Eating Madrid: Hidden Gems Food Tour: Tapas, Wine & Local History
Overview
Madrid's food story was shaped by centuries of trade, conquest, and migration Learn all about it in this small group food tour, where you'll wander past the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, while stopping at handpicked spots that have fed locals for generations.
Duck into a centuries old wine cellar to try your hand at slicing Iberian ham like a pro, skip the line at one of the city's favorite street food counters for a local sandwich, pull up a stool at a centennial tapas bar for sizzling garlic shrimp, and finish with a surprising chocolate stop that reveals Spain's long history with cocoa.
With a small group and a local guide who knows the difference between a tourist trap and the real thing, you'll get access and stories no guidebook can offer.
What's Included
- Sip Spanish wine, Tinto de Verano, Vermouth, and master jamón ibérico slicing at centennial cellar
- Dive into Madrid’s sweet side with handmade chocolates and a chocolate drink.
- Skip the line and try the iconic calamari sandwich. Crispy, tender, and absolutely irresistible
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
Meeting Location
Plaza de Ramales
1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Calle de Lope de Vega
23, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain
What To Expect
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Catedral de la Almudena (pass by)
Casa Ciriaco
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Plaza de la Villa (pass by)
Mesón La Revolcona
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mercado de San Miguel (pass by)
Plaza Mayor (pass by)
Bar La Campana
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
La Casa del Abuelo
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
CHOCOLATES EL INDIO
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5553P16
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Sip Spanish wine, Tinto de Verano, Vermouth, and master jamón ibérico slicing at centennial cellar.
- Dive into Madrid’s sweet side with handmade chocolates and a chocolate drink.
- Skip the line and try the iconic calamari sandwich. Crispy, tender, and absolutely irresistible.
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips.
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Extra drinks.
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide.
The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Eating Madrid: Hidden Gems Food Tour: Tapas, Wine & Local History is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Eating Madrid: Hidden Gems Food Tour: Tapas, Wine & Local History will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Sip Spanish wine, Tinto de Verano, Vermouth, and master jamón ibérico slicing at centennial cellar
- Dive into Madrid’s sweet side with handmade chocolates and a chocolate drink.
- Skip the line and try the iconic calamari sandwich. Crispy, tender, and absolutely irresistible
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
