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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour
(3112) Reviews
Madrid
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour is in English.
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Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
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This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Madrid’s history comes to life through food and fascinating stories on this one-of-a-kind tapas crawl. In between stops at some of the city’s oldest tapas bars, you’ll embark on a journey through hundreds of years of history past legendary monuments, unassuming hidden corners, and everything in between. You’ll also gain firsthand knowledge of how to go out for tapas just like the locals do in Madrid!
Highlights
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local English-speaking guide
History walk through Madrid’s most iconic sights (Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor & Puerta del Sol)
4 tasting stops with 9 tapas and 4 drinks
Spanish Speaking guide (if option selected)
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Pl. Mayor, 27
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be waiting for you holding a red Devour Tours tote bag or sign. This tour meets at Plaza Mayor, 27 in front of the Tourism Office near the orange ¨i¨ (for information).
Return
C. de la Cruz, 14
Itinerary
1
Casa Labra
Your evening begins at a historic tavern in the heart of Madrid, where you’ll enjoy your first tapas of the evening along with vermouth—Spain’s favorite aperitif. Get a crash course in the art of tapeo as your guide shares some of the secrets of going out for tapas here in Madrid.
35 minutes
2
El Escarpín
Your next stop was once a horse stable and is now a beloved family-run restaurant serving homemade dishes from Asturias. You'll see how cider is traditionally poured and even get the chance to try it yourself! You'll sip your freshly-poured cider and enjoy two tapas typical to region.
50 minutes
3
Royal Palace of Madrid
After that, you’re off to discover Madrid’s history up close on an expertly guided walking tour! For the next 35 minutes, history will come alive before your eyes as you pass iconic sights like the Royal Palace, one of the largest royal palaces in the world, and wander through the historic Habsburg neighborhood with buildings dating back to the 15th and 17th centuries.
4
Mesón del Champiñón
Having worked up an appetite, it’s time for more tapas at a beloved bar in the historic center. Each of these bites is a time-honored local favorite that has won the hearts of generations of madrileños over the decades! You'll pair your tapas with a delicious wine cocktail locals love on a night
25 minutes
5
Plaza Mayor
You'll resume your history walk visiting Madrid’s famed Plaza Mayor that has been the scene of bull fights, plays, and even public trials during the Inquisition.
15 minutes
6
Puerta del Sol
Next, you'll see the lively Puerta del Sol, a lively plaza. Your guide will fill you in on why these plazas hold immense significance in Madrid's history and culture.
15 minutes
7
La Casa del Abuelo NÚÑEZ DE ARCE
The next stop is a family-run bar open since 1906. Here you'll try Madrid's signature tapa, gambas al ajillo or garlic shrimp, at the place it was invented with a glass of wine.
Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour
(3112) Reviews
Madrid
About
Madrid’s history comes to life through food and fascinating stories on this one-of-a-kind tapas crawl. In between stops at some of the city’s oldest tapas bars, you’ll embark on a journey through hundreds of years of history past legendary monuments, unassuming hidden corners, and everything in between. You’ll also gain firsthand knowledge of how to go out for tapas just like the locals do in Madrid!
Highlights
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local English-speaking guide
History walk through Madrid’s most iconic sights (Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor & Puerta del Sol)
4 tasting stops with 9 tapas and 4 drinks
Spanish Speaking guide (if option selected)
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Pl. Mayor, 27
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be waiting for you holding a red Devour Tours tote bag or sign. This tour meets at Plaza Mayor, 27 in front of the Tourism Office near the orange ¨i¨ (for information).