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title: Madrid: Small-Group Food Tour with Local Tapas & Spanish Wine
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-small-group-food-tour-with-local-tapas-spanish-wine/
type: tour
city: Madrid
country: Spain
price: 69
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 214
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 13 of 24 (Food & Tapas Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-20
data_updated: 2026-09-20
canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/madrid/tours/madrid-small-group-food-tour-with-local-tapas-spanish-wine/
---

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

**Guidekin's take:** Five eateries across La Latina and the centre in 2h 30m with pre-planned priority service, vermouth, tinto de verano and beer among the drinks. Vegetarian options exist, vegan and gluten free do not. 4.95 from 214 reviews.

## Overview

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.

## Key facts

- Price: from €69 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 214 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Carpe Diem Tours

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid: Guided Tapas Food Tour | €69 / person | English | Explore Madrid on a small-group food tour with local tapas tastings and classic Spanish drinks at 5 authentic local eateries. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Private Experience | €275 / person (for 2+ people) | English | A private food tour led by a local guide who will share personalised insights and recommendations just for your group. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes |

## 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

## Not included

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

## Itinerary

1. **Plaza de los Carros Madrid** (20m) - 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.
2. **Kick things off with an award-winning Spanish tortilla made with caramelised ...** (25m) - Kick things off with an award-winning Spanish tortilla made with caramelised onions and goat cheese, paired with a refreshing local beer.
3. **Learn the meaning of "la hora del vermut" while sipping on a unique vermouth ...** (20m) - 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.
4. **Sink your teeth into a unique squid-ink sandwich stuffed with freshly caught ...** (20m) - Sink your teeth into a unique squid-ink sandwich stuffed with freshly caught calamari and served with Abuelo’s house made “sweet wine.”
5. **Plaza Mayor** (20m) - Stroll through Madrid's most iconic square and uncover the history behind one of the city's most famous landmarks.
6. **Savour the bold flavours of garlic mushrooms stuffed with fried chorizo and s...** (20m) - Savour the bold flavours of garlic mushrooms stuffed with fried chorizo and served with a glass of tinto de verano.
7. **Calle del Arenal** (25m) - Finish your culinary journey with freshly made churros dipped into rich, velvety hot chocolate.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 12:00, 17:00, 18:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting 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.

## Good to know

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

## How it compares in Food & Tapas Tours

Ranked **#13 of 24** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

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