Culinary Kickstart Tour: Madrid

The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Madrid through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Madrid satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

Experience details

• Destination

  Madrid

• Category

  Food tours

• Duration

  2 hours

• Mode of transport

  Walking

• Available languages

  English • Español

• What's included

  Private Guide • 6 Local Tastings • Vegetarian Options Available (notify your host)

Here’s an overview of your tour

Your itinerary

• Meeting point

  In front of Taberna de Angel Sierra

• Food Introduction

  This culinary kickstart tour is short and sweet! A perfect way to get acquainted with the local cuisine, its best tastings, and where to find them - all with the help of a local food expert

• Locals’ Favorites

  Kickstart your time in Madrid by discovering the local cuisine. Try some of the ultimate locals’ favorite food treats like vermut and croqueta picked by your local host and hear why the locals love them so much!

• City Highlights

  This tour is more than just food; it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, discover city highlights for a well-rounded experience that will satisfy your appetite for Madrid. Check out Chueca Square, Mercado San Anton and more city highlights along the way

• Food Recommendations

  With this private food tour, you’ll be set to keep enjoying the most authentic food and drinks in Madrid. Your food expert host knows where to go and what to order and will give you recommendations based on your likings and dietary preferences

• Special Diet or Allergies?

  If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They’ll make sure to consider that so you can have an enjoyable and safe experience

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

• Mateo

  Mateo the music nerd

  Mateo

  4.6

  28 reviews

  I speak

  English • Español
  Choose

Good to Know

• Tips

  • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
  • In case of leftovers, ask for a container to-go to reduce waste

• Included

  • Private Guide
  • 6 Local Tastings
  • Vegetarian Options Available (notify your host)

• Not included

  • Entrance to attractions

• Cancellation

  • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
  • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

• VictoriaAbout local Mateo June 1, 2024
  2.0

  Not vegetarian friendly

  "Host was nice but the tour was lacking consistently on the vegetarian tapas options. Per description we expected 6 local tastings. We had 3 ( tortilla, plain olives , queso manchego). In addition the... show more

• VAbout local MarianissaOctober 4, 2023
  5.0

  Great tour

  "Marianissa was really organized, knowledgeable and friendly. She was super flexible and accommodated my wish list so graciously. Lots of fun! "

• ThomasAbout local MarianissaSeptember 29, 2023
  5.0

  Very cool experience

  "We had a very cool tour of Madrid's tapas scene with Marianissa! She was super nice and adapted her plan to our specific food requirements. Thanks so much Marianissa!"