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Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Food Tour – Small Group Local Bars

4.9 · 5,138 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madrid Operated by Gourmet Madrid Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Group size varies by option: small group from €79 · private from €210
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
12:30, 19:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Twelve tapas across four locals' bars in the Habsburg quarter, each stop with a drink included, sized to replace lunch or dinner.

Runs as a shared group capped twelve or fully private; the youngest children cannot join.

In our comparison: #44 of 49 in Food & Tapas Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Small Group Tapas & Wine Tour The page price€79
Private Tapas & Wine TourDuration: 3 hours€210

Children from €70 (ages 4 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 31 August 2026.

Included and not included

  • Available either as a small shared group (max 12 guests) or as a private tour for you and your group
  • Tasting 12 authentic tapas at 4 local bars loved Madrileños, enough for a full lunch or dinner.
  • 1 drink included at each bar (wine, beer, vermouth, soft drink, or water).
  • Expert local food and wine guide with insider knowledge of Madrid’s gastronomy and traditions.
  • Explore the Literary Quarter and Plaza Mayor while discovering Madrid’s food, history, and culture.
  • Cocktails or spirits
  • Gratuities
  • Children under 4 years can not take part of the tour.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are not included.

Reviews

4.9
5,138 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 5,023 of 5,138

Star breakdown of all 5,138 ratings

5 stars
4,780 · 93%
4 stars
243 · 5%
3 stars
67 · 1%
2 stars
27 · 1%
1 star
21 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides, varied tapas and wine; the lower ratings state no specific drawback.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides explain Madrid's history and the food and wine
  • Varied tapas and well matched wines at different local bars
  • Filling tapas portions and generous wine servings
  • Relaxed groups and friendly conversation with fellow travellers

Complaints

  • Lower ratings mention the food and guides but state no specific complaint

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 September 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet your expert guide at the bronze statue of Federico García Lorca in Plaza de Santa Ana, in front of the theater, and start a 3-hour walking tour of Madrid’s Literary Quarter, exploring culture, history, and local flavors. Your Gourmet Madrid guide will be waiting in advance at the meeting point. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
12:30, 19:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Gourmet Madrid; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Moderate walking is involved. Comfortable footwear is recommended

Children

  • Minimum age for wine tasting is 18 years
  • Children under 4 years can not take part of the tour.

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Tour conducted in English and Spanish if needed, making it accessible for all travelers.

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Children from €70 ages 4 to 11

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Food & Tapas Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #44 of 49€793h4.89 (5138)varies by option
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Madrid Food Tour in a Neighborhood Market with Churros€892h 30m5.0 (243)shared
Madrid Tapas & Paella Cooking Experience with Local Market Visit€953h 30m4.98 (601)shared

Ranked #44 of 49 in Food & Tapas Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €24 to €376, median €85; typical length 3h. 4 of 49 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 49 Food & Tapas Tours

From €79 per adult · Small Group Tapas & Wine Tour