Private: Madrid Historic Centre Food Tour with 10+ Authentic
Description
You and your friends will embark on an three-hours and a half Spanish gastronomy tour in the heart of Madrid's stunning historic centre. You will have the opportunity to discover local Spanish food experience and enjoy the unique way locals go out to eat. You will also walk through streets where each and every corner has something to tell. Once our experienced guide concludes our Tapas Tours in Madrid, your stomach will be completely full of yummy food and also you will have a wide knowledge of our day to day habits. Plus in all our tours there is a Secret Dish, which you can only find out about on the day. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
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Itinerary
You'll start in a historic pastry shop to enjoy a seasonal pastry. Followed by a visit to a deli over 180 years old, here we'll sample two types of Iberian ham, manchego cheese and extra virgin olive oil. You'll dine on a classic deep fried squid sandwich, a local favorite. We'll eat one outstanding tapa and share a bottle of Spanish cider. Taste a vermouth with the tapa of the day, a favourite with the locals. Finish the tour inside a restaurant that is located inside an 18th century building with a piece of Spanish omelette and the Secret Dish that changes every day.
On your tour you'll pass by Plaza Mayor , a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid. The Plaza Mayor is for the people of Madrid and tourists to shop, walk around, eat, and enjoy
A public square in Madrid, one of the best known and busiest places in the city. This is the centre (Km 0) of the radial network of Spanish roads.
A café at Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, in central Madrid, in a passageway close to San Ginés church, west of the Puerta del Sol.
The most popular market in Madrid among tourists since it is located in the centre of Madrid, within walking distance from Plaza Mayor.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: The itinerary and menu are subject to changes, based on the location's availability, weather and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
Reviews(97)
Private tour with Jo was phenomenal. This tour wasn’t just about food but also history. Not only was the food great on the tour, but she gave fantastic recommendations for other places to try. We went back to multiple places that we visited in the tour. Highly recommend Secret Food Tours and Jo!
We appreciate your feedback! It’s good to hear the tastings felt more connected once the local context came into view. You’re invited to join another Secret Food Tours wherever you travel next.
We did a private tour with Jo from Secret Food Tours. She was so knowledgeable, easy to talk to and explained the history of Madrid as well as the excellent food we tasted. There were 5 stops with different tapas but all were excellent! Highly recommend this tour and Jo!
We appreciate you sharing your experience. It’s great to hear you enjoyed both the flavors and the friendly atmosphere throughout the tour. When you’re ready for more, Secret Food Tours will be waiting in another great destination!
Jorge was great, he was extremely informative and accommodating. There is a lot of information, it is probably better to schedule this tour early on in your trip as you get information about where to go and what to do in Madrid.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts about the tour. We’re pleased the food and insights gave you a meaningful look at the local scene. We’d love to welcome you again on another Secret Food Tour somewhere across the globe!
An amazing experience in itself with the very capable and knowledgeable guide Jorge Ortega. Not only were we treated to the flavors and stories of Madrid but we were also lucky to witness the Fiesta de la Trashumancia , which I have been calling the the running of the sheep.
We really appreciate you taking the time to write this. It’s nice hearing that you enjoyed the tastings and the stories that came with each stop. We hope to welcome you again soon on another Secret Food Tour somewhere around the world!
George is an excellent guide. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about food as well as his country. He involves everyone in the group to participate which is very nice. Highly recommende
It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed the food, the stories, and the atmosphere! We always want each tour to feel welcoming and full of discoveries. You’re always invited back with Secret Food Tours in 100+ cities.
Diego was knowledgeable, and made the experience awesome. Highly recommend going with Diego! After the tour, Diego sent a list of the places we had been to, and also recommend a few other locations based on our conversation on the tour.
It’s wonderful that you had such a good time. We always enjoy seeing guests discover something new and delicious about the city. Secret Food Tours would love to welcome you again soon!
Jorge delivered a feast, literally, in his fascinating tour highlighting the historical and gastronomic hits of Madrid.
We’re so happy you had a great time from start to finish. The laughter and good food make it special for us too. Secret Food Tours looks forward to seeing you again sometime soon!
Jorge was an amazing tour guide. Very personable and made the tour very interesting. We also learned about a pastry we otherwise never would try by ourselves.
It’s great to know you had such a positive time. Our guides love meeting food lovers who appreciate the local charm and flavors. Secret Food Tours in 100+ cities is always ready for your next adventure!
Had a fun time with lots of local history and good food stops. Plenty food and drink. It was a lot of walking but welcomed between food stops. Vermut was surprisingly good. The calamari sandwich was surprisingly good and a fun local snack. We went to places the locals go.
We’re really happy to hear you had a great time. Our guides love what they do, and it’s great knowing their passion made your experience memorable. You’ll always have something new to discover with Secret Food Tours!
Thoroughly enjoyed our walking history/secret food tour of Madrid with Jorge in Sunday, October 12, 2025. Jorge was welcoming, informative, friendly, humorous and very knowledgeable. We learned a lot about Madrid and got to taste some wonderful, local food samplings. We ate enough food to last us all day! 😊 we definitely recommend this experience to all who are visiting Madrid and who would like to experience local, family-owned places and taste some delicious food.
We’re so pleased the tour met your expectations. It’s always great hearing guests enjoyed the food and learned something new along the way. You’ll find that same passion wherever Secret Food Tours takes you next!
