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Tours/Madrid/History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018

History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018

5.0(38)Madrid3h 30min
VIATOR5.0(23)TRIPADVISOR5.0(15)
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
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History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018
History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018

At a glance

Duration
3h 30min
Price from
$85 / person
Location
Madrid, Spain
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 38 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Tell me about Madrid
Meeting point
The meeting point is right in front of the Plaza Mayor’s tourist information office (the building with the pretty paintings and flags). I’ll be right by the "i" sign.

Description

Come with me on a intimate tour with a nice mix of history, architecture, fun anecdotes, a few jokes and really, really, tasty food. We'll start at the Plaza Mayor and then make our way through the old town, stopping at a local market to enjoy some entrees and drinks. Then continue our historical journey through the most ancient and interesting parts of the old town, to finally end before the majestic Royal Palace. After putting aside the history we’ll finish the tour at a really classic local restaurant where you'll get to taste different, mouth-watering food and local drinks. Of course, aside from the food goodies, we will get an opportunity to chill, know each other better and share some laughs. I want to make you feel as if you're walking through the city with a bunch of friends but one of them happens to know a lot about it and is more than willing to share the knowledge with you!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
10:30 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult
$85

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.

Tour Options

History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018

Itinerary

Plaza Mayor
20 min

Plaza Mayor is a symbol of Madrid and must not be missed. Building work began on this huge open area in the city centre in the 17th Century. We'll talk about its history and evolution throughout the centuries.

Arco de Cuchilleros
20 min

Passing trough the Cuchilleros arch, we'll proceed to visit "Sobrino de Botín" a Spanish restaurant in Madrid, founded in 1725. We'll have the opportunity to go inside and explore it from top to bottom.

Mercado San Miguel
30 min

Located in the heart of Madrid, the Mercado de San Miguel is a monument to Spanish cuisine, meeting point for food lovers. There, we will eat nd drink some of the best products this city has to offer you.

Plaza de la Villa
15 min

Plaza de la Villa is one of Madrid’s best-preserved historical monuments. We'll talk about it's buildings and their history as well as a super important figure of the once feared Spanish Armada.

Plaza de la Cruz Verde
15 min

Here we'll go from A to Z about the Spanish inquisition. The what, where and why, and also why does it stands out from the other ones.

Puente de Segovia
Pass by

The Segovia Viaduct is a viaduct in the La Latina neighborhood in Madrid, Spain. Throughout the centuries the area has been a major crossroad. A later version was built in 1934 to replace the previous iron one erected in 1874

Parque Emir Mohamed I
15 min

Here we'll really come to understand Madrid's roots. How was it born and its actual purpose back then.

Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
15 min

Madrid's cathedral, which stands in Hapsburg Madrid, has a short but tortuous history.

Royal Palace of Madrid
Admission not included15 min

The Royal Palace of Madrid (Spanish: Palacio Real de Madrid) is the official residence of the Spanish royal family at the city of Madrid, although now used only for state ceremonies. The palace is the largest functioning royal palace and the largest by floor area in Europe. From the outside (we won't go inside), we'll talk about all of its history up until to today!

What's included

Included
Food & Drink in two different places
Professional Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Royal Palace of Madrid

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
38 reviews
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How it compares in Madrid

  • Rated higher than 82% of 569 reviewed tours in Madrid
  • Starting price $85 is 61% below the typical $216 for tours of similar length in Madrid

Excurgo comparison of 1,711 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 take?

History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 9 stops.

How much does History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 cost?

Prices start at $85 per person for this Madrid experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:30 AM.

Can I cancel History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is The meeting point is right in front of the Plaza Mayor’s tourist information office (the building with the pretty paintings and flags). I’ll be right by the "i" sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is History, Bites & Sips - Intimate Tour Since 2018 worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 38 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tell me about Madrid.

Reviews(38)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$85/ person
5.0(38)
Duration3h 30min
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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