Abel was very knowledgeable about the history of Madrid . The food was amazing and he was very helpful finding food my husband that’s pescatarian can eat
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Food & Drink in two different places
- Professional Guide
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Royal Palace of Madrid
Departure & Return
Departure 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.
Itinerary
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
Here we'll really come to understand Madrid's roots. How was it born and its actual purpose back then.
Madrid's cathedral, which stands in Hapsburg Madrid, has a short but tortuous history.
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!
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Abel took us to see many historic sites in Madrid and was knowledgeable about each one! We also were able to try local cuisine.
We had a great tour with Abel. He’s a wealth of knowledge on the history of Madrid, we learnt so much. All food and drink stops along the way were delicious. We’d highly recommend this tour.
Really enjoy the tour . Our awesome guide brought us the best food and history of Madrid and we had lots of fun. Highly recommend..
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I highly recommend this tour with Abel, he was so informative and fun to learn the history of Madrid with. He took us for some great food and drinks also.
This tour was one of the highlights of our time in Madrid. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The historical insights were fascinating and thoughtfully delivered—not overwhelming or rushed. The tour was integrated with great stops to enjoy the food and drinks in Madrid. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting Madrid who wants a memorable, personal, and flavorful experience!
Sonia was our guide and she was great with getting us acquainted with different tapas and drinks which was very helpful through our journey through Madrid and different towns through Spain
Abel was very engaging and friendly. He knew all the history and took us to some unique spots for food and drinks as well as history. It was terrific and even the kids really enjoyed it! Would 100% recommend!
Abel was very friendly and welcoming. He speaks English very well, and is very knowledgeable about the area. This was a great tour, highly recommended!
Abel created an amazing tour, with a perfect blend of history, engaging storytelling, and delicious tapas and drinks. We stopped by two food establishments, a bustling food market and a restaurant, both highly respected and established places. There was a delicious cocktail at each stop (juice or water available to non-drinkers). We had huge charcuterie platters to share at the market (assorted cheeses, meats, olives, bread, etc.) and yummy local sausages and garlic mushrooms with bread for dipping at the other place. Got a quick private of the Botin, the oldest restaurant in the world! Do not hesitate to book this tour.
This was one of the most enjoyable few hours that I have spent, walking around both usual and unusual Madrid locations with Abel, a most charming and engaging guide. He had our small group participating in the learning experience while knitting social relationships. Just a really uplifting experience.
Abel was great! He kept us engaged in the history of Madrid and fed us great food along with yummy drinks. The pace was perfect. Best thing we did in Madrid
There are many things to like about the tour, great for first timers in Madrid and if you want to get the one on one time with your guide, Abel is super knowledgeable. We had a great time!
Abel was a fantastic Tour Guide with a lot of knowledge about Madrid, he highlight the difference between the west end and the east end of the city from the Mayor Plaza. I am glad we tour through the West Side with Abel and he had a chance to show us a lot of the more historical location on that side of the city. Abel even got us a visit into the oldest Madrid Restaurant, BOTIN, with a roasting oven that has not been turned off over the centuries. He also shared with us the very tasty lunch made with Potatoes product --- LOVED it!!!
First, Abel is a fantastic guide and great person. Our small group really enjoyed the time with him. This walking tour was a perfect mix of historical significance and enjoying some food. Also the perfect length of time covering a lot ground in a few hours. (But at leisurely pace) I recommend doing this tour at the beginning of tour stay, then you go back and visit the landmarks. Abel also had a lot of great recommendations for restaurants, things to do and what not to miss in Madrid. I highly recommend this tour and so glad I booked it over the others.
The Tourguide Abel, is super knowledgeable and makes us feel very comfortable to ask any questions! Loved it!
Abel was the perfect tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable of the history and made it engaging and fun. He also knew the locals and could recommend the best food and places to try. I appreciated that he still took me on the tour, even though we didn’t have a full group - it was a very fun and insightful experience!
It was Great and fun learning experience about the Madrid old town bites and sips, and our tour Guide Abel Acevedo with his funny and very knowledgeable about the important & historical buildings made the tour an amazing time.
Abel Acevedo is a great guide. We loved visiting the Mercado San Miguel, and El Bombin Restaurant. The variety of the delicious tapas were enough to enjoy a taste of Madrids culture. Abel is bilingual and fluent so it was easy to understand. The tour guide told so many stories and facts which were all interesting!
We had a great time on our tour with Abel. He was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Some highlights include the tour in Botin the oldest restaurant. Learning about Madrids history and of course the great food and drinks that were part of the tour.
Excellent tour, Abel was very knowledgeable, personable and engaging. Lots of great history, definitely recommend!
We were visiting Madrid recently and decided to take a tour. We found the Intimate History & Food in old town which peaked our interest. I should also mention that my husband is not a fan of tours of any type. Before the tour, I was a bit confused about the meeting place, and Abel was responsive and provided concise instructions, which I really appreciated. On the day of the tour, we met Abel at the meet-up spot and started the tour promptly. Abel was charismatic, engaging, and knowledgeable. I must admit we asked some elementary questions, and Abel was gracious and patient with all of his answers. The tour was amazing. I learned so much about the history of Madrid and various locations along the tour. We had such a wonderful day, and based on the tour, we will definitely be returning to Madrid to explore all the sites in-depth. My husband also loved the tour and the conversation with Abel. Abel has such a positive disposition and is an engaging storyteller. The food he selected for us was amazing, and we definitely wouldn't have had the opportunity to find those hidden gems without Abel. It was an absolutely amazing experience, and anyone considering a tour should definitely reach out to "Tell me about Madrid" for a great tour and experience.
I would like to say that our tour guide Abrel Was absolutely amazing and very informative and funny!!! The places he took us to eat were phenomenal. Great exercise. We got to see a lot and learn more about Madrid and I can tell you it is a great experience. Thank you again and I would definitely do this tour again with you next time I come to Madrid
Absolutely phenomenal experience. Abel was fantastic tour guide and host. Very easy going and paid attention to my wife’s mobility issues. I loved this tour b/c it was a combo of history and food. It was just superb.
Abel was the perfect guide. Funny and engaging, he shared. Wealth of knowledge about Madrid while also taking the time to learn about each group member and engage with them.plus share about himself. My 9 year old daughter and I came to the tour straight off a flight - she was exhausted and not thrilled to be there. Not long into the tour he got her smiling. It was hard to choose a tour from the descriptions and I'm so glad we chose this one. You won't be disappointed. And so much food. We don't need to eat again!
A nice food tour with a lot of history about old Madrid by a very knowledgeable guide. Easy but educational.
If you only want to go one trip in Madrid chose this one. You will learn a lot of Spain and Madrid together with lovely food.
My wife and Ioved our private 3 hour tour with Able. We really enjoyed all the sites and especially visiting the oldest restaurant in the world Restaurante Botin and seeing the wine cellar which opened in 1725. Able expressed such passion for Madrid’s history and we also enjoyed his humor. We would recommend this tour for everyone.
I booked this tour for me and my family while we were in Madrid and we had an amazing time! Abel was very knowledgeable about the city and was very patient and accommodating.
Abel was a great guide and we recommend him to anyone interested in getting to know some of the history of Madrid in a casual walking environment. The tour includes a couple of stops, firstly for morning tea then for lunch. Very informative and certainly value for money. Thanks Abel.
Abel is the best tour guide in Madrid, hands down. He takes the time to explain to you the history of the places you're visiting and contextualizing it within the modern day Madrid. The food is outstanding as well, top notch! I've been on his experience twice and have been a happy customer both times. When I bring my parents to Madrid I'll be booking a third time for sure!
Great experience!! Abel is super knowledgeable on history, culture, and food, but is also incredibly nice and makes the tour interactive for everyone. We booked this on our first day in Madrid and it was a great way to kick off our trip. It was helpful to get context on the city and a local's perspective on what to eat and where to go, and Abel is also able to help answer any other questions and give suggestions. Thank you!
Abel is an absolutely excellent guide who clearly has a ton of passion and knowledge about Madrid! He is charismatic and adjusted the tour to account for what we had already seen. Plenty of excellent food and Spanish dishes that we hadn't tried yet, it was an perfect intro to the city.
Abel was an amazing tour guide! He balanced showing us the history or Madrid with showing us some delicious food. He was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Madrid, which made the experience that much better. This was my first ever tour where I was happy I did it!
Abel was an incredible guide. You could tell how passionate he is about the history, food and culture of Madrid. Would recommend this tour to all my friends. Left with a fully belly and lifetime of memories!
¡¡Excellent tour with Abel!! He's on of the best guides I've ever met. His passion and dedication are unmatched. We learnt so many things about this amazing city and what makes the difference is that he takes the time to make personal recommendations. Had a wonderful time. Highly recommended. ¡Thank you Abel!
Fue una gran experiencia conocer historia de Madrid a la par con agradables sorpresas culinarias en el camino. Abel es un guía experto, comparte con buen humor y talento cada detalle del tour, se encargó de que disfrutáramos cada paso, pausa y bocado. Reserven confiados de que será inolvidable.
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