Granada Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with Local

Join us for a 3.5 long walking food tour you will dive into a world of local culinary experiences in Granada! You will try only the best dishes and tapas of each restaurant. Sipping a glass of wine or local beer you will be able to feel this unique lifestyle, based on hard work but also moments of pleasure, social life and relax. We will walk through the most beautiful streets of Granada, passing by the most famous monuments, while your Local Expert will give an insight into the history and culture of the city. Please, bear in mind that the tastings here described may change according to the season and the availabilities of your partners.

You will begin your culinary adventure in Granada, wandering through the historic streets at the foot of the Alhambra, where Moorish heritage and Andalusian life blend effortlessly. As you stroll past elegant squares and centuries old façades, you’ll feel the echoes of poets, musicians, and artisans who shaped the city’s rich cultural identity. Here you’ll meet your Local Expert and head to your first stop: a traditional spot in the heart of Granada, where you’ll ease into the city’s food culture with a classic pairing of jamón and local cheese. Settle in, soak up the atmosphere, and discover why these simple, quality ingredients are such an essential part of Andalusian life.

After this first treat, we will head toward Mercado San Agustín, Granada’s vibrant food market and a true meeting point for locals. Located in the historic city center, this lively space brings together traditional stalls and modern tapas counters, creating a perfect blend of old and new Granada. Here, in one of the market’s bustling eateries, you will enjoy one of Spain’s most iconic dishes: paella de marisco. Prepared with fragrant saffron rice and an abundance of fresh seafood

After savoring the flavors of the market, we will continue your journey into Granada’s old town, wandering through narrow streets where history unfolds at every corner. This atmospheric heart of the city, dotted with small plazas and traditional taverns, offers the perfect setting for your third culinary stop. In a classic local bar in the city center, you will taste salmorejo, one of Andalusia’s most beloved dishes. This creamy cold tomato soup, made with ripe tomatoes, bread, extra virgin olive oil, and garlic, is served topped with chopped hard-boiled egg and cured ham. Refreshing yet rich, simple yet deeply flavorful, salmorejo is a true expression of southern Spanish cuisine and a must-try while exploring Granada.

After this stop, we will make your way to Plaza Nueva, one of Granada’s most central and lively squares, where locals and visitors mingle beneath historic façades. Just a few steps away, in a traditional local bar tucked into the surrounding streets, we will pause for a short tapas stop. Here you will enjoy a classic Granadino tapa, freshly prepared and perfectly paired with a local drink. Simple, flavorful, and served with warm Andalusian hospitality, this brief stop captures the essence of Granada’s tapas culture

After enjoying the lively atmosphere of Plaza Nueva, we will head to one of the oldest pastry shops in Granada, a beloved institution that has been delighting locals for generations. Stepping inside, the scent of sugar and caramel instantly fills the air, hinting at the tradition preserved within its walls. Here you will taste the famous piononos de Santa Fe, Granada’s most iconic sweet. These small, delicate pastries are made of soft sponge cake rolled with cream, soaked in syrup, and topped with a lightly caramelized custard. Rich yet perfectly balanced, piononos are the ideal finale to your culinary journey and a true symbol of Granadian pastry heritage.

we will reach Calle Calderería Nueva, a vibrant street famous for its teahouses and artisan shops. The colorful tiles, aromatic spices, and the scent of freshly brewed teas create a magical atmosphere that transports you to a different time. Here, in a traditional shop steeped in history, you will indulge in oriental sweets, a legacy of Granada’s Andalusian-Moorish past.