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Madrid Tapas, Taverns & History Tour

Enjoy incredible local tapas and a fun, informative walking tour of Madrid’s historic city center as you discover how the city’s food and history go together.

Duration: 4 hours
Offered languages: English

Highlights

  • Enjoy 8+ tapas and 4 drinks at 4 tapas bars.
  • See the sights on a 45-minute guided history tour.
  • Learn how to go out for tapas like the locals do.
  • Step into the most historic bars in the city.
  • Discover how Madrid’s history is best told through food.

What's included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • 4 tasting stops with 8 tapas and 5 drinks
  • History walk through Madrid’s historic center
  • Hotel pick-up/Drop-off
  • Tips/Gratuities

Overview

Madrid’s history comes to life through food and fascinating stories on this one-of-a-kind tapas crawl. In between stops at some of the city’s oldest tapas bars, you’ll embark on a journey through hundreds of years of history past legendary monuments, unassuming hidden corners, and everything in between. You’ll also gain firsthand knowledge of how to go out for tapas just like the locals do in Madrid!
Your evening begins at a historic tavern in the heart of Madrid, where you’ll enjoy your first tapas of the evening along with vermouth—Spain’s favorite aperitif. Get a crash course in the art of tapeo as your guide shares some of the secrets of going out for tapas here in Madrid.

After that, you’re off to discover Madrid’s history up close on an expertly guided walking tour! From iconic sights like the Royal Palace to hidden squares only locals know about, you’ll discover how each stop along the way has played a role in the city’s story.

Having worked up an appetite, it’s time for more tapas at two more beloved bars in the historic center. Each of these bites is a time-honored local favorite that has won the hearts of generations of madrileños over the decades! And as you make your way from one to another, you’ll get even more insights into Madrid’s fascinating past.

Finally, you’ll sit down for a dinner of shared plates at one last classic tapas bar that’s consistently packed with locals. You’ll leave with plenty of knowledge of how to enjoy tapas like a local in Madrid, and how the city’s history and food go hand in hand.

Points of interest :
Plaza de las Descalzas, Plaza de las Descalzas, Madrid, Spain

Additional Information

The tour is in English.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
This tour is not recommended for vegans.
This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.
Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
Tour not suitable for children

Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

Mobile tickets will be accepted.

Know before you go

Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

Comfortable shoes recommended

Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour

This tour is not recommended for vegans.

This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.

Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.

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