Madrid Tapas, Taverns & History Tour

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Highlights

  • Enjoy 8+ tapas and 5 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.

Summary

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. 

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€109.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€99.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Calle de la Misericordia, 2, Madrid, Spain, ES

Dropoff location

C. de la Cruz, 14 , Madrid, Spain, 28012 , ES

Why take this tour?

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. 

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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

Things to know

Before you book

  • 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 under 15.

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. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted.
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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