Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Walking Tour – Small Group Local Bars
Overview
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3 hours
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Explore Madrid on foot on this 3-hour small-group tapas and wine tour in the heart of the city center. Visit four local bars loved by Madrileños, tasting over 10 traditional tapas paired with excellent Spanish wines. Dishes may include Ibérico ham, salted cod, Spanish omelet, or chickpea stew.
Led by excellent local guides from Gourmet Madrid Tours, pioneers in Madrid tapas tours with 15+ years of experience, enjoy a masterclass on gastronomy, history, and culture, finishing at the iconic Plaza Mayor.
Groups limited to 12 for a personalized, authentic, and high-quality experience, perfect for food, wine, and culture lovers seeking a unique local adventure.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for wine tasting is 18 years
Operated by a bilingual guide in English and Spanish
Small Group Tour
Children under 9 years can not take part of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1 drink included at each bar (wine, beer, vermouth, soft drink, or water).
Tour conducted in English and Spanish if needed, making it accessible for all travelers.
Explore the historic Literary Quarter and Plaza Mayor while learning about Spanish cuisine.
Local guide sharing expert knowledge of Madrid’s food culture and culinary traditions.
Small group (max 12 people) ensures personalized attention and a relaxed, social atmosphere.
Tasting of more than 12 authentic tapas at 4 local bars loved Madrileños, enough for a full dinner.
Cocktails or spirits
Gratuities
Children under 9 years can not take part of the tour.
What To Expect
Plaza De Santa Ana
Meet your guide at the Federico García Lorca statue in Plaza de Santa Ana and explore Madrid on foot on this small-group tapas and wine tour. Discover local tapas bars loved by Madrileños, enjoying over 10 traditional tapas and Spanish wines (Tempranillo, Malvar, Garnacha, Parellada) or beer/soft drinks. Taste examples like Iberian ham, Spanish omelet, cod brandade, eggplant with honey, and chickpea stew. Learn about Madrid’s cuisine, history, and hidden gems from your expert local guide, and experience authentic taverns and the Literary Quarter. Visit up to four bars, each with a drink and tapa, ending in a centrally located bar near Plaza Mayor, perfect to continue your evening. Small groups (max 12) ensure a personalized, high-quality foodie experience.
Calle de las Huertas
Visit up to four bars on your tour, enjoying wine tastings in each. Sample Spanish wines like Tempranillo, Malvar, Garnacha, and Parellada, paired with a complimentary tapa. Beer or soft drinks (one per bar) are included. Dishes vary but may include eggplant with honey, cod brandade, Spanish omelet, Iberian ham, and chickpea stew. The tour ends at a centrally located bar to continue your evening. Bar 1: Step inside a charming Castilian sherry bar with an atmospheric, old-fashioned interior. Learn about fortified wines from crisp finos to aged olorosos, admire the chalkboard of daily tapas specials, and soak up the lively local ambiance that makes this bar a favorite among Madrileños.
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Reviews
3,489 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Perfect Evening
Darlene S,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great night, featuring Spanish food and wine. Our guide, Carmen, was very knowledgeable, helpful and just really engaged with all of the people on the tour. She took time to chat with everyone. From whites to reds to vermouths, the selection was perfect. And the food divine!
the best wine and tapas tour ever
Ivy A,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00the best wine and tapas tour ever!!! Sylvia was amazing at engaging the group and introducing us to different wines and tapas, and origin of different tapas, even some stories to share! Highly recommend anyone to join, especially solo travellers to meet new friends
Great experience with our...
Thomas M,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience with our guide Osmel, tapas, wine and fellow tour group. Osmel did a wonderful job linking our stops to Spanish wine industry and culture. And the tapas were great. We were not disappointed.
A must-do in Madrid!
William H,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00We travelled around the centre of Madrid. First stop Abuelo. Quintessential tapas with the best garlic pepper shrimp I have ever had. Vermouth on tap was delicious. The next number of tapas bars were all very good, but did not top Abuelo. The negative commentary came from those whose expectations were misplaced. This is not a middle-American interpretation of Spanish food. THIS IS SPANISH FOOD CULTURE. Do a little research about Spanish food culture and decide for yourself. It isn’t fair to criticize the tour or the country if your palate is narrow. The experienced guide was excellent in sharing stories of the tapas bars, the regional cuisines and drinks offered.
Excellent Madrid experience!
Judy H,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great activity for a fully immersive Madrid experience! So fun and delicious! A real treat with great food and wine!
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