Madrid Tapas Tour: Taste History in Taverns

Embark on a Madrid tapas tour, savor authentic flavors, and uncover the city’s rich history with expert guides. Experience tradition and culture firsthand.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Plaza de Isabel II - Statue of Queen Isabel II, Royal Opera House of Madrid
  • Plaza Mayor - The main public square located in the center of Madrid, boasting over 400 years of history
  • Literary Quarter (Barrio de Las Letras) - Depending on the tour, there may be 1 or 2 stops in this area
What's Included
  • Expert local guide: Providing historical insight and stories along the way
  • Dinner
  • 4 iconic stops at historic Madrid taverns
  • Small group
  • History walks: Between stops, including key landmarks like the Plaza Mayor
  • Alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Experience the heart of Madrid on an unforgettable tapas and history tour through the city center and Literary Quarters. Led by local experts with extensive knowledge of Madrid, you’ll explore four of the most iconic and historic taverns, each boasting a rich heritage that spans generations. Savor authentic Spanish tapas, complemented by local vermouth…

Location
C. de Arrieta, 2
Calle de Arrieta
Go to the corner of Plaza de Isabel II, by the Teatro Real (Opera Palace), at the intersection with Calle de Arrieta. Your guide will be carrying a white tote bag with the Spain Food Sherpas logo on it.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Zoe
Jan 12, 2026
Our guide Andrea took us to local spots for a variety of tapas + drinks, while also talking about the history of Madrid. - Our guide Andrea was incredibly kind and knowledgeable about Madrid as well as the food and drinks we were having. Each one was delicious and there was a great variety!
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Thia_v
Jan 11, 2026
Awesome food tour - guide... - Awesome food tour - guide EJ was most informative and very accommodating for those with special dietary needs.
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Imba22
Jan 8, 2026
Fantastic! - Great tour! Mateo was wonderful and the food was fantastic! Good selection and accommodating for an non meat eatr, thank you.
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Jim_k
Jan 7, 2026
Mateo was an awesome... - Mateo was an awesome guide. Even though he had just returned from his own trip, he came to work and showed us a very relaxed, fun filled, educational tour of Madrid's tapas scene. Had so much fun and the food was great. We even went back to some of the places that he took us!
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Maryblytheo
Jan 3, 2026
Madrid food tour with Mateo - Mateo was awesome!! Highly recommend!!! All the places were amazing and he was so knowledgeable about the food, culture, and history.
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Beckyrj9415kw
Jan 2, 2026
Highly recommended way to eat dinner on your first night in Madrid!! - We were so glad that we planned this tour on our first night in Madrid! It was a great overview of eating and drinking in Madrid, and we learned our way around the city a little bit too. The food was excellent; definitely enough to be dinner after stopping in several restaurants for the "specialty" and a drink. Our host Daniel was a great guide, and after the tour he gave us a "Food Sherpas" booklet that listed recommended restaurants and bars in Madrid. I highly recommend this tour.
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Nomad45425279816
Jan 2, 2026
The food and drink were excellent. Authentic and special places that we probably would never have reached without the tour. - The food and drink were excellent. Authentic and special places that we probably would never have reached without the tour. The guide was very friendly and explained the main places in the city.
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Royz2026
Jan 2, 2026
Great food experience in Madrid. - The tour was a great experience and we really enjoyed it. Mateo did a great job showing us around and providing insights about the local cuisine. Highly recommended!
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Lior
Jan 2, 2026
Great food tour in Madrid - Mateo was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide! The food was delicious and diverse. We had a lot of fun. Highly recommended.
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Daria_markova
Jan 10, 2026
A nice way to spend the evening/day if you want some company and a little insight to Madrid’s local and streetfood. - I enjoyed the tour, met lovely people and tried some nice food. The guide was very friendly and took good care of all the special requirements/food intolerances of everybody. There was always an option for everyone. There wasn’t any big insight into history or many stories, just brief but still interesting remarks/comments and explanations on the food and a little on the areas we walked. During the tour there’s enough to eat to make a full lunch/dinner. A great way to spend a few free hours!
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From $79
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).