Madrid Small Group Premium Lunchtime Tapas & Vermouth Tour

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Madrid

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

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Max 10 guests

Language

English

Location

Madrid

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Group size

Max 10 guests

Language

English

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US$143.59 per guest

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Adult x1

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Explore Madrid's culinary heart during this immersive lunchtime food tour, and discover the tradition of vermouth loved by the locals. This premium 3.5-hour journey takes you through the city's vibrant streets, combining rich history with delicious tastings tailored to the tastes and interests of each group. Enjoy essential Spanish ham and cheese, savor great tapas at local eateries, and conclude with the iconic chocolate con churros. With a maximum group size of 10, this tour offers a personalized experience enriched with insider tips and fascinating stories about Madrid's culture. Perfect for families or those preferring daytime explorations, it provides a unique glimpse into the city's culinary scene. - 3.5-hour lunchtime tour exploring Madrid's tapas and vermouth culture - Visit 4 local bars and eateries, including a century-old establishment - Savor a variety of traditional tapas and finish with hot chocolate and churros - Maximum group size of 10 for an intimate experience

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Please note the legal drinking age in Spain is 18.
Minimum age is 8 years
In the summer it can get very hot, please bring a hat, sunscreen and water.
Please note dishes maybe shared with other travellers.

1 drink in each bar vermouth/beer/wine/soft drink, no spirits. Additional drinks at client's expense

A light-hearted historical overview of the main sights and insider advice for the rest of your stay

A crash-course in Spanish hams

Hot Chocolate and Churros (to share 1 between 2 people)

An introduction to the Spanish "Hora de vermút"

10+ different tapas or aperitivos (depending on group size and appetite) - plenty for lunch

Personalised advice on Spanish food and beverages

Hotel pickup and drop off

Optional Gratuities

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Madrid

On this lunchtime walking tapas and vermouth tour your entertaining foody guide will take you off to experience Madrid's aperitif tradition while you see some of the city and learn about its history and culture. But it`s not just food, you will learn the ins and outs of Madrid's culinary scene, discover interesting facts on Madrid's history, culture and customs and get ideas for the rest of your stay. You'll visit 3 traditional bars/restaurants to try authentic Spanish delicacies before finishing with something sweet (hot chocolate and churros) You will be told all about the famous Spanish vermouth and the Iberian ham. In each bar your guide will recommend the best regional specialties, while adapting to the tastes of the group.

On this lunchtime walking tapas and vermouth tour your entertaining foody guide will take you off to…

5 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Opera

We will meet betweeen the two metro entrances of Metro Opera in Plaza Isabel II and introduce you to fellow travellers and explain the plan for tour. PLEASE NOTE THIS ITINERARY IS AN EXAMPLE ONLY AS WE CHANGE THINGS AND ADAPT ACCORDING TO THE NEEDS OF THE GROUP ON THE DAY.

We will meet betweeen the two metro entrances of Metro Opera in Plaza Isabel II and introduce you to…

10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Royal Palace of Madrid

We will walk past the impressive Spanish Royal Palace (the largest Palace in Europe) and your guide will tell you interesting facts and stories about the building and nearby area.

We will walk past the impressive Spanish Royal Palace (the largest Palace in Europe) and your guide…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Calle Mayor

First bar: We will stop in a century-old bar and introduce you to the all-important Madrid tradition "La hora del vermut" Here we will invite your to a traditional Madrid aperitif, a vermut (or equivalent of your choice) paired with appropriate delicacies. They might be crunchy ham croquettes, vinegary anchovies, fresh green olives or flaky pastry packets filled with bull's tail... The idea is to get you warmed up and in the mood before exploring some of the main sights of Madrid.

First bar: We will stop in a century-old bar and introduce you to the all-important Madrid tradition…

10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Puerta del Sol

We will tell you all about this iconic square, its buildings, history and traditions.

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Sol

Second Bar: You will have probably worked up a bit of an appetite by now so we will stop in a bar that is very popular with the locals for its quality price relationship and get you to try that must of Spain - a bit of Iberian ham and manchego cheese, washed down with a cold beer, tinto de verano or soft drink. Your guide will give you a crash course in Spanish hams, how they are made, preserved, cut and eaten!

Second Bar: You will have probably worked up a bit of an appetite by now so we will stop in a bar th…

45 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Huertas

Third bar: You will then stroll to the next bar, a very traditional Spanish tavern, where you will share various platefuls of tapas. Your guide will tell you all about the traditions of tapas and how tapassing is done Madrid-style. They may well try to expand your culinary boundaries a little and get you to try things you might not otherwise taste! You will try a range of different dishes, it might be anything from little green peppers from Galicia, Spanish black pudding, crispy sticky pork belly, artichoke hearts, steak with figs, bull's tail stew, deep-fried aubergine with a honey sauce, to octopus or baby clams. It is not a fixed, preset, preordered menu but your guide will personalise everything, advising you on the specialties and ordering according to the likes/dislikes of the group on the day.

Third bar: You will then stroll to the next bar, a very traditional Spanish tavern, where you will s…

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Plaza De Santa Ana

By now you are likely to be pretty full so we will take a little stroll to help the food go down and for your guide to tell you a few stories and facts about the places you walk past!

By now you are likely to be pretty full so we will take a little stroll to help the food go down and…

10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Plaza Mayor

We will walk through the Main Square of Madrid and tell you a bit about its history and traditions and make a few insider suggestions on what to see/eat/drink during the rest of your stay.

We will walk through the Main Square of Madrid and tell you a bit about its history and traditions a…

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Iglesia de San Gines

We will drop you off in one of Madrid's best-known places for something sweet to finish off the tour. Here you can try some of the chocolate con churros . Here your guide will help order before bidding you farewell and leaving you to savour this sweet treat.

We will drop you off in one of Madrid's best-known places for something sweet to finish off the tour…

Meeting Point

Metro Ópera, Plaza de Isabel II, Madrid Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, ES, 28013

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Between the 2 metro entrances of Metro Opera in Plaza Isabel II! . Your tour guide will be carrying an A4-sized bright yellow Adventurous Appetites flier

End Point

Plazuela de San Ginés, Madrid Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, ES, 28013

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End point is orientative only. Tour concludes in one of the best chocolate and churros bars in the nearby area. Exact location can vary slightly depending on how full each bar is on the day.

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No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.

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elizabethmW8511QKOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

A great way to spend the afternoon!

A great way to spend a few hours in Madrid! James is an excellent guide. We’re visiting Madrid for the first time and this was a wonderful way to get to know a bit about the local food and culture. What an enjoyable afternoon! Highly recommend!

Response from ViatorOctober 12, 2026

So glad you enjoyed it and thank you for your review. We try to mix a bit of sightseeing, history and culture in an afternoon of eating and drinking some of Madrid's best food and drink in some of our favourite local bars.

Roanna_NMay 2026 • Viator

The heart of Madrid served on a plate!

Perfect introduction to our visit to Madrid. James is an extraordinary guide — part food expert, part historian (though he'll deny it), part storyteller — and his enthusiasm for the city is completely infectious. We moved through the city beautifully, grazing on tapas that ranged from the familiar to the genuinely surprising, but what set this experience apart was the context James brought to every bite. Each dish came with a story — about the community, the people, the traditions behind it — a...read more

Response from ViatorMay 11, 2026

So glad you enjoyed it and you for your review. We always try to show people why we love Madrid so much, giving them LOTS of food and drink, some sightseeing, a bit of light history and culture, and a smattering of useful insider advice!! It's always great to meet nice folk and bind over some of Madrid's best tapas and a few stories... Hope to see you back this way again one day soon, we have lots more to show you!

jamesmY8155BJApril 2026 • TripAdvisor

Interesting and fun time.

James did an outstanding job in Madrid where we took the Small Group Lunchtime Aperitivo and Tapas Walking Tour. He was very knowledgeable, upbeat, interesting, and patient. Highly recommended.

Response from ViatorApril 09, 2026

So glad you enjoyed it and thank you for taking the time to write us a review. It is always fun to introduce people of all ages and backgrounds to Madrid and its foody culture and we always try to adapt what we do to the needs and interests of each group. Do join us again one day as we have lots more to show you!

dinalY5738YBMarch 2026 • TripAdvisor

Madrid Food Tour

A must do in Madrid!!! This was the highlight of our trip. Myself, my husband, my elderly parents, and my 20 year old son went on a tour with James to several restaurants/bars. We tried various types of food and drinks that are common in Madrid. James explained some history and background about the city and all the food and drinks. It was perfect for all ages and a lot of fun! Highly recommended!!

keithlC7911WIMarch 2026 • TripAdvisor

Great Time with Adventurous Appetites!

Our family had a great time today with James! Our group spanned 3 generations and James customized the experience so everyone had something to enjoy. We tried tapas and drinks that we never would have in Madrid, unless we were on his tour. James also added the perfect mix of history and culture to make it well rounded experience. I have one last things to say…churros with hot chocolate!!!