Madrid Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local

Join us for a 3.5 long walking food tour you will dive into a world of local culinary experiences in Madrid! You will try only the best dishes and tapas of each restaurant. Sipping a glass of wine or local beer you will be able to feel this unique lifestyle, based on hard work but also moments of pleasure, social life and relax. We will walk through the most beautiful streets of Madrid, passing by the most famous monuments, while our Local Expert will give an insight into the history and culture of the city. Please, bear in mind that the tastings here described may change according to the season and the availabilities of our partners.

You will start your culinary adventure in Plaza de Santa Ana, right in the heart of the city with its luxurious buildings such as the Teatro Español - the most ancient theatre in the Spanish capital - and the Reina Victoria Hotel, where bullfighter used to stay during corridas. Here you will also see the stautes of famous Spanish figures, like the dramatist Pedro Calderón de la Barca or the poet Federico Federico García Lorca. Here you will meet your Local Expert and you will head towards the first stop, where you will indulge in a delicious local tapas: gambas al ajillo, delicious and tender shrimps seasoned with a spicy sauce made of garlic and pepper.

After this first treat, we will head near Plaza Jacinto Benavente, a lively square named after the Nobel Prize winner writer Jacinto Benavente. In a tapas bar nearby you will try one of the most iconic dish of Spanish cuisine, the potato tortilla! Perfect to share, tortilla is a thick omelette made of eggs, potatoes and sometimes onions. Simply unmissable during your trip to Spain.

Plaza Mayor is probably one of the symbols of Spanish capital and a true a must see that's now in baroque style. It has always been a place full of historical meaning, where rendez-vous, announces and celebrations take place. In a bar nearby, you will try a staple of Spanish street food: the famous bocadillo de calamares, a delicious sandwich filled with tender and golden fried squids. Ideal to be shared!

trator Antonio Mingote, depicting life scenes in Madrid from the end of the XIX and the beginning of XX centuries. And after this introduction to local street art, indulge in Madrid’s traditional cold cuts, a delicious showcase of the region’s rich culinary heritage. Cebo, a flavorful cured pork, boasts a delicate balance of spices, while lomo, made from marinated pork loin, offers a tender, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Chorizo, with its vibrant paprika-infused flavor, is a staple in Spanish cuisine, adding a smoky kick to any dish. Salsichón, a seasoned salami, rounds out this delectable selection with its robust taste and satisfying texture. Often enjoyed as part of a tapas spread, these cold cuts pair wonderfully with crusty bread and a glass of wine, making them a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

will discover THE dessert in Spain to eat all over the day. Churros are long-shaped doughnuts fried in hot oil andserved with a cup of hot chocolate, ideal for colder days. In Summer, you will indulge in an ice cream, with flavours made with local ingredients.