Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth
Overview
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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.
At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Madrid's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
* Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' 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.
What To Expect
Madrid
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.
Plaza Mayor
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
Options
Private 3-Hour Food Tour
3-Hour Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a 3-Hour private food tour of Madrid for only you and your group. Starting point: El Oso y el Madroño, Prta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
2-Hour Food Tour in Spanish
Choose this option to join our 2-Hour Food Tour in a group of 18 people or less with a Spanish Speaking Guide Starting point: Pl. Mayor, 27, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
2-Hour Food Tour in English
2-Hour Express Tour: Choose this option to join our 2-Hour Express Food Tour Madrid in a group of 18 people or less with an English Speaking Guide Starting point: Pl. Mayor, 27, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
3-Hour Food Tour in English
3-Hour Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our 3-Hour Food Tour Madrid in a small group of 12 people or less with an English Speaking Guide Starting point: El Oso y el Madroño, Prta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
3-Hour Food Tour in Spanish
Choose this option to join our 3-Hour Madrid Food Tour with a Spanish Speaking Guide! Groups of 12 or less! Starting point: El Oso y el Madroño, Prta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
What‘s Included
Selection of Iberian Ham, Chorizo, Salchichón, and Lomo
Extra Drink Option: Choice of refreshing Sangria or local beer.
Marinated olives | Crispy fried squid sandwich
~~ Exclusive to the 3-Hour Full Tour ~~
Olive Oil Tasting | Additional Tapa of the day in a local bar
Local Wine, Spanish Vermouth, or Soft Drinks.
Manchego Cheese | A pastry from a historic bakery
Patatas bravas | Classic Spanish Tortilla | Padrón peppers
The Secret Dish: A surprise revealed only on the day.
~~ Included on both tours ~~
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
870 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Madrid food tour with Jorge
Nicole G,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The food tour with Jorge was fantastic. He had a wealth of knowledge and we had amazing food. Always good to spend time with a local!
Excellent food tour for Madrid
757hollands,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent knowledge, great discussions and very forthcoming with information and recommendations.
Fun times on the Madrid food Tour
Ethan S,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun tour with a great group and knowledgeable and interesting guide Jorge! Thanks for a fun morning!
One of our favorite food tours!
Y9603IQanthonym,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jorge was a fantastic guide! Learned so much and had fantastic food. He was funny and very personable. Highly recommend.
Great food tour of...
Sangeeta S,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great food tour of Madrid. I learned all about Iberico ham, calamari and more. I was there with my husband and 2 kids and Jorge engaged my children the whole time. Highly recommend!
Great local food tour of Madrid. Perfect for families!
GlobeTrotting553218,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food tour! One of my favorites! Learned much about the history of Spain and the food that locals eat. Jorge was a great guide for my family. He engaged both my kids (ages 7 and 16)! Definitely recommend.
We had a wonderful tour...
Erin Z,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour led by Jorge! The food was great at each stop and he shared so much history and culture of the region. Great way to spend our first day in Madrid!
So much fun!
tellst58,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ignacio was SO much fun!! He gave us a lot of great information about Madrid while guiding us to wonderful places to try some food. All of the food was outstanding! This is a great way to learn some history while also trying some new foods! I highly recommend!
A bite of Madrid
ivanazlizeka,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diego was really nice and made the tour interesting. The food was amazing as well as the drinks. 10/10 would recommend
Brilliant experience
Z1109NZjennyn,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant tour and the guide was very good. Would highly recommend.
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