Evening in Madrid: Food on Foot Tapas Adventure with a Local

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Madrid's culinary scene on foot. Taste modern twists on traditional tapas with local sommeliers. Visit heritage taverns and La Latina for authentic eats and historic sights.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Get an introduction to the traditions of the Spanish aperitivo with a traditional vermouth and olive tasting. Taste traditional recipes with a modern twist in a tiny gourmet tapas bar owned by two dedicated sommeliers. Discover the oldest parts of Madrid and stop at some of our favourite heritage taverns to try the house dish in each of them, including the best croquettes in the entire city! Stroll around the trendy neighbourhood of La Latina and soak up the historic vibes and breathtaking architecture of the old city centre too.

What You Get

Join Local English-speaking guide and stroll around the trendy neighbourhood of La Latina
Get an introduction to the traditions of the Spanish Aperitivo
Taste the local liquor Madroño
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified

Good To Know

  • There may be a change of itinerary according to opening times of bars and restaurants along the way depending on how crowded they are. However, all the bars you are taken to are of the same standard, so you will not be missing out if the itinerary does change. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day.
  • This tour was created as well- balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience (local Tapas) and features visits to establishments that are not always able to cater to all dietary requirements. This tour is suitable for vegetarians, lactose free, and gluten free (non-celiac) customers.
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child. You can do so in the special requirements box on the checkout page.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Children under the age of 6 are not permitted to join this tour.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

What You’ll Experience

1

Plaza de la Villa

Your tapas adventure begins in Plaza de la Villa, the old main square in central Madrid. You will get a brief introduction to the city and its tapas credential.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Mercado San Miguel

We will head towards Mercado de San Miguel, the first gourmet market in all of Spain, for the first of many food tastings. Here we’ll start with an aperitivo, what else?! We’ll try traditional vermouth or Spanish wine, and we’ll taste some delicious Spanish cheese at one of the best cheese stalls in the market.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

La Latina

Next, we’ll head to the pulsating barrio of La Latina to explore its narrow lanes and fascinating history. This neighbourhood is ultra trendy right now and is popular with locals for its vibrant food and drink scene. We will visit a tiny, off the beaten path restaurant that is well known for their traditional tapas dishes - with a fusion twist. This tiny spot only has 6 tables so it’s always busy and it has a great atmosphere!
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
4

Plaza Mayor

Our next stop is Plaza Mayor where we'll chat about the city’s history and food culture. We will try the iconic bocadillo de calamares, the famous sandwich of the city. To wash it down, we’ll try some local beer too! We’ll also try some of Madrid’s most famous croquettes at a heritage tavern that was originally built in 1860 and only specializes in these special potato treats.
40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Puerta del Sol

After that we will walk towards Puerta del Sol, one of the most iconic spots of Madrid and finish our tapas adventure with a local dessert. Once you’ve finished your dessert, your guide will take you back to Puerta del Sol, where they can help you out with directions back to your accommodation or ideas on where to go next!
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Plaza de la Villa, Madrid Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, ES

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Plaza de la Villa, in front of the Statue of Don Álvaro de Bazán in the middle of the square. Address: Calle Mayor 70 (close to Mercado de San Miguel). Your guide will be holding an Urban Adventures Sign.
End Point

Puerta del Sol, Madrid Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, ES

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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