Madrid’s food culture comes alive through this immersive tasting experience in the city’s most character-filled neighborhoods. Traditional markets, historic cafés, and family-run eateries form the backdrop for discovering the flavors that define everyday life in the Spanish capital. The experience highlights time-honored techniques and ingredients, from expertly sliced Iberian ham and freshly baked chorizo rolls to seasonal produce sourced directly from local vendors.

Moving through a bustling neighborhood market offers insight into how locals shop, cook, and gather, while tastings of olives, cheeses, olive oil, and vermouth reveal the depth of Spain’s culinary traditions. Stories shared along the way connect food with Madrid’s social history, uncovering how small establishments have played a role far beyond their storefronts.

The journey continues through the historic center, where a classic calamari sandwich near Plaza Mayor delivers a beloved local specialty. A final stop at a historic pastry shop provides a sweet conclusion, rounding out a flavorful introduction to Madrid’s vibrant food scene.

Duration:
Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes

Start Time:
10:30am-1:30pm
To be confirmed at the time of booking

Inclusions:
Local guide, expertly guided walking tour, 6 tasting stops with 12+ tastes and 3 drinks

Exclusions:
Transportation to/from hotel and gratuities

Meeting point:
Plaza Santa Ana, Plaza de Santa Ana, Madrid, Spain

Ending point:
El Riojano, Calle Mayor, 10, Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Not Suitable For:
Guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. Vegans or guests with Celiac disease.

Important Information:
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty. Comfortable shoes recommended.

This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.

Individuals with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to inform in advance, so that necessary ingredients can be arranged.

The tour covers breakfast and lunch. Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.

Maximum pax on this tour is 10.

This tour operates daily, except Sunday from April 1-October 31, Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from January 1- March 31 and 1 November- December 31. This tour does not operate on: April 2-3, May 1-2, 15, July 25, August 15 and October 12.