offering handmade chocolates and rich traditional chocolate drinks, perfect for a sweet finish to a food tour.
Step into the lively square in Madrid known for its theatres, cafés, and connection to the city’s literary history.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Reviews(374)
Carolyn was an amazing guide. She was an excellent storyteller and we learned a lot about the history of Madrid in addition to having great food. The tour was just the right length.
Carolyn was fabulous! She was so friendly and informative. I would highly recommend taking her tour and let the magic unfold.
A wonderful evening in Madrid! Great way to taste our way through the city, and Carolyn was an absolute delight. Fun, informative, would definitely recommend.
Carolyn was wonderful and the food tour was SO great. She was knowledgeable, kind, and took us to some foodie gems in Madrid.
This tour was the perfect length- not too short or too long. It ran from about 6pm-10pm, but most of the tour group continued the night with drinks at Carolyn’s recommendation. We had a great time learning about the history of Madrid, taking pictures, eating tapas at five stops, and enjoying local drinks. After the tour, Carolyn shared tips for navigating Madrid, other cool food and drinks across the city, and even talked about how to avoid tourist traps in Madrid. I highly recommend!
Wonderful evening eating, drinking and learning about some history of Madrid, off the beaten path. I wish we had booked for the first night we were there so we would’ve know where to go out better, our guide was amazing. Would highly recommend!
We started this tour with just family, but ended up making friends with the remaining group. What a wonderful time, what a wonderful host! Adolfo was knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and very accommodating. If you want to feel like you are truly on vacation and want to experience the unique tastes of Madrid and learn about its history, I highly recommend you take this tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you had such a great time with Adolfo and enjoyed discovering Madrid with him. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Adolfo! 😊
Sirsa was a great guide. Not just tasty spots for Spanish flavors, but also some history background to make the food choices relate. We might suggest to hand out a list of establishments so patrons can go back on their own.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the food, flavors, and history with Sirsa. We’ll definitely pass your lovely feedback on to her, and we appreciate your suggestion! 😊
Sirsa was fantastic! She changed my life!
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear Sirsa made such a lasting impression. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her!
This tour gave us an opportunity to learn about Spanish culture and history as well as the food. Carolyn our guide is wonderful very knowledgeable and personable, we felt like we were spending time with a friend! Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was truly a pleasure spending time with you and sharing some of my favorite parts of Spanish culture, history, and food. I’m so happy you felt like you were spending time with a friend. Thank you for the recommendation!
