Excellent value for the dollar. Sonia was a fantastic guide. Fun evening!!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Available either as a small shared group (max 12 guests) or as a private tour for you and your group
- Tasting 12 authentic tapas at 4 local bars loved Madrileños, enough for a full lunch or dinner.
- 1 drink included at each bar (wine, beer, vermouth, soft drink, or water).
- Expert local food and wine guide with insider knowledge of Madrid’s gastronomy and traditions.
- Explore the Literary Quarter and Plaza Mayor while discovering Madrid’s food, history, and culture.
Excludes
- Cocktails or spirits
- Gratuities
- Children under 4 years can not take part of the tour.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are not included.
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Meet your expert guide at the bronze statue of Federico García Lorca in Plaza de Santa Ana, in front of the theater, and start a 3-hour walking tour of Madrid’s Literary Quarter, exploring culture, history, and local flavors. Your Gourmet Madrid guide will be waiting in advance at the meeting point.
Return
- The tour concludes at the majestic Plaza Mayor, Madrid’s historic heart, after visiting 4 local tapas bars and tasting 12 delicious tapas, ensuring a memorable 3-hour experience full of culture, history, and local flavors.
Itinerary
Meet your guide at the iconic Federico García Lorca statue in Plaza de Santa Ana, one of Madrid’s most vibrant and historic squares. From here, you'll step beyond the typical tourist routes and into the city's authentic food scene, where traditional taverns, local favorites, and lively streets reveal the true spirit of Madrid. Throughout the experience, you'll enjoy a carefully selected variety of tapas paired with Spanish wines while discovering the stories, traditions, and culinary heritage that have shaped the city for centuries.
Continue along the historic Calle de las Huertas, one of the most emblematic streets in Madrid’s Literary Quarter. Famous for its literary heritage and vibrant atmosphere, this area has long been a meeting place for writers, artists, and locals. As you explore its lively surroundings, your guide will share fascinating stories about Madrid’s cultural past while introducing you to the traditions and social customs that have shaped the city for generations.
The journey continues to Plaza del Ángel, a charming corner of Madrid that reflects the city's traditional character and vibrant social life. Surrounded by historic streets and local gathering spots, this area offers a glimpse into the everyday rhythm of Madrid. As you explore the square and its surroundings, your guide will share stories about local customs, the evolution of Madrid’s tavern culture, and the traditions that have made tapas an essential part of Spanish life.
The experience continues along Calle de la Cruz, a lively street that has long been part of Madrid’s traditional social and culinary scene. Nestled between some of the city’s most historic neighborhoods, this area reflects the vibrant atmosphere that defines Madrid’s food culture. As you stroll through its bustling surroundings, your guide will discover how local traditions, hospitality, and gastronomy come together to create the unique character of Madrid.
The tour arrives at the magnificent Plaza Mayor, one of Madrid’s most iconic landmarks and the historic heart of the old city. Dominated by the equestrian statue of King Philip III, this grand square has witnessed centuries of royal celebrations, markets, and daily life. Here, your guide will bring together the stories, traditions, and cultural influences that have shaped Madrid, offering a deeper understanding of the city beyond its gastronomy.
This Tapas & Wine Tour concludes beside the statue of King Philip III in Plaza Mayor, bringing to a close one of Madrid’s most established and celebrated gastronomic experiences, refined and perfected since 2008. By the end of the tour, you will have explored authentic local taverns, sampled carefully selected Spanish tapas, discovered regional wines, and gained a deeper understanding of the traditions and culture that define Madrid’s food scene. Before saying goodbye, your guide will share personalized recommendations for restaurants, hidden gems, flamenco venues, and local experiences. Please note that this itinerary is intended as a general guide. Specific taverns and tasting locations may vary depending on seasonality, availability, or special events. Every stop is carefully selected for its authenticity, quality, and connection to Madrid’s culinary heritage. You'll leave with insider knowledge and a deeper appreciation of Madrid’s food, wine, and culture.
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Reviews
We had such a fantastic experience on the Madrid Tapas & Wine tour with Enrique. Enrique was such a fun and knowledgeable tour guide while also being a great conversationalist who taught us a lot about Madrid! Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Madrid!
Enrique was phenomenal! The food was amazing. Wine recommendations great as well. He also weaved in very fun and brief historical stories. Definitely ask for him!
Enrique was fantastic! Food & wine was delicious! Absolutely recommend
We have been on many food tours and this was nothing short of AMAZING! Our tour guide was Alejandro and he welcomed our group with such warmth and excitement! Fortunately we also had an incredible group as well! Such fun people in our group and we enjoyed our time with them! The food and wine were also incredible! Do not hesitate to book this tour! It was top notch!
Had the best time with Alejandro! if you’re in Spain, I would highly recommend this tour! ❤️❤️
Alejandro was the most fantastic guide - 10/10
Alejandro was a wonderful tour guide. My family absolutely loved him and his energy/knowledge. We will recommend to anyone traveling to Madrid to book with this company and him specially.
Alejandro was a fantastic guide with expert knowledge
Sonia was an amazing guide! Very insightful and knowledgeable on all areas. Good was amazing g and plentiful. Wine was even better!
Excellent experience. Very different from Barcelona and arguably better. Would do it again.
We had a great time on the tour. Our guide Juanfe was excellent. Super knowledgeable and funny! Definitely Recommend when you come to Madrid!
Great experience and great guide. We had a blast
Juan was amazing. Great tour and highly recommend
Juanfe was a great guide. Very helpful and great way to experience several l places in Madrid
Sylvia was outstanding. Please request her if you can.
Sylvia was amazing! We had the best time on our tour. She taught us about Spanish wines, food, history and culture. A must do in Madrid.
Sylvia provided the best tour! Highly recommend. Great food choices and fantastic wine. Some history, too. Five stars.
Carmen brought real zest to the Madrid tapas and wine tour, drawing on her life in the old town and her professional sommelier expertise to make every stop engaging. She was knowledgeable and entertaining, and her stories about her Basque roots added a personal touch to the experience. Her detailed explanations, examples, and metaphors made the food and wine easy to appreciate. With Carmen as our guide, the evening was a lively and delicious introduction to Madrid’s local flavors.
Javier was the best guide! We learned so much, ate some wonderful treats, and drank some delicious wines! What a fantastic variety and fun time! Highlight of our trip for sure!!
Javier was very knowledgeable and engaging. The tapas were diverse as were the drinks. Highly recommend this tour.
We had a wonderful time with our guide Eva. Knowledgeable, friendly and easy to talk to. Oh and the food and drink choices were also great. Definitely recommend.
Sylvia lead a wonderful tour of 4 tapas restaurants in Madrid. She sprinkled in fun facts and historical information while we enjoyed a variety of beverages and foods. She went above and beyond to accommodate a dietary restriction. Would definitely recommend!!
Thoroughly enjoyed our evening with Sylvia who exudes passion for and knowledge of Madrid. She worked tirelessly to ensure everyone was involved and had a great time.
This tour was the perfect start to our Madrid trip. We took the night tour and it was perfect because the city was bustling, and you could experience the energy of a big city through its streets and tastes. The amount of food and drinks you get is equivalent to a full dinner, but walking around like a local. Noemí was SO knowledgeable and gave us so many tips of local bars and places with so much history. We tasted chipirones, tortilla de patatas, tuna toast (My favorite!) and a curated slew of Spanish favorites delicacies. It’s all tapas, so don’t expect sit down dinners, but again, this is the perfect way to welcome yourself into this worldly metropolis. Be ready to walk, be in somewhat crowded places, and have a great variety of wines and drinks. It is a MUST here in Madrid. Don’t miss it and Salud!
Noemi was our guide. Very knowledgeable about restaurants and foods and parts of country foods and beverages from. Left stuffed. Also was able to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Great experience with our guide Sylvia: She is very motivated and knowledgeable - she made this tour absolutely worth the money, and more. I would recommend this tour with Sylvia any time.
Sylvia was an amazing guide. Very informative and lively. The food and wine provided was fabulous. We had a nice variety of both. Highly recommend.
Rikardo was amazing. Great tour.
This tour made me uncomfortable - we were pressured to all download the Trip Advisor app and give a review at the table of the last restaurant with the guide asking if we completed it yet many times, and then also pressured to tip which is not customary.
Great experience. Historic Madrid. Lovely food and drink. Interesting and helpful guide Javier and lively company.
Sylvia was a wonderful host, she made out food tasting fabulously interesting and fun to tortoise the history of tapas. We shared the best food with a wonderful group of people. Thanks so Sylvia.
Juanfe was amazing! He brings the whole group together for a great experience. food and wine were excellent. Arriba, abajo, al centro, pa' dentro!
Juan was friendly, knowledgeable, and hospitable. The food and wine options were excellent. Highly recommend.
This experience was so unique and I would absolutely recommend it! Juanfe was so knowledgeable about both the history of Madrid, and the dishes and wines we got to taste! It's an amazing way to experience Madrid
100% worth the money! Juanfe was nothing short of amazing! Had great insight on the history and culture of Madrid to include a healthy dosage of jokes. Don’t waste any more time and just book and ask to get him as your guide.
One of the best experiences in Madrid. We loved it. Juanfe is the best!
Most amazing time! My guide promoted a very “family” environment where all guests became friends!
Wonderful evening in Madrid! Great food and wine and very informative of the history and context. Juan Phillipe was incredible!
Juan Filipe was amazing, so knowledgeable and fun. We had a great time! Would do again.
We enjoyed a lovely evening with Neomi, our friendly and knowledgeable guide, and 4 fellow participants. The food and wine was tasty and plentiful. A good time was has by all.
In a word…perfect! Sophia, our guide, was personable and professional! The four stops we made on the tour were unique, local, and delicious! I highly recommend this tour for first time travelers to Madrid, who want to have an authentic experience and meet new friends along the way!
Sonia was absolutely fabulous. We’ve toured all over Europe and have had many tour guides, but never one better than Sonia. Extremely knowledgeable regarding the local culture and took us to great places; just a total pleasure!!!! 10 out of 10 for sure!
Fun, informative and delicious!
Eva was a very good guide. She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Foods were very good and a variety of drinks to try. Highly recommend!!
Noemi our guide was excellent! What a great tour! Wonderful historical locations to experience tapas and local wines. All was great and so delicious.
Noami was amazing and the people we were with were awesome. What a fun afternoon!
Noemi was amazing. Such delicious food and so much history.
Noemí was amazing !! Very friendly and knowledgeable about Spain and its culture.
Brilliant experience, so interesting about the history of Madrid as well as an amazing tour. JUAN FE was an excellent guide!
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