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Discover Madrid one bite at a time on our Tapas Tour, where, over two and a half hours, a local foodie guide will lead you on a gastronomic walk through La Latina and Madrid Centro. Here, your guide will spill the secrets on where the locals really eat, and along the way, you’ll spot historic gems like ancient city ruins, San Miguel Market, and the iconic Plaza Mayor.
Stop at five authentic tapas bars to sample nine delicious dishes paired with five local drinks. Enjoy Spanish tortilla, stuffed mushrooms, squid-ink sandwiches, and chocolate with churros, perfectly paired with sweet wine, tinto de verano, and a creative vermouth cocktail with a gin twist.
Between bites, meet the locals behind the dishes and hear the stories of Madrid’s legendary tapas culture. No planning, no stress, we’ve got the menu, reservations, and route covered. Just show up hungry and ready to eat, sip, and explore. Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone whose love language is food.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: While guests under the age of 18 are welcome to join, they are not legally permitted to consume alcohol. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided instead.
A gastronomic walking tour through La Latina and Madrid Centro led by a local guide
9 tapas tastings like mushrooms, Spanish tortilla, cheeses, a calamari sandwich, and dessert
5 local drinks, like sweet wine, vermouth, local beer, and tinto de verano
Vegetarian and alcohol-free options available at every stop
Stress-free dining with priority service at five local restaurants, a pre-planned route, and menu
We cannot accommodate a gluten-free or vegan diet but we have vegetarian options upon request!
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10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free
Plaza de los Carros Madrid
Meet your local foodie guide in the heart of the La Latina neighbourhood. Keep your eye out for a yellow "Carpe Diem Tours" sign.
Meet your local foodie guide in the heart of the La Latina neighbourhood. Keep your eye out for a ye…
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30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free
Plaza de la Cebada
Try Spain’s award-winning omelette stuffed with goat cheese and served with freshly baked bread and an ice cold beer to wash it all down.
Try Spain’s award-winning omelette stuffed with goat cheese and served with freshly baked bread and…
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30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free
Calle de la Cava Baja
Indulge in Spanish culture with “la hora del vermut” while sipping on a vermouth cocktail splashed with Campari, spritzed with gin, and served with orange garnish. Talk about happiness in a martini glass! While sipping, snack on manchego cheese, a Basque-style “gilda”, and fuet, a cured Catalan sausage.
Indulge in Spanish culture with “la hora del vermut” while sipping on a vermouth cocktail splashed w…
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20 minutes · Admission Ticket Free
Calle de Toledo
Bite into a one-of-a-kind squid-ink sandwich, stuffed with fresh calamari. Wash it all down with a glass of Abuelo’s sweet wine.
Bite into a one-of-a-kind squid-ink sandwich, stuffed with fresh calamari. Wash it all down with a g…
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20 minutes · Admission Ticket Free
Cava de San Miguel
Nothing says Spain like “chorizo” and at this stop you’ll try sizzling garlic mushrooms stuffed with fried chorizo and served with a glass of tinto de verano.
Nothing says Spain like “chorizo” and at this stop you’ll try sizzling garlic mushrooms stuffed with…
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10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free
Calle de San Martín
Finish the food tour with a classic Spanish dessert: churros and piping hot chocolate!
Meeting Point
Plaza de los Carros, Madrid Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, ES, 28005
Your guide will be waiting by the fountain in the center of the square, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag. Please use Google Maps to find the meeting point and arrive at least 10 minutes early. Late arrivals are not eligible for a refund.
End Point
Plaza Mayor, Madrid Community of Madrid, Spain, ES
No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.
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Lisa_PJune 2026 • Viator
Fun and delicious tour with an amazing guide!
The tour was a perfect way to get an introduction to Spanish tapas and enjoy some lovely adult beverages along the way. Nana was the best guide! So knowledgeable and fun to explore the city with. The vibes were immaculate.
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Response from ViatorJuly 22, 2026
Thank you, Lisa! We're glad you enjoyed the Madrid tapas tour with Nana. It's wonderful to hear that her knowledge and fun personality made your experience memorable. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon!
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ALEJANDRO_PMay 2025 • Viator
Our Tapas Madrid Tour
Excellent guide and explanations Lidia was great tour guide, food and places were awesome and easy for me to find again.
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Response from ViatorJune 09, 2025
Thank you, Alejandro! We're happy to hear Lidia made the tour enjoyable and easy to navigate. Appreciate your kind words!
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James_OJune 2024 • Viator
Fantastic tipsy tapas tour
The company was great, the locations were perfect along with the food and cocktails. Karina did an amazing job
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Response from ViatorJune 28, 2024
Thank you, James! We're thrilled you had a fantastic time on our Tipsy Tapas Walking Tour with Karina. Your feedback is much appreciated!
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Amalie_DJune 2024 • Viator
Fun, supportive and knowledgeable
Lizzie was an exceptional guide! Not only did she serve as fun and insightful host, in the event of an emergency she was extremely helpful in assisting my family.
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Response from ViatorJune 20, 2024
Thank you, Amalie! We're delighted to hear that Lizzie made your Tipsy Tapas Walking Tour enjoyable and was there to assist your family in an emergency. We appreciate your kind word
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Laurene_RJune 2024 • Viator
Best Guide
Lizzie was a wonderfull guide, she was full of energy and kidness. We had a good afternoon thank you!
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Response from ViatorJune 19, 2024
Thanks, Laurene! Glad you had a wonderful time with Lizzie on the Tipsy Tapas Walking Tour. Cheers to more good afternoons!