--- title: "Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/malaga/tours/taste-of-malaga-tour-tapas-history-and-local-customs/ type: tour city: Malaga country: Spain price: 69 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 834 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: History between the bites rank_in_category: 1 of 5 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/tours/taste-of-malaga-tour-tapas-history-and-local-customs/ --- # Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs **Guidekin's take:** Seven food stops and more than fourteen tapas, bites and drinks across 3h 30m, capped at twelve people, which the operator fairly calls a full lunch. 4.95 from 834 reviews; come hungry and skip breakfast. In our comparison: #1 of 5 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview In this half-day activity, food lovers will discover the traditional products, dishes and hidden treasures of Malaga. During the tour, learn about the history of Malaga’s gastronomy and visit the city's local hot spots. Small Group of just 12 people max ## Before you book - Meeting point: Outside the Women´s Secret Store ( don’t… - Max 12 people: small group - Starts 11:00, 11:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: 14+ tapas, bites & drinks (Full Lunch),… - Children from €53: ages 17 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €69 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.95/5 from 834 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Spain Food Sherpas - Group: Shared, up to 12 travellers - Guide languages: English - Start times: 11:00, 11:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.95 from 834 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 827 of 834. - 5 stars: 801 (96%) - 4 stars: 26 (3%) - 3 stars: 3 (0%) - 2 stars: 4 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the generous tastings and knowledgeable guides; no recurring complaint emerges from these reviews. **Praised:** - Engaging guides explain local food, history and customs - Generous portions of varied local dishes, with drinks along the way - Market tastings and visits to places guests would not have found alone - Guides accommodate dietary restrictions and offer food or drink substitutions - Useful restaurant recommendations and written tips for later meals **Complaints:** - Lower ratings praise the food and guides without stating specific complaints Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-10-09 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Pass by the most emblematic cultural venues of Malaga - 7 Foodie Hotspots - Passionate English speaking Guide - 14+ tapas, bites & drinks (Full Lunch) - Iberian Ham Tasting - Atarazanas Central Market Tour ## Not included - Transportation to/from attractions ## Itinerary 1. **La Calle Larios** (5m) - We begin our tour on Málaga’s most iconic pedestrian street—Calle Marqués de Larios 2. **Mercado de Atarazanas** (45m) - Among 10 of the World’s Best Markets according to The Guardian Readers. You’ll discover and sample some of the ingredients that define Andalusian cuisine—fresh seafood, colorful produce, and local specialties. 3. **Iglesia de San Juan Bautista** (pass by, no stop) - *Stops and tastings may vary depending on seasonality and partner availability. 4. **Plaza Enrique Garcia Herrera 8** (25m) - Step inside a classic ultramarinos, a traditional Spanish grocery shop specializing in Iberian cold cuts and homemade vermouth. Here, we’ll enjoy a tasting of their finest charcuterie and a glass of their signature vermouth *Stops and tastings may vary depending on... 5. **Plaza de la Constitucion** (pass by, no stop) - *Stops and tastings may vary depending on seasonality and partner availability. 6. **Old Town Malaga** (40m) - In this beloved local restaurant, we’ll savor classic Andalusian tapas like gambas al pil pil or tenderloin in Pedro Ximénez sauce, all paired with carefully selected Spanish wines. *Stops and tastings may vary depending on seasonality and partner availability. 7. **Malaga Cathedral** (pass by, no stop) - *Stops and tastings may vary depending on seasonality and partner availability. 8. **Old Town Malaga** (1h) - We end the tour at a contemporary spot near the Alcazaba, where a talented local chef reimagines traditional dishes like gazpachuelo malagueño or arroz con chistorras. Enjoy these bold flavors alongside a perfectly paired Spanish wine—a delicious finale that blends innovation... 9. **Alcazaba** (pass by, no stop) - *Stops and tastings may vary depending on seasonality and partner availability. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 11:00, 11:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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 Outside the Women´s Secret Store ( don’t mistake it for Victoria Secret) Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJKd2aT5T3cg0R-A7pcDHKZPY ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - We cannot guarantee a 100% cross-contamination-free experience. - We cannot safely accommodate severe or life-threatening food allergies. - Substitutions for dietary restrictions are subject to availability and may vary from the standard tasting menu. - Dietary requirements must be provided at the time of booking or at least 24 hours prior to the tour. - Not recommended for vegans ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 5** | €69 | 3h 30m | 4.95 (834) | shared, max 12 | | [Ultimate Malaga History & Tapas - All Included Full Experience](/spain/malaga/tours/ultimate-malaga-history-tapas-all-included-full-experience/?format=md) | €115 | 4h | 4.94 (209) | shared | | [Guided Walking Tour of the Old Town of Frigiliana](/spain/malaga/tours/guided-walking-tour-of-the-old-town-of-frigiliana/?format=md) | €6 | 1h 30m | 4.83 (112) | shared | | [Alcazaba Malaga Guided Tour](/spain/malaga/tours/alcazaba-malaga-guided-tour/?format=md) | €18 | 1h 20m | 4.81 (1646) | shared | Ranked #1 of 5 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €6 to €115, median €18; typical length 1h 30m. 0 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/walking-tours-malaga/?format=md ## More in Malaga - All Malaga tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/tours/taste-of-malaga-tour-tapas-history-and-local-customs/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/malaga/?format=md