
Tapas and history tour through old Madrid
2 h
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Pass By: Puerta del Sol, 28013 Madrid Spain
Your culinary stroll will begin at either 12:30 PM or 7:00 PM at the Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree (Puerta del Sol). From here, you will begin your tour with a local expert in history and gastronomy to some the most popular tapas bars of Madrid. You will experience the same venues that the locals go to, seeking traditional tapas such as iberian ham, manchego cheese, garlic shrimp, fried cod (a typical tapa from Madrid) padron peppers, bravas, Spanish Omelette, and more tapas according to the tapas bars that you will visit on the day. You will also get to try a delicious dessert of chocolate with churros (in the winter), or ice cream (in the summer). You will also pass by iconic Madrid landmarks such as the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa (the old city council), San Miguel Market, The oldest restaurant in the world, the Austrian's Neighborhood and the San Gines Church. During your tour, you will learn more about the history of Madrid as well as about the tapas tradition, being able to ask as many questions as you like during your tour.
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Puerta del Sol, 28013 Madrid Spain
Your culinary stroll will begin at either 12:30 PM or 7:00 PM at the Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree (Puerta del Sol). From here, you will begin your tour with a local expert in history and gastronomy to some the most popular tapas bars of Madrid. You will experience the same venues that the locals go to, seeking traditional tapas such as iberian ham, manchego cheese, garlic shrimp, fried cod (a typical tapa from Madrid) padron peppers, bravas, Spanish Omelette, and more tapas according to the tapas bars that you will visit on the day. You will also get to try a delicious dessert of chocolate with churros (in the winter), or ice cream (in the summer). You will also pass by iconic Madrid landmarks such as the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa (the old city council), San Miguel Market, The oldest restaurant in the world, the Austrian's Neighborhood and the San Gines Church. During your tour, you will learn more about the history of Madrid as well as about the tapas tradition, being able to ask as many questions as you like during your tour.
Included
- Three authentics tapas bars
- 1 drink (wine, vermouth, beer, soft drinks or water) in each bar.
- Food tasting as (Iberian ham, Manchego cheese, garlic shrimp,bravas, padron pepper, anchovies in vinegar, croquettes, Fried cod, Mushrooms, Spanish omelette etc)
- Local guide in English and Spanish.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Alcoholic Beverages
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Minimum age is 18 years.
- In some bars you may not be sitting but in the bar
- Not recommended for Celiacs, vegetarians, vegans, lactose intolerant and for those who can not eat fish
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
75%
Food
45%
Original
35%
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It was an amazing tour! Our guide was great! She was very knowledgable with the history of Madrid. She took us to great restaurants. What I thought was unique is she showed us the techniques of how the food is eaten. I would highly recommend this tour.