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Madrid by Night: Tapas, Local Drinks & Hidden Gems Tour

4.9373 reviewsPlaza Mayor

  • 3h 30m
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover Madrid by night on a tapas crawl from Plaza de la Villa to La Latina. Taste classic dishes, vermut, wine, garlic prawns and dessert while eating like a local.

Inclusions

What's included

  • All food and drinks are included and equal to a full dinner.
  • Taste classic Madrid tapas, including Ibérico specialities and garlic prawns
  • Visit traditional tabernas, a wine bodega, and iconic local bars
  • Sip local favourites such as vermut on tap, Tinto de Verano, and regional wine
  • Explore Madrid’s tapas culture with a knowledgeable local guide
  • Finish with a traditional Spanish dessert

What's not

  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

  1. Your tapas adventure kicks off in Plaza de la Villa, one of Madrid’s oldest squares. Start with a taste of the city’s rich history and its love affair with tapas!

    15 min

  2. We pass by Mercado de San Miguel, Spain’s first gourmet market, admiring its historic iron architecture and lively atmosphere from the outside. Due to its popularity and heavy crowds, we don’t enter, but it’s a great spot to learn about Madrid’s modern food scene.

    15 min

  3. Next, we dive into the vibrant barrio of La Latina, known for its lively food scene and rich history. We’ll visit a hidden gem of a restaurant—tiny, with just six tables—famous for traditional tapas with a creative fusion twist. It’s a local favorite with a buzzing atmosphere!

    45 min

  4. At our next stop, at Plaza Mayor, we’ll dive into Madrid’s rich history and food culture. Here, you’ll taste the city’s legendary garlic shrimp, sizzling and fragrant, served with freshly baked homemade bread and paired with white or red wine.

    40 min

  5. We’ll wrap up our tapas adventure with a sweet local dessert near Puerta del Sol, one of Madrid’s most iconic landmarks. After your final bite, your guide will walk you back to the square and share tips for what to see next—or help you find your way home, full and happy!

    30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.9

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Know before you go

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.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 12 travellers
Operated by
Intrepid Urban Adventures - Spain
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Can children join the tour? This experience is designed for adults and older children. Unfortunately, children under the age of 6 are not permitted to join the tour.
  • Can the tour accommodate dietary restrictions? This tour was thoughtfully designed to offer a well-balanced local tapas experience. While we aim to be inclusive, some of the traditional establishments we visit may have limited flexibility in catering to specific dietary needs.
  • Is the tour suitable for vegetarians or those with food intolerances? The tour is suitable for vegetarians, as well as guests who are lactose-free or gluten-free (non-celiac). If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
  • How many food stops are included on this tour? We’ll visit five delicious tasting stops, each offering a unique flavor of Madrid—from traditional taverns to bustling market stalls.

How it compares in Madrid

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 1722 experiences we list in Madrid.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 86 of 1722.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Madrid

Madrid is Spain's sunny, sociable capital, home to great art museums, royal palaces, leafy parks and tapas bars that stay busy past midnight.

Three great galleries line the Paseo del Prado: the Prado Museum with Velázquez and Goya, the Reina Sofía with Picasso's Guernica, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza with its sweeping private collection. Beside them, El Retiro Park offers a boating lake, shaded avenues and the glass Palacio de Cristal.

Top-ranked sights in Madrid: Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), Puerta del Sol.

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