Eating Madrid: Not Just Another Tapas & Wine Tour
Supplied by: Eating Europe
Discover the flavors of Madrid on a food tour of the Old Town and Barrio de las Letras. Savor the flavors of Spanish rice, try a fried calamari sandwich, and treat yourself to a scoop of turrón gelato
What's included
- 5 Food Stops + 3 Local Drinks
- Tasting of Rioja wines and jamón ibérico
- Fried calamari sandwich and not the usual paella rice dish
- Turrón gelato and violet ice cream near Puerta del Sol.
- Local English speaking Guide + City & Food Guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuties/ Tips
- Extra Drinks
Know before you go
Email us to advise of any dietary requirements such as vegetarian and gluten-free diets
Near public transportation
Service animals allowed
Highlights
- Sip Rioja wines and master jamón ibérico slicing at centennial underground cellar
- Skip the line and try the iconic calamari sandwich. Crispy, tender, and absolutely irresistible
- Take a step beyond the traditional paella to learn about a new twist on a classic rice dish
- Stroll through the streets of the Literary Quarter. from Mercado de San Miguel to Plaza Mayor.
Overview
Skip the tourist traps and dive headfirst into Madrid’s food scene like a true insider. Wander through the charming streets of the Old Town and Barrio de las Letras, where every stop serves up unforgettable bites and hidden stories. Kick things off in an underground cellar packed with Rioja wines and perfect your jamón ibérico slicing skills. Skip the line and head straight to La Campana for Madrid’s ultimate fried calamari sandwich—crispy, golden goodness hugged by a soft bun. In Barrio de las Letras, discover Spanish rice like you’ve never had before. Think paella, but fancier, bolder, and downright delicious. Save room for dessert near Puerta del Sol, where you can treat yourself to creamy turrón gelato or a scoop of floral violet ice cream. And don’t miss Plaza Mayor and Mercado de San Miguel, landmarks that are as delicious as they are iconic. Why waste time figuring it all out when Madrid’s tastiest spots are ready for you to explore?
Points of interest
La Casa del Abuelo, Calle de la Victoria, Madrid, Spain
Puerta del Sol, Puerta del Sol, Madrid, Spain
Mesón del Champiñón, Cava de San Miguel, Madrid, Spain
Plaza Mayor, Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Spain
Plaza de Ramales calle de la cruzada, Plaza de Ramales, Madrid, Spain
La Trucha, Calle de Manuel Fernández y González, Madrid, Spain
Bar La Campana, Calle de Botoneras, Madrid, Spain
Ciriaco Brown, Calle de los Abades, Madrid, Spain
Mercado de San Miguel, Plaza de San Miguel, Madrid, Spain
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund