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Madrid: Small-Group Food Tour with Local Tapas & Spanish Wine

4.9 Excellent 198 reviews
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2h 30m
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English
Free cancellation Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Five eateries across La Latina and the centre in 2.5 hours with pre-planned priority service, vermouth, tinto de verano and beer among the drinks. Vegetarian options exist, vegan and gluten free do not. 4.94 from nearly 200 reviews.

From the guide

Eat your way through Madrid on our Tapas Tour. Over two and a half hours, you'll explore La Latina and Madrid Centro with a local foodie guide who knows exactly where locals go to eat and drink. Along the way, you'll stroll through historic streets and visit iconic landmarks, including the famous Plaza Mayor.

Stop at five authentic eateries to sample some of Madrid's favourite flavours. Enjoy award-winning Spanish tortilla with caramelised onions and goat cheese, Manchego cheese, fuet, a Basque-style gilda, a squid ink calamari sandwich with aioli, garlic mushrooms with chorizo, and freshly made churros with hot chocolate. Pair your tastings with a local beer, a vermouth cocktail spritzed with gin, and a refreshing tinto de verano.

Between bites, you'll learn about Madrid's food culture and hear the stories behind the dishes locals love. We've taken care of the menu, reservations, and route, so all you need to do is arrive hungry and enjoy an authentic taste of the city.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 12:00, 17:00, 18:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 12:00, 17:00, 18:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 2, 2026.

What's Included

A guided walking tour of La Latina and Madrid Centro with a local foodie expert
Local drinks, including vermouth, tinto de verano, and beer
Priority service at 5 authentic local eateries with a pre-planned route
Vegetarian and alcohol-free options available at every stop
Authentic tapas tasting (enough for a full lunch or dinner)
Excellent value for solo travellers looking to sample a variety of local flavours

What's Not Included

Vegetarian options available; no vegan or gluten-free options.

Itinerary

Plaza de los Carros Madrid Stop 1
Meet your guide in this quaint square situated in the heart of the La Latina neighbourhood. Keep your eye out for a yellow "Carpe Diem Tours" sign.
20 min
Kick things off with an award-winning Spanish tortilla made with caramelised ... Stop 2
Kick things off with an award-winning Spanish tortilla made with caramelised onions and goat cheese, paired with a refreshing local beer.
25 min
Learn the meaning of "la hora del vermut" while sipping on a unique vermouth ... Stop 3
Learn the meaning of "la hora del vermut" while sipping on a unique vermouth cocktail, spritzed with gin, splashed with Campari, and served in a martini glass with an orange peel garnish. While sipping, snack on Manchego cheese, fuet, and a Basque-style gilda.
20 min
Sink your teeth into a unique squid-ink sandwich stuffed with freshly caught ... Stop 4
Sink your teeth into a unique squid-ink sandwich stuffed with freshly caught calamari and served with Abuelo’s house made “sweet wine.”
20 min
Plaza Mayor Stop 5
Stroll through Madrid's most iconic square and uncover the history behind one of the city's most famous landmarks.
20 min
Savour the bold flavours of garlic mushrooms stuffed with fried chorizo and s... Stop 6
Savour the bold flavours of garlic mushrooms stuffed with fried chorizo and served with a glass of tinto de verano.
20 min
Calle del Arenal Stop 7
Finish your culinary journey with freshly made churros dipped into rich, velvety hot chocolate.
25 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Meet your guide in the center of the square by the fountain, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early—late arrivals will not be eligible for a refund.

End point

No food tour is complete without a sweet treat. Try fried churros dipped in piping hot chocolate.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants under 18 will be served soft drinks instead of alcoholic beverages.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
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From € 58.5 / person