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: 809
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 809 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
Excellent tour. We have never had a bad tour with Devour and you continue to impress. Every time we visit a new city we always look to see if Devour tours are available. The tour guide (David B.) was fantastic, the stops were great, and the tour in general was very enjoyable. Devour is always a great way to learn about a city in an intimate way and we highly recommend them.
Verified · Lucas · Oct 03, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Before the Food Tour we were getting lost in Old Town and too intimidated to enter the Tapas Bars. Our guide provided interesting history of Spain while we visited key beautiful plazas - helped us understand the context of the sites. The Iberian ham was best we ever had, garlic shrimp superb, and chili peppers very fun (because we did get the surprise bite of 'hot ones'). Really an enjoyable evening :)
Verified · Sarah · Oct 03, 2024 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Had a great tapas tour with Aranxta on our first night in Madrid. Visited three bars that we would never have found in our own, all had great food. Also an introduction to the city with a few stops at some of the main sights. Great value too.
Verified · Kim · Oct 03, 2024 · Australia · Female · 65 to 74 years
Great
Rheanna gave a fantastic tour with a genuine love for the city of Madrid, its culture and the old tavernas and their specialties. It really worthwhile tour to introduce you to the city, get familiar with areas and food traditions!
Verified · Emer · Sep 29, 2024 · Ireland · Female · 35 to 44 years
Excellent
David B was fantastic….we’ve done many food tours during our travels and this is one of the best!
Verified · Jennifer · Sep 27, 2024 · USA · Female · 65 to 74 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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