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Share a sociable night full of fun, food and stories on this deep dive into Madrid’s tapas scene. This premium personalised food tour takes you beyond your standard patatas bravas and calamari sandwiches and shows you how the locals do tapas. Discover the breadth of the Spanish food scene from the classic to the more adventurous and get a unique insight into the history and culture of Madrid, accompanied by an expert guide who knows all the best places to go.
Expect to share 12 to 20 delicious dishes recommended by your guide, according to the likes and interests of the group.
Go home with a deeper understanding of the culture, traditions, and social life that define Madrid.
• More than 20 years helping people discover Madrid through its food and drink
• Personalised tapas chosen by guests, not a fixed preordered menu
• Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best Food Experiences in the World (8th place in 2019, 12th place in 2022)
• Maximum group size of 10 for a more intimate experience
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Right between the 2 metro entrances of Metro Opera in Plaza Isabel II . Your tour guide will be carrying an A4-sized bright yellow Adventurous Appetites flier
End point is orientative only. Tour concludes at the last bar/restaurant, however a taxi back to your hotel can be organized by the guide (not included in tour price).
Itinerary
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Madrid (Pass by)
This is a deep-dive into Madrid and its culinary scene. A real evening out in real Madrid bars. You’ll experience the real tapas culture of the city, moving from bar to bar, tasting different foods, rubbing shoulders with the locals and discovering how Madrileños enjoy an evening out. Rather than following a rigid script, we share anecdotes, cultural insights, and practical tips that help you understand Madrid beyond the guidebooks. Much more than your standard patatas bravas and calamari sandwich, we offer a premium service where we tailor what we order according to group on the night. We will encourage you to expand your culinary boundaries a little and really get to the heart of the city through its food and drink. We visit 3 or 4 traditional local bars, each with its own atmosphere and speciality dishes. You will taste anything between 12 and 20 different tapas, depending on the size and appetite of the group. A drink is included in each bar.
Admission ticket free -
1
We will meet between the two metro entrances of Metro Opera in Plaza Isabel II, introduce you to fellow travelers and explain the plan for the evening. Having made introductions and seen the Royal Opera House we will start a night full of fun, food, drink and stories! PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING ITINERARY IS AN EXAMPLE ONLY. We adapt each tour according to the likes/dislikes/interests of the group so each night is slightly different.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
First Bar: It is only a short walk to the first bar where we will get you warmed up for the evening with some great food and drink and explain the origins of the tapas culture and some of its most important aspects. By the end of the night you will be well-prepared to get out and to negotiate Madrid's buzzing food scene on your own!
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Iglesia de San Gines
We will point out this emblematic church and tell you about the sweet treat hidden behind it!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Plaza Mayor
We will walk through the Main Square of Madrid and tell you a bit about its history and traditions and make a few suggestions on what to see/eat/drink during the rest of your stay.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We will tell you all about this iconic square, its buildings, history and traditions.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Second bar: You will have built up an appetite by now so we will go to our next bar It might be a crash course in Spanish ham or a traditional bar from the region of León which produces its own wine. We will explain how tapassing is done in Spain with useful information on how to order, tipping etc
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Third Bar: We are now getting into the swing of tapassing, Madrid style, so only a short walk to the next bar where we will get you tasting more of their specialty dishes. We will try to expand your culinary boundaries a little and get you tasting things you might not otherwise try!
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Congreso de Los Diputados
We will walk past the Spanish Parliament and tell you some stories about its historical and present day importance
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Fourth Bar: You may be beginning to feel a little full by now but avoid the bread and leave some room for the last bar where we will try to book a table and sit down to finish off in a more relaxed fashion, often with some great seafood. Our tour will end in this last bar and you should be very full!! Depending on the night and group, you will probably have tried anywhere between 12 and 20 different dishes and have got a real feel for the Madrid culinary scene.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for under 17 years
- Please note that some tapas will be shared with other travellers
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for under 17 years
- Please note that some tapas will be shared with other travellers
- This tour/activity will have an average maximum of 10 travelers
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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