Madrid Tapas, Taverns & History Tour
3 hours
Max 10
Why take this tour?
Devour are the food specialists in our family, running all of our food tours. They're obsessed with finding the most authentic and tasty food and the biggest characters at the local market. We think that passion makes them the best at what they do.
Highlights
- Enjoy 8+ tapas and 4 drinks across 3 historic tapas bars in the heart of Madrid
- Embark on a fascinating guided history walk through the oldest part of the city, with stories that come to life through your expert guide.
- Try a beloved tapa—sizzling garlic shrimp—at the bar that invented the recipe 80 years ago!
- Learn the ins and outs of tapas culture at the city’s most storied bars, and discover how history has shaped the food we eat still to this day in Madrid.
- Pair each bite with a beloved local drink, from flavorsome vermouth to a more authentic alternative to sangria.
- Sites Visited
- 3 family-run tapas bars
- Madrid’s historic center
- Plaza Isabel II
- Royal Palace
- Plaza de las Ramales
- Plaza de la Villa
- Plaza Mayor
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Santa Ana
- Tour Includes
- 3 tasting stops with 8 tapas and 4 drinks
- History walk through Madrid’s historic center
- Local English-speaking guide
Eat your way through centuries of Spanish history in one fascinating evening.
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Total Customer Reviews: 829
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 829 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
Montse (spelling?) was our guide. She was knowledgeable and a lot of fun. I would recommend her and Devour Tours without any reservations. The food/drinks were great and generous. The only thing I would (kind of) recommend is ending with something sweet - churros or ? Thank you for a fun night!!
Verified · Michael · Oct 15, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Great
Would have preferred a guide who was more connected to the local culture/knowledgeable about history, but it was still a fun experience.
Verified · Julie · Oct 14, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Cassie, our guide, was delightful and full of information on the history of the taverns as well as sites we saw as we were walking from tavern to tavern. Each stop was just the right amount of time. No rushing to eat up and move on. And the tapas and drinks!!!! Delicious! A must try is the vermouth. Thank you Cassie!
Verified · Suzan · Oct 13, 2024 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Highly recommend Devour and Walks; we’re big fans of Devour and are at four tours and counting with Barcelona a few years ago and for our most recent trip, Madrid. We started off with the Madrid Tapas, Taverns, & History Tour led by Dani and followed that up with the Madrid Tapas & Flamenco Tour with Elena. Additionally, we took the Walks Madrid in a Day with Royal Palace, Churros Tasting, and Prado Museum tour led by Maria. We especially love the high quality of guides, emphasis on local/family owned businesses, and how well they weave history and culture into these foodie tours. We keep coming back to Devour (and now Walks) b/c we are ensured top notch experience every time.
Verified · Marco · Oct 12, 2024 · USA · Male · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Flo was an absolute joy, excellent tour in terms of authentic food stops, great historical background, and well timed.
Verified · Laura · Oct 11, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
FAQs
Can my dietary needs be accommodated on this tour?
This tour is adaptable for:
- Vegetarians
- Pescatarians
- Dairy free
- Pregnant women
We love providing delicious options for those with dietary needs. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.
This tour is not recommended for vegans and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease.
Due to the amount of wine stops on this tour, it is not recommended for children or adults who do not drink alcohol.
Will my tour run in the order that is described?
Please note that this description is an example and stops or tastes may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have a delicious experience.
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