Madrid Night Tapas Crawl with Local Drinks and Historic Stops
by Intrepid Urban Adventures Spain
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€207.36Overview
This 3.5-hour walking tapas crawl takes place in Madrid and includes five tasting stops featuring traditional Spanish tapas and local drinks. The tour begins at Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s oldest squares, where participants receive an introduction to the city’s history and tapas culture. The group then walks about 1.6 kilometers at a relaxed pace to Mercado de San Miguel, Spain’s first gourmet market. Here, guests taste a classic aperitivo consisting of vermouth or Spanish wine paired with aged Manchego cheese. Next, the tour continues to La Latina, a lively neighborhood known for its food scene. At a small restaurant with only six tables, participants try traditional tapas made with a modern twist. The fourth stop is Plaza Mayor, where the group samples the iconic bocadillo de calamares (fried calamari sandwich) served with local beer. Afterward, the tour visits a historic tavern established in 1860 to taste their well-known croquettes. The final stop is near Puerta del Sol, where a local dessert is served to conclude the evening. Throughout the tour, included tastings feature classic Spanish bites such as tortilla de patata, shrimps paired with Spanish house wine, Madroño liqueur served with chorizo, and more. The experience focuses on a social, seated tapas meal rather than a quick snack crawl. The guide offers recommendations for further exploration or directions back at the end. The itinerary may vary slightly depending on venue hours and crowd levels but maintains consistent quality. The tour can accommodate vegetarians and some food intolerances, though flexibility is limited due to traditional venues. Comfortable shoes are recommended for the walking portion.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Plaza de la Villa
The tour starts at Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s oldest squares. Guests receive an introduction to the city’s history and its connection to tapas culture during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Mercado de San Miguel
At Mercado de San Miguel, Spain’s first gourmet market, the group spends 45 minutes tasting a traditional aperitivo: vermouth or Spanish wine paired with aged Spanish cheese from a top market stall.
45 min
La Latina
The tour continues for one hour in the La Latina neighborhood, known for its lively food scene and history. Guests visit a small restaurant with six tables serving traditional tapas with a modern fusion style.
60 min
Plaza Mayor
At Plaza Mayor, the group spends 40 minutes tasting Madrid’s iconic bocadillo de calamares sandwich with local beer. The stop also includes croquettes from a historic tavern dating back to 1860.
40 min
Puerta del Sol
The final 30-minute stop is near Puerta del Sol, where guests enjoy a local dessert. The guide offers advice for further sightseeing or directions back to the square.
30 min
Meeting point
Plaza de la Villa, in front of the Statue of Don Álvaro de Bazán in the middle of the square. Address: Calle Mayor 70 (close to Mercado de San Miguel). Your guide will be holding an Urban Adventures Sign.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Madrid Night Tapas Crawl with Local Drinks and Historic Stops
by Intrepid Urban Adventures Spain
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€207.36Overview
This 3.5-hour walking tapas crawl takes place in Madrid and includes five tasting stops featuring traditional Spanish tapas and local drinks. The tour begins at Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s oldest squares, where participants receive an introduction to the city’s history and tapas culture. The group then walks about 1.6 kilometers at a relaxed pace to Mercado de San Miguel, Spain’s first gourmet market. Here, guests taste a classic aperitivo consisting of vermouth or Spanish wine paired with aged Manchego cheese. Next, the tour continues to La Latina, a lively neighborhood known for its food scene. At a small restaurant with only six tables, participants try traditional tapas made with a modern twist. The fourth stop is Plaza Mayor, where the group samples the iconic bocadillo de calamares (fried calamari sandwich) served with local beer. Afterward, the tour visits a historic tavern established in 1860 to taste their well-known croquettes. The final stop is near Puerta del Sol, where a local dessert is served to conclude the evening. Throughout the tour, included tastings feature classic Spanish bites such as tortilla de patata, shrimps paired with Spanish house wine, Madroño liqueur served with chorizo, and more. The experience focuses on a social, seated tapas meal rather than a quick snack crawl. The guide offers recommendations for further exploration or directions back at the end. The itinerary may vary slightly depending on venue hours and crowd levels but maintains consistent quality. The tour can accommodate vegetarians and some food intolerances, though flexibility is limited due to traditional venues. Comfortable shoes are recommended for the walking portion.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Plaza de la Villa
The tour starts at Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s oldest squares. Guests receive an introduction to the city’s history and its connection to tapas culture during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Mercado de San Miguel
At Mercado de San Miguel, Spain’s first gourmet market, the group spends 45 minutes tasting a traditional aperitivo: vermouth or Spanish wine paired with aged Spanish cheese from a top market stall.
45 min
La Latina
The tour continues for one hour in the La Latina neighborhood, known for its lively food scene and history. Guests visit a small restaurant with six tables serving traditional tapas with a modern fusion style.
60 min
Plaza Mayor
At Plaza Mayor, the group spends 40 minutes tasting Madrid’s iconic bocadillo de calamares sandwich with local beer. The stop also includes croquettes from a historic tavern dating back to 1860.
40 min
Puerta del Sol
The final 30-minute stop is near Puerta del Sol, where guests enjoy a local dessert. The guide offers advice for further sightseeing or directions back to the square.
30 min
Meeting point
Plaza de la Villa, in front of the Statue of Don Álvaro de Bazán in the middle of the square. Address: Calle Mayor 70 (close to Mercado de San Miguel). Your guide will be holding an Urban Adventures Sign.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.