
Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 891 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth worth booking?
Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth is a 2-hour experience in Madrid, Spain, from $86 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 891 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (891)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $86 per person
You and your friends will embark on an three-hours and a half Spanish gastronomy tour in the heart of Madrid's stunning historic centre. You will have the opportunity to discover local Spanish food experience and enjoy the unique way locals go out to eat. You will also walk through streets where each and every corner has something to tell. Once our experienced guide concludes our Tapas Tours in Madrid, your stomach will be completely full of yummy food and also you will have a wide knowledge of our day to day habits. Plus in all our tours there is a Secret Dish, which you can only find out about on the day. At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Madrid's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history.
What you get
About this experience
You and your friends will embark on an three-hours and a half Spanish gastronomy tour in the heart of Madrid's stunning historic centre. You will have the opportunity to discover local Spanish food experience and enjoy the unique way locals go out to eat. You will also walk through streets where each and every corner has something to tell. Once our experienced guide concludes our Tapas Tours in Madrid, your stomach will be completely full of yummy food and also you will have a wide knowledge of our day to day habits. Plus in all our tours there is a Secret Dish, which you can only find out about on the day. At the end of your tour, you'll have sampled some of Madrid's most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of our culture and history.
What's included
Included
- Selection of Iberian Ham, Chorizo, Salchichón, and Lomo
- Extra Drink Option: Choice of refreshing Sangria or local beer.
- Marinated olives | Crispy fried squid sandwich
- ~~ Exclusive to the 3-Hour Full Tour ~~
- Olive Oil Tasting | Additional Tapa of the day in a local bar
- Local Wine, Spanish Vermouth, or Soft Drinks.
- Manchego Cheese | A pastry from a historic bakery
- Patatas bravas | Classic Spanish Tortilla | Padrón peppers
- The Secret Dish: A surprise revealed only on the day.
- ~~ Included on both tours ~~
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Madrid
You'll start in a historic pastry shop to enjoy a seasonal pastry. Followed by a visit to a deli over 180 years old, here we'll sample two types of Iberian ham, manchego cheese and extra virgin olive oil. You'll dine on a classic deep fried squid sandwich, a local favorite. We'll eat one outstanding tapa and share a bottle of Spanish cider. Taste a vermouth with the tapa of the day, a favourite with the locals. Finish the tour inside a restaurant that is located inside an 18th century building with a piece of Spanish omelette and the Secret Dish that changes every day.
Plaza Mayor
On your tour you'll pass by Plaza Mayor , a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid. The Plaza Mayor is for the people of Madrid and tourists to shop, walk around, eat, and enjoy
Pass by without stopping
Puerta del Sol
A public square in Madrid, one of the best known and busiest places in the city. This is the centre (Km 0) of the radial network of Spanish roads.
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Mercado San Miguel
The most popular market in Madrid among tourists since it is located in the centre of Madrid, within walking distance from Plaza Mayor.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Madrid
We'll meet at Plaza Mayor, in front of the tourist information office, next to the prominent letter "i". Your guide will be waiting with and orange umbrella and a big smile!
Meeting point
Madrid
The meeting spot is outside metro Sol (lines 1, 2 and 3), where the "Oso y Madroño" statue, just in front of the Apple store. Your guide will be waiting with and orange umbrella and a big smile!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our tour will end at Calle Mayor, 10, Centro, 28013 Madrid. Just 200 meters from the meeting spot.
Options you can book
Private 3-Hour Food Tour
3-Hour Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a 3-Hour private food tour of Madrid for only you and your group. Starting point: The Bear & the Strawberry tree, Prta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
3-Hour Food Tour in English
3-Hour Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our 3-Hour Food Tour Madrid in a small group of 12 people or less with an English Speaking Guide Starting point: The Bear & the Strawberry tree, Prta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
2-Hour Food Tour in English
2-Hour Express Tour: Choose this option to join our 2-Hour Express Food Tour Madrid in a group of 18 people or less with an English Speaking Guide Starting point: Pl. Mayor, 27, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Secret Food Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 891 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
891 verified traveler reviews for Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Incredible food and fun experience, highly recommend
We had an amazing experience on the Madrid food tour. Joe our tour guide was incredible. Really fun, knowledgeable and looked after us so well! Taken to places we wouldn’t have thought to go to and experienced such good food and service along the way from local eateries. Kicking the tour off with a glass of vermouth was unforgettable! Thank you so much :)
Response from the operator: We hope the city felt a little more familiar by the time we finished exploring together. We’re grateful you joined Secret Food Tours and gave us the chance to share our corner of it with you. Come see us again whenever you’re in town!
via Tripadvisor
Increíble way to fall in love with Madrid
Wowee. Joe (Maria Joseph) was incredible - so knowledgeable about food, politics, history and really brought the city to life for us. Learned loads (didn’t expect to) and the food was incredible. A brilliant way of getting to know the city and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells. Wonderful day.
Response from the operator: There’s no better way to get to know a place than through the food people love. We’re glad you joined Secret Food Tours and got to share that experience with us. We’d love to have you back for another taste of the city!
via Tripadvisor
Secret Food Tour of Madrid
We had a fabulous time with Jorge on our Secret Food tour of Madrid! He took us to 5 amazing little gems where the food was all delicious and gave us a real example of what Madrid natives eat. He was very knowledgeable, funny, and shared great insights about Madrid and its people. Couldn’t possibly recommend him more highly! Thanks Jorge, for sharing your city with us!
Response from the operator: Sharing good food with great company is what a food tour is all about. Thanks for spending part of your visit with Secret Food Tours and exploring with us. There are always more local flavors waiting to be discovered!
via Tripadvisor
Ask for Jorge
Jorge was an amazing informed guide. Great sense of humor, very knowledgeable about the area and wonderful advice for additional activities in Madrid. He enhanced our experience by taking us to the Oldest continuously operating pharmacy in Madrid
Response from the operator: We love helping guests experience a city one bite at a time. It was a pleasure having you along with Secret Food Tours and sharing the food culture with you. Come hungry again whenever you’re back in town!
via Tripadvisor
The best food tour ever ( ask for Jorge)
Jorge is delight. He gave as a wonderful tour at our speed. He gave us marvelous information about the city and the establishments we were visiting. The places chosen for our food stops were exceptional and authentic. All five of us agreed that Jorge was one of the best guides we have had (we all travel a great deal).
Response from the operator: Coming from seasoned travelers, this means a lot, Joy! Madrid moves at its own pace, and it's rewarding to know the day matched yours, with stops that felt true to the city. I'll make sure the team sees this, and Secret Food Tours would be glad to welcome all five of you back in another city.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $86 to $329
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 312
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Secret Food Tours, who run 207 experiences we rank across 112 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.6 and 17 in the 90+ Club.
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Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Madrid.
How much does Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth cost?
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Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Madrid usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth 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 Madrid is not rushed.
Is Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 891 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Madrid, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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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 Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth 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 Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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Around 312 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 Madrid 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 Madrid and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth 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 Madrid 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 Madrid?
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On Outty we rank every Madrid experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace, Madrid Walking Tour from Puerta del Sol to Retiro Park, Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide. 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 Madrid?
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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 Madrid?
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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 Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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Included: Selection of Iberian Ham, Chorizo, Salchichón, and Lomo; Extra Drink Option: Choice of refreshing Sangria or local beer; Marinated olives | Crispy fried squid sandwich; ~~ Exclusive to the 3-Hour Full Tour ~~; and Olive Oil Tasting | Additional Tapa of the day in a local bar. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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We'll meet at Plaza Mayor, in front of the tourist information office, next to the prominent letter "i". Your guide will be waiting with and orange umbrella and a big smile! Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. 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 Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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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 Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Madrid. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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Across 891 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Madrid: Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Private 3-Hour Food Tour, 3-Hour Food Tour in English, 2-Hour Food Tour in English. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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