Santiago Food Tour Tapas Drinks and Delights with a Local

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Santiago de Compostela, Spain

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Do Eat Better Experience Santiago Food Tour is a walking tour in small groups around the old town. You will be guided by a Local Expert, who's able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and any other relevant fun fact and curiosity.

You will visit at least 4 venues and at the end of the tour you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal, tasting various tapas and drinks. you will get the chance to try some of the most iconic dishes, such as tortilla de patata, Patata con pulpo, and Galician cheese!

These tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing local lifestyle and a walking experience with a local friend.

Enjoy the most traditional tapas in Santiago and discover the secrets behind this Galician, worldwide famous gem. And don't forget: by booking this food tour, you will contribute to sustainable tourism and create shared value with local companies.

What's Included

Water
English-speaking Local Tour Guide
This is an itinerant tapas tour. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a meal in at least 4 stops
Alcoholic drinks in fixed amounts are included (only for over 18-year-old guests)
If you believe the Local Expert did a good job and you loved the food & drinks, consider giving them a Tip (it's not compulsory).
Any additional food and drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Praza de San Fiz de Solovio

Please, meet your Local Expert for the Do Eat Better Experience Santiago Food Tour in front of church of Santo Fiz de Solovio

End point
Mercado de Abastos

Please, bear in mind that the end point may slightly change according to the availability of our partners.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Santiago de Compostela

    Discover this charming city through its gastronomy and its tapas. Embark on a culinary journey with a local and enjoy the best tapas that Santiago has to offer. Please, bear in mind that the tastings here described may change according to the season and the availabilities of our partners.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Meet your Local Expert in Praza de San Fiz de Solovio, where you can admire the omonymous church, built in XII Century on the ruins of a more ancient Romanesque church. From here, you will move towards your first stop, where you will enjoy a selection of local tapas like mussels from Muros river, octopus or empanada gallega. The perfect way to discover Galician flavours.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Concha de Santiago

    Conchas - literally "shells" in English - are the symbol of Santiago de Compostela and of the famous Saint James Way, attracting millions of pilgrims every year. And right near the most iconic symbol of this town, you will have a taste of an even more iconic Spanish dish: tortilla made with eggs, potatoes and onions. A true comfort food across the country.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Praza de Fonseca

    Praza de Fonseca is a place where you can truly breathe local atmosphere, with a view on the Colexio de Fonseca - the original seat of Santiago's University - and its beautiful Renaissance courtyard. And right here you will indulge in a tasting of delicious Galician cheese, of course served with a glass of local wine.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Mercado de Abastos de Santiago

    Mercado de Abastos is the historical market in town, reconstructed in 1941 even though it has been serving as a local market for more than 300 years so far. Here, both locals and visitors can find a large array of delicacies, like fresh seafood from Atlantic Ocean. This is the perfect place to end your culinary journey, but not before a sweet note! In fact, according to the season, you will either try the famous Tarta de Santiago - a local almond cake - or a scoop of Tarta de Santiago-flavoured ice cream

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please, be aware that the guide may speak both English and Spanish during the tour.
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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