Tapas Tour from Across Madrid

Food, Wine and The City’s Soul

Explore with us the flavour and history of local food through tapas culture! Madrid’s tapas are also an exciting way to discover the character of the city and its buzzing street life.

On this evening walk we sample some of the best local tapas from past and present: you will discover how tapas began, and how this tradition works in Spanish society. The research and input of Art History professor Dr. Almudena Cros bring in a unique perspective on the various types of food we find documented in Art throughout the centuries. ...

As we visit traditional establishments and independent and family-owned businesses, you will learn how and why tapas have become an emblematic part of the city’s nightlife and its vibrant popular culture. We will discuss the true origin and meaning of the term 'tapa', as well as the effects of austerity, cultural shifts, and gourmet trends on Madrid's food culture. This is not 'another tapas tour' but an evening of sampling tapas within the social background and history of modern Spain. Taste the difference when you book a tour with Dr. Cros!


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Please note that we can accommodate families with children and adapt this tour for you.  Just write to us letting us know the ages of the children and preferred starting time and we will run a private tour for your family.

We offer this tour at lunchtime (starting at 13:30) and dinner time (starting at 18:30), but we are flexible and can adjust the time according to your preference. 

Length: 3 hours. Maximum group size: 4 people.

Prices:
50 euros per person
The costs for food and drink are not included and are estimated at 40 euros per person
You can pay for your own drinks and tapas at each establishment using your credit card or cash

Private tour prices

If you would like a guaranteed private tour, a supplement of 50 euros will be added to the total price. For example, the cost for a private tour for 1 adult will be 50 plus 50 euros = 100 euros, and a private tour for 2 people will be 100 plus 50 euros = 150 euros.

Family tour prices

For families including children, the cost will be 150 euros per family. This will be a guaranteed private tour.

No hidden charges: 21% VAT included in our prices.

Available days and starting times:
Please note that advance booking is required to ensure availability. As a small company we can rarely accommodate last-minute bookings, particularly during the high season. It is best to book early to avoid disappointment. These are our suggested starting times:

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 13:30 or 18:30.
Monday and Wednesday: 18:30.

Please note that this tour does not run on Sundays. 
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