
Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 574 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide worth booking?
Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide is a 2-hour experience in Alicante, Spain, from $33 per person. It scores 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 574 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 94 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (574)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $33 per person
Come with us and taste the best snacks and tapas from Alicante! A real local experience. Our proposal is having a gastronomic experience trying many typical products from our region, including fruits and vegetables brought directly from the orchard, meat from local farms, Mediterranean fish, as well as tasting cheeses and handmade sweets, all accompanied by typical drinks, both with alcohol and without alcohol. You will discover delicious aromas and flavors! We will meet at the central market and visit 10 different food places, which some of them have more than 100 years old. You can get to know the most experienced sellers and talk about the history of each product and the tradition behind each of them. Meanwhile, you will discover the interesting history of the central market and its hidden places. Booking this experience supports the small businesses, the local producers and the artisans that are still doing their work as it used to be done before. Vegetarian options available.
What you get
About this experience
Come with us and taste the best snacks and tapas from Alicante! A real local experience. Our proposal is having a gastronomic experience trying many typical products from our region, including fruits and vegetables brought directly from the orchard, meat from local farms, Mediterranean fish, as well as tasting cheeses and handmade sweets, all accompanied by typical drinks, both with alcohol and without alcohol. You will discover delicious aromas and flavors! We will meet at the central market and visit 10 different food places, which some of them have more than 100 years old. You can get to know the most experienced sellers and talk about the history of each product and the tradition behind each of them. Meanwhile, you will discover the interesting history of the central market and its hidden places. Booking this experience supports the small businesses, the local producers and the artisans that are still doing their work as it used to be done before. Vegetarian options available.
What's included
Included
- Food: 16 little specialities
- Drinks: 4 local wines
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Come with me to try the best snacks and tapas in Alicante! Enjoy an authentic local experience with 20 total tastings. We will sample typical regional products, including orchard fruits, cured meats, Mediterranean fish, artisanal cheeses, and handmade sweets—all paired with local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. You will discover delicious aromas and flavors! Meeting at the Central Market, we will visit 10 historic food stalls, some of which are over a century old. Meet the vendors and learn the history and traditions behind each item. You will quickly see why the Mediterranean diet is famous for being one of the healthiest in the world. By booking this tour, you directly support small family businesses, local producers, and traditional artisans. Pescatarian and vegetarian options are available.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Alicante
We will meet on the stairs of the Central Market of Alicante: Av. Alfonso el Sabio Nº10. The stairs are located on the main facade of the market, just in front of the avenue.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet on the stairs of the Central Market of Alicante: Av. Alfonso el Sabio Nº10. The stairs are located on the main facade of the market, just in front of the avenue.
Options you can book
Tapas Tour - Lunch Time
Duration: 2 hours 16 food tasting and 4 wines Stalls inside of the market
Tapas Tour - Dinner Time
Duration: 3 hours 8 tapas and 4 wines/beer. Evening time: On tours starting at 18:00 the indoor market is shut so we will visit the stalls outside, and some authentic tapas bars.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alicante Tasting Club
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 572 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
572 verified traveler reviews for Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent tour
This was a great tour - guide Paco very knowledgeable & great fun. Took us to 5 tapas bars - all good , one particularly good - went another twice when in alicante as chicken lollipops so good. Would recommend going 1st night so you can enjoy going back to bars.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic intro into the tapas market in Alicante
Francisco as a guide was fantastic. We got a very good insight in the different tapas available and it made us fully ready for a week in the Alicante neighborhoud.
via Viator
Various tastes
It was great 2 hours in the market, lots of info and tastes and no overeating. I recommend this experience💙
via Viator
A fun tour of a fantastic food market
Really enjoyable tour round this fantastic food market. Our guide was fun and interesting. The market is packed full of stalls selling meat, fish, veg and wine. Everything seems to be of good quality and prices were very reasonable.
via Viator
Alicante Food and Tapas
Great food and drinks with exceptional guide
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $33 to $39
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 201
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Alicante Tasting Club, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 91.8 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Alicante Tasting Club runsWhy this scores 94
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Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Alicante.
How much does Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide cost?
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Prices start at $33 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Alicante usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Alicante is not rushed.
Is Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 94 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 574 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Alicante, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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Around 201 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Alicante can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Alicante and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Alicante within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Alicante?
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On Outty we rank every Alicante experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks & Central Market, Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas Club, Canelobre Caves and Busot Tour from Alicante. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Alicante?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Alicante?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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Included: Food: 16 little specialities; and Drinks: 4 local wines. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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We will meet on the stairs of the Central Market of Alicante: Av. Alfonso el Sabio Nº10. The stairs are located on the main facade of the market, just in front of the avenue. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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Across 574 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Tapas Tour - Lunch Time, Tapas Tour - Dinner Time. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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