Madrid Tapas, Taverns & History Tour

2113 reviews

3.5 hours

Max 11

Why take this tour?

Devour are the food specialists in our family, running all of our food tours. They're obsessed with finding the most authentic and tasty food and the biggest characters at the local market. We think that passion makes them the best at what they do.

Highlights

  • Enjoy 9 tapas and 4 drinks across 4 historic tapas bars in the heart of Madrid.
  • Embark on a fascinating guided history walk through the oldest part of the city, with stories that come to life through your expert guide.
  • See iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, and Puerta del Sol in between stops for tapas.
  • Try a beloved tapa—sizzling garlic shrimp—at the bar that invented the recipe 80 years ago!
  • Learn the ins and outs of tapas culture at the city’s most storied bars, and discover how history has shaped the food we eat still to this day in Madrid.
  • Pair each bite with a beloved local drink and learn how to pour cider the traditional way.
  • Sites Visited
  • 4 family-run tapas bars
  • Madrid’s historic center
  • Plaza Isabel II
  • Royal Palace
  • Plaza de las Ramales
  • Plaza de la Villa
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Puerta del Sol
  • Plaza Santa Ana
  • Tour Includes
  • 4 tasting stops with 9 tapas and 4 drinks
  • History walk through Madrid’s historic center
  • Local English-speaking guide

Eat your way through centuries of Spanish history in one fascinating evening.

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Excellent
Our food tour was absolutely amazing. Eleanor was our guide and not only was she knowledgeable about our tour, her passion for Spanish cuisine was palpable. I am incredibly happy that we had this experience and would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys traveling, history and cuisine.
Tripadvisor customer · Jamil · Sep 09, 2025
Excellent
Eleanor was fun, super knowledgeable and has great taste. I wish we did this our first day in the city she had so many good recommendations.
Tripadvisor customer · Murphy · Sep 09, 2025
Excellent
Danny was wonderful, very informative and great fun. I would highly recommend to anyone coming to Madrid to get the feel of local food and drinks
Tripadvisor customer · Georgie · Sep 08, 2025
Excellent
Flo was an amazing knowledgeable and adorable guide! Such a fun afternoon walking around downtown Madrid learning and eating.
Tripadvisor customer · Kaitlin · Sep 08, 2025
Excellent
Awesome experience and a great tour guide really makes tours like this feel special. Flo did an excellent job leading the group. The stops and food choices were great and we left stuffed. Great history and insights along the way. Highly recommend across the board for anyone.
Tripadvisor customer · Nate · Sep 08, 2025

FAQs

Can my dietary needs be accommodated on this tour?
This tour is adaptable for: - Vegetarians - Pescatarians - Dairy free - Pregnant women We love providing delicious options for those with dietary needs. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking. This tour is not recommended for vegans and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease. Due to the amount of wine stops on this tour, it is not recommended for children.
Will my tour run in the order that is described?
Please note that this description is an example and stops or tastes may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have a delicious experience.

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