Spain · TAPAS TOURS IN MADRID
Good tapas tours in Madrid fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Madrid’s Prado Museum tour, with skip-the-line entry, expert art guidance, small-group options, and optional tapas.
“Our guide Andrea was great storyteller. But we want to see more art pieces with our guide.”
Taste 12 Spanish tapas in four historic Madrid bars, with wine, local stories, and a small-group walk through the Literary Quarter.
“This tour was great. Takes you to places that you normally wouldn’t have heard about, where locals usually frequent. You get a lot for the money…you’ll definitely be full at the end. Our guide Noemi was fantastic. She is a local Madrileño, clearly knows the people at the various establishments we went to, very knowledgeable and provides great information of all the places and food/beverages. I went back to one of the stops from the tour the next day and Noemi happened to be there also, conducting another tour. She helped me with remembering what we tapas we had and suggesting new ones. All in all, well worth it and…”
Review of Madrid’s four-hour tapas and wine walk, with local food, paired drinks, central sights, small groups, and rooftop views.
“Augustin our guide was fantastic! Very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed sangria, mushrooms, peppers, olive oil, cheese, meats and paired with some really good wines. Plus great views of the city. Highly recommend this tour.”
Review of Madrid by Night, a small-group tapas walk with local bars, Spanish specialties, light history, and practical tips for your stay.
“meeting new people, new food and new experiences. The tour guide was very informative and friendly was able to answer all questions”
Ride 11 km through Madrid’s landmarks, parks, and plazas with a lively guide, then add three pinchos and a drink for a tasty finish.
“Juan was an amazing guide. Super calm and had some puns always. Making it fun and interesting.”
Learn to make paella, tapas, gazpacho, and sangria in Madrid with a local chef, market visit, shared meal, and recipes to take home.
“What a great experience! Leaned, cooked, laughed, and ate. Nothing could be better! Teacher was excellent in getting us organized. Great for beginning and expert cooks!”
See Madrid’s palace, parks, plazas, and art district by vintage bike in three hours, with expert guides, photo stops, and an optional tapas add-on.
“If you visit Madrid, I highly recommend doing the bike tour! it's a fun and easy way to get to know the city centre and the main sights. Rudi was very knowledgeable and gave me plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the scenery on every stop. He also gave me recommendations for restaurants and rooftop bars, which was very appreciated 😊”
Taste Madrid through tapas, Iberian ham, vermouth, cider, and local history on a small-group food walk through the old center.
“Do this! We had a wonderful time learning about Madrid, as well as Spain, while enjoying many wonderful local food and drinks. Our guide, Jorge, was amazing and extremely knowledgeable and attentive. He made everyone feel comfortable and we ended our tour having made new friends. Treat yourself to this wonderful experience.”
Explore Madrid’s local tapas scene across four historic bars, with 10 to 12 tastings, four drinks, and a friendly English-speaking guide.
“Our guide was phenomenal! Extremely knowledgeable and took us to the best of the food scene.”
Taste Madrid through four La Latina eateries with tapas, Spanish drinks, local history, and a friendly English-speaking guide.
“Nada was great!! Kept us entertained and had a lot of history involved.”
Taste Madrid through La Latina, Plaza Mayor, and Las Letras with tapas, Spanish wines, and an evening rooftop cava stop.
“Absolutely fantastic! Our tour guide was amazing. Food and drinks on point.”
Cook four Spanish tapas, taste five wines, and share a six-course dinner at Madrid’s lively Cooking Clubhouse.
“An extremely enjoyable experience with friendly and happy staff. Turning out 5 separate Tapas was a rewarding experience and the way it was set up made for nice conversation with newfound friends. Will have fun memories of the evening and with the recipes in hand will anticipate taking such to my kitchen.”
Cook 10 Spanish tapas in Madrid with a chef, share your meal with sangría, and take home recipes and an apron.
“This was a great chance to hear about the historical origins of several of the Tapas being made. Homer had a great sense of humor and conducted the lessons in perfect order, dividing each task between the participants. The end meal was delicious and fun to make.”
Learn paella and sangria in central Madrid with tapas, Spanish omelet, ham toast, recipes, and a choice of seafood, chicken, or vegetable paella.
“We had the pleasure of having this activity as a team building night, and what a night! It has been an absolute delighted experience for all of us, not only we learnt how to make a REAL paella and sangria, but also had such laughs with Paulo, Marian and Viviana. I do recommend 300% and I will do it again for sure, therefore do not hesitate to book this activity! Thank you Paulo, Marian and Viviana for your warm welcome and for being such great hosts! Volveré! Solene”
Taste Madrid through local tapas bars, drinks, historic squares, and a Gran Vía rooftop view on this friendly 3.5-hour evening tour.
“Thanks to Lu for being a brilliant tour guide! The food and drink options were a fantastic selection of Spanish cuisine. The final stop of the rooftop was the cherry on top. Highly recommend this tour!”
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