Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide
Description
Discover Madrid through its flavors on a tapas and wine tour led by a local expert. Wander through charming neighborhoods like La Latina and Barrio de las Letras, stopping at authentic bars loved by locals. Taste iconic dishes, from sizzling garlic shrimp and Asturian-style chorizo cooked in cider to slow-cooked beef cheeks, paired with carefully selected Spanish wines and cider. End the experience in style with a drink on a rooftop terrace overlooking Madrid’s skyline. Perfect for food lovers and first-time visitors who want to eat, drink, and explore like a local.
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Itinerary
Starting at San Miguel Square, your culinary journey will lead you through La Latina, Cava Baja, and Cuchilleros Streets, famous for their tapas culture.
Visit a local tavern to taste stuffed mushrooms and slow-cooked chorizo in cider with beer.
Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Madrid de los Austrias, passing iconic landmarks such as Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza Mayor, the legendary Restaurante Botín, Puerta Cerrada, and Calle Huertas.
Next, just steps from lively Huertas Street, we begin in a cozy “Casa de Comidas” — a renovated traditional bar — to taste tender Iberian pork cheeks (“Carrilleras”) with creamy smashed potatoes and a glass of red wine.
Walking through Las Letras neighborhood, Calle Huertas, Lope de Vega house museum, Plaza Santa Ana and Teatro Español
Then, we'll stroll through the vibrant Plaza de Santa Ana, past the historic Teatro Español, soaking up the atmosphere of one of Madrid’s liveliest areas. Our next stop features a classic Gambas al Ajillo — sizzling shrimp with garlic served in a clay dish.
And what better way to end this culinary adventure than by heading up to a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Madrid? Raise a glass of sparkling cava, toast to an unforgettable evening, and share stories with fellow travelers. Join us for this group experience, where every stop tells a story, every bite reveals a tradition, and every moment makes you feel like a true Madrileño.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please, be at the check in point 15’ minutes before departure time
- This product is subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on inclement weather.
- You are kindly requested to inform of any nutritional requirement (diet, allergies, etc.) at the time of booking the tour.
- There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In the event that this minimum is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund.
- There is a minimum of people required to operate on languages that are not English or Spanish. if this minimum is not reached, the tour will be offered in English.
- Tour may be affected due to special circumstances
- Rooftop drinks are only available on the 06:00PM tour. The 11:30AM includes one more tapa tasting.
Reviews(2,251)
Luis was a great guide. Very friendly and knowledgeable with great insights to the city and neighborhoods. The tapas was excellent and each restaurant had a different feel. I highly recommend this tour.
Augustin was great. Learned a lot about Madrid.
Luis is a great tour guide he explain everything with a lot of patience and very knowledgeable. I would prefer to use him again.
Luis was an absolute great tour guide So knowledgeable and informative And friendly Truly enjoyed this tour and would recommend it to anyone Ah also thanks to Augustin Thank you guys for making our time in a Madrid soo awesome
Luis is outstanding! We did this tour on our first day in Madrid. It was a perfect way to learn about the city, its history, food, and culture. We had a great small group with two other families and everyone was lovely. Definitely a great value for the amount of food and drink. Luis was friendly, patient, and provided great guidance. Five stars!!
Luis was a amazing guide. He provided us with absolutely the experience. Not only did he give us the history of the tapas in Madrid he was able to share about the women in history who helped to make Madrid the amazing city
Rodrigo was a great guide who was passionate about Spanish food. Good selection of tapas from local restaurants with a drink at each venue.
Augustine was absolutely delightful and the tasting experience was full of tasty food and well paired wines. He will teach you about Madrid history and help you with ideas to explore after the tasting tour ends
A wealth of information and exercises. The food was a wonderful pick. Austin’s was a great leader that was clear and concise about his knowledge of Madrid. Really enjoyed our time.
Augustine was very nice and very informative we really enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone
