Madrid Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems (Small Groups)
Description
Embark on an unforgettable food tour in Madrid like a local, where authenticity and genuine Spanish flavors take center stage. Unlike typical touristy experiences, our carefully curated tour leads you to five different local gems, ensuring an immersive culinary adventure. Each stop is within walking distance, making it a relaxed and enjoyable way to explore the city's flavors. We prioritize visiting traditional establishments, where you'll get a true taste of authentic dishes. Engage with the locals and feel like part of the community as you share in their culinary delights. On this journey through 5 cozy local eateries, we will treat you to Madrid’s famous calamari, followed by tapas of jamón ibérico and Spanish tortilla. Next, indulge in the best mushrooms paired with refreshing sangria in a hidden gem. Later, savor the rich flavors of vermut, Spain’s beloved aperitif wine. Finally, enjoy croquetas, one of Spain’s most famous tapas, perfectly paired with a glass of Spanish wine.
Tour Options
Itinerary
1.- HIDDEN GEM: Begin your journey with a bite of the famed Bocadillos de Calamares, a crispy calamari sandwich served with a refreshing local beer, offering an authentic taste of Madrid's bustling food scene
2.- HIDDEN GEM: you'll sample the famous Champiñones a la Madrileña, succulent mushrooms sautéed to perfection, paired with a glass of fruity Sangria, the quintessential Spanish drink
3.- HIDDEN GEM: Next, indulge in the exquisite Jamón Ibérico, Spain's prized cured ham, known for its delicate texture and rich flavor while enjoying our gastronomic journey with the beloved Tortilla Madrileña, a classic Spanish omelet served in a unique, historic setting that encapsulates the spirit of Madrid.
4.-HIDDEN GEM: No visit to Madrid is complete without trying the renowned Vermut, a sweet, aromatic wine that has become a staple of the city's tapas culture
5.- HIDDEN GEM: Experience the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Croquetas de Jamón and Centollo, creamy croquettes filled with ham and spider crab, perfectly complemented by a glass of local wine.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(40)
We had a wonderful guide. Fernando took us around for an amazing food experience and was very knowledgeable about the food and areas of Madrid. He went above and beyond.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your food experience in Madrid and that Fernando's knowledge and dedication helped make it so memorable. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you on another Hidden Gems adventure in the future!
Thank you so much Fernando for helping us experience the real Madrid. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough. So much delicious food and alcohol (come hungry) and great stories about the history of Madrid 🙏
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering the authentic side of Madrid through its food, drinks, and history, and that Fernando helped make the experience so memorable. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you on another Hidden Gems adventure in the future!
What a great start to our trip to Madrid! Highly recommended. Fernando met us promptly and gave us a warm introduction that really helped break the ice. He was hospitable, thoughtful, and very prepared for our tour. I especially enjoyed the little things he did like take a moment to ensure that the next location was ready for us before we arrived so that we weren’t waiting awkwardly or finding ourselves without seats or a table. Fernando was very knowledgeable about Madrid’s history, and he was able to answer a lot of our questions. And because we had booked this tour for the start of our trip, we took note of many of the tour’s stops (food or historic) to come back to later on this trip. If you’re out there, thank you Fernando for the memorable tour!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that the tour was such a great start to your time in Madrid and that Fernando's warmth, attention to detail, and local knowledge helped make the experience so memorable. It's especially rewarding to know that the tour inspired you to revisit some of the places you discovered along the way and helped you make the most of your stay. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you on another Hidden Gems adventure in the future!
Our tour guide, Fernando, was very knowledgable of the city and local cuisine. He took us to some wonderful local spots. The mushrooms stood out as one of our favorites! He was also great about taking pictures of our family throughout the tour and sent them to us after. He was very accommodating and helpful with one member of our family who has a nut allergy, which we greatly appreciated!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering Madrid's local flavours and hidden spots, and that the mushrooms became one of your favourites! We're especially pleased that Fernando's knowledge, thoughtfulness, and attention to your family's needs helped make the experience so special. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you on another Hidden Gems adventure in the future!
Fernando was an excellent host. He knew so much about the foods, drinks and the area. Would book again in a minuye
Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the experience and that Fernando's knowledge of the local food, drinks, and culture helped make the tour memorable. Thank you for joining us, and we'd love to welcome you again on another Hidden Gems Food Tour in the future!
Fernando was the perfect guide for this tour. He was knowledgeable and entertaining. We had a large group and he accommodated to everyone's allergies and preferences, making sure everyone was included. The tour itself gave an excellent range of food and history of Madrid. We had the best time on this tour. I would not hesitate to do this again.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that your group had such a great time exploring Madrid with us. Making sure everyone can enjoy the experience, regardless of dietary preferences or allergies, is very important to us. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the combination of local food, history, and Fernando's guidance throughout the tour. Thank you for celebrating with us, and we hope to welcome you again on another Hidden Gems Food Tour in the future!
I highly recommend this tour. It was a great experience, a fun way to learn about some of the local food traditions. Good food, good drinks, great company. Fernando was a great guide, very knowledgeable and attentive to our tastes and preferences.
Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We're delighted to hear you enjoyed discovering Madrid's food traditions through the tour. Great food, local drinks, and good company are exactly what we hope to share with our guests. We're also pleased that Fernando's knowledge and attention to your preferences helped make the experience even more enjoyable. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you again on another Hidden Gems Food Tour in the future!
Several stops were included. For us it was too much food, all was wonderful and welcoming. John, our guide was delightful.
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the variety of stops and that everything felt welcoming. It’s great to know you had a lovely time with John — we’ll be sure to pass your words on to him! We’d also love to welcome you in another city. Just search on Viator: “City + Food Tour in Hidden Gems” and you’ll find us in Porto, Lisbon, Madrid, Amsterdam, Milan, Krakow, Warsaw, Budapest, Berlin, Mexico City, Cuenca, Quito, and Prague.
We had a great day with John in Madrid. He was personable and informative. Bring your thirst snd appetite! Great tour and a perfect day one activity in Madrid.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy you had a great time with John and enjoyed the food, drinks, and stories. If you travel again, you can also join our tours in Lisbon, Porto, Milan, Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Amsterdam, Krakow and Warsaw. In the Americas we’re also in Quito, Cuenca and Mexico City. Just search on Viator for “City Food Tour Hidden Gems” in any of these cities and you’ll find us. We’d love to host you again!
We had a great time with John. He was very personable and had a wealth of knowledge about the entire area. He even walked with us back toward the metro! Thanks!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour with John and learned so much about the area. If you travel again, you can also join our tours in Lisbon, Porto, Milan, Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Amsterdam, Krakow and Warsaw. In the Americas we’re also in Quito, Cuenca and Mexico City. Just search on Viator for “City Food Tour Hidden Gems” in any of these cities and you’ll find us. We’d love to host you again!
