Top Madrid Culinary Tours

Instead of guessing where to eat and what to order in Madrid, join this guided walking tour to combine food, wine, and history in one experience. Stroll through lively streets and landmarks such as Plaza Mayor while sampling tapas, local wines, and traditional vermouth. Along the way, learn insider tips—including which tourist traps to avoid—so you can navigate the city like a local long after the tour ends.

One of the best ways to experience a city is through its food, but knowing where to find the best bites as a first-time visitor can be tough. Get the inside scoop on where to eat in Madrid on this food and drinks walking tour that helps you get your bearings in Spain’s bustling capital.

Madrid is one of Spain’s great gastronomic cities and this private tasting tour is the ideal introduction to the city’s foodie scene. Explore the street food, hip bars, and traditional restaurants of Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood. You’ll enjoy your choice of six or 10 delicious food tastings including Spanish specialties like ‘patatas bravas’ and ‘tortilla’ (omelet)

Spain’s capital Madrid is a culinary hotspot where you can experience authentic local food and contemporary reimaginations. Dine at four different restaurants in the city—sampling traditional tapas in each—on this half-day small-group food tour that features bottomless white, red, and sparkling wine. You’ll also pass by local landmarks such as Calle Atocha and Plaza Mayor.

Sample the culinary secrets of Madrid as you taste and tour your way through the historic center. Choose between a 3-hour deep dive or a 2-hour express tour to learn how the Spanish eat out and enjoy their local culture. Your guide fills you in on the history and traditions while you enjoy tastings of savory tapas, the iconic squid sandwich, sweet treats, and Spanish wines or vermouth (non-alcoholic options available). Both options feature an exclusive "Secret Dish" for a true insider experience.

Dive into Madrid's culinary scene on this Express Food Tour, designed for travelers with limited time. Over two hours, explore vibrant streets and sample iconic dishes like the deep-fried calamari sandwich, seasonal pastries, and a variety of traditional tapas. Each stop offers not just flavors but also local stories and insights into Madrid's rich culture. Enjoy a unique Secret Dish and discover a historic delicatessen and a 170-year-old pastry shop. This tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the best of Madrid’s cuisine in a short time. - Two-hour food tour through the heart of Madrid - Taste classic dishes including calamari sandwiches and tapas - Visit historic eateries with local stories and flavors - Enjoy a unique Secret Dish and a traditional dessert

Taste and drink your way through central Madrid on this small-group food walking tour. Follow your guide to the area’s hidden gems while sampling up to five premium tapas and five drinks in top locations. Your menu includes Iberian ham, Spanish omelette, seafood, cod, peppers, and vegetarian options. Enjoy a relaxed pace and cultural insights as you get another perspective of the city.

A table at the world's oldest restaurant is normally booked out months in advance. This tour gets you inside before it opens: into the wine cellar and the wood-fired oven that's kept it running for more than 300 years, through war, famine, and a pandemic. Along the way, taste vermouth in a building once home to Spain's most celebrated novelist, and garlic shrimp at the tavern where the dish was invented. The evening finishes with a full sit-down dinner once the doors open to the public.

Getting to know Madrid’s cuisine alone can be hit-and-miss, with the risk you won’t get the full measure of its gastronomy. This small-group tour has a local guide to steer you to the must-try dishes and eateries, and help you distinguish between ‘pintxos’ (skewered bites), ‘raciones’ (larger portions), and other specialities. Plus, the flexible itinerary lets your shared group dip into eateries as you go, without previous arrangement.

Unless you speak Portuguese, navigating Lisbon’s food scene can be a difficult task. Skip the hassle of research and follow the lead of a private guide on a personalized food tour that can be tailored to your tastes. You’ll benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide and get tailored recommendations to last your entire trip.

Hello, I'm Adriana, a madrileña and food lover. I also study history, so of course I value our museums, beautiful architecture. But for me, the best way of understanding a culture is through its food. In Spain, it all starts in the produce market. So that's what we’ll visit: the local market in my neighbourhood. Just 10 minutes walking from Plaza Mayor, in La Latina. Here, we'll go through the stands -and the history- that shape our cuisine. Fishmonger, vegetables and fruits, butchers, … And I'll make sure you try the real icons of our gastronomy: 100% iberian ham, proper extra virgin olive oil, aged Spanish cheese, and seasonal produce. Everything we taste along the way is included. After we finish, you can choose to continue with a pairing lunch at 13:00 and 19:00 of 5 drinks, 6 tapas and dessert or with a cocktail pairing dinner at 21:00 of 3 drinks, seafood paella, tapas and dessert.

Discover Madrid through its gastronomy and customs in this 3-hour private walking tour. Your guide is passionate about cuisine and will show you some of the best food spots in town.

Escape Madrid for a full-day journey into the heart of Castile, where history and gastronomy come together in the Valladolid region. Travel with your driver-guide to Medina del Campo and admire the iconic Castle of La Mota, brought to life through stories of Queen Isabella I of Castile and Joanna of Castile. Continue with a hands-on visit to an artisan cheese producer, where you’ll learn traditional methods and enjoy tastings of aged sheep’s milk cheeses. Then, savor a reserved lunch at a local restaurant, with regional dishes and personalized recommendations. In the afternoon, head to a prestigious winery in Rueda. Explore historic underground cellars, discover the fusion of wine, art, and culture, and finish with a guided tasting of three wines. Return to Madrid enriched by Castile’s flavors and heritage.

Immerse yourself in local life and discover the most authentic side of Madrid through a gastronomic tour full of flavor and fun. We will take you to places better known to Madrid, where you can taste delicious tapas and share unique moments with other travelers. You can enjoy a glass of wine, vermouth or beer touring the flavors of all Spain. A perfect plan to meet people and make your trip unforgettable!