Madrid Trip Overview
You know there are dishes you can’t leave Madrid without trying, and on this tour you’ll try all of them. From breakfast to lunch, you’ll visit the century-old establishments that are the backbone of the city center—the places that make Madrid, Madrid. And like the capital itself, the bites on this tour are a melting pot of Spanish essentials (melt-in-your-mouth jamón ibérico) and only-in-Madrid classics (a calamari sandwich?!).
– Visit the places we love so much, we had to include them on our first-ever tour (this one!)
– Step inside one of Madrid’s oldest kitchens to learn how they make their signature dish.
– Discover the dishes that Madrid is made of, and try our favorite version of each one.
– Eat where the locals eat in Madrid’s most central neighborhood.
– Go beyond the tapas bars at specialty eateries, including a gourmet deli!
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Madrid, Spain
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Half-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
You know there are dishes you can’t leave Madrid without trying, and on this tour you’ll try all of them. From breakfast to lunch, you’ll visit the century-old establishments that are the backbone of the city center—the places that make Madrid, Madrid. And like the capital itself, the bites on this tour are a melting pot of Spanish essentials (melt-in-your-mouth jamón ibérico) and only-in-Madrid classics (a calamari sandwich?!).
– Visit the places we love so much, we had to include them on our first-ever tour (this one!)
– Step inside one of Madrid’s oldest kitchens to learn how they make their signature dish.
– Discover the dishes that Madrid is made of, and try our favorite version of each one.
– Eat where the locals eat in Madrid’s most central neighborhood.
– Go beyond the tapas bars at specialty eateries, including a gourmet deli!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Madrid, Madrid
Discover the heart of the city of Madrid. In between the century-old establishments that are the backbone of the city center—the places that make Madrid, Madrid, you’ll see landmarks and hear stories of Spain’s capital.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: El Riojano, C. Mayor, 10, 28013 Madrid, Spain
You’ll start your morning off at a century-old bakery with a cup of thick Spanish hot chocolate, as well as coffee or tea, and a sweet treat.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Mercado San Miguel, Plaza San Miguel, 28005 Madrid Spain
Pass by this traditional local market which has been revamped into a favorite hang out for food and drinks.
Pass By: Convento de las Carboneras del Corpus Christi, 28005 Madrid, Spain
Pass by one of Madrid’s convents that hides a sweet treat inside.
Stop At: Plaza de la Villa, Calle Mayor, Madrid Spain
Plaza de la Villa, or Village Square, is one of the oldest square in the city. Your guide will share stories that bring the square’s history to life.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Mercado Jamón Ibérico, C. Mayor, 80, 28013 Madrid, Spain
In a city that seems full of jamón shops, we’ll introduce you to a family-run gem stocked with blue-ribbon bites. Here it’s time for our ham challenge: a tasting of three of Spain’s most-renowned (and most expensive) cured hams. By the time we leave, you’ll have an understanding of the differences between them—and a favorite!
Duration: 25 minutes
Pass By: Royal Palace of Madrid, Calle de Bailen s/n, 28071 Madrid Spain
As you are discovering the hidden back streets of the center of Madrid you will get a glimpse of the Royal Palace.
Stop At: El Anciano Rey de los Vinos, Calle Bailen 19, 28013 Madrid Spain
The third food stop is an iconic Madrid tavern in a spot where you’d expect to find tourist traps. Here they’ve put a modern twist on a traditional dish tied to the city’s history with bullfighting.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: LA BOLA, C. de la Bola, 5, 28013 Madrid, Spain
We’ll sneak you into one of Madrid’s oldest kitchens specialized in making the city’s famous stew. This dish is a Madrid essential and this restaurant, open since 1870, is known across the country as preparing one of the best in town.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: La botijería, Pl. del Conde de Barajas, 2, 28005 Madrid, Spain
Move over paella—at the next stop you’ll taste Spain’s true national dish, tortilla de patatas or Spanish omelet, paired with one of Spain’s oldest and most misunderstood wines.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bar La Campana, C. de Botoneras, 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Finally, we’ll clue you in on some local knowledge: Madrid’s signature sandwich is made with fried calamari! For a landlocked city, this may seem strange, but we’ll initiate you into the emblematic tradition. You’ll try this perfect combination of crispy and crunchy at the only restaurant in Plaza Mayor frequented by locals.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Turrones Vicens, Calle Mayor 43, 28013 Madrid Spain
Last but not least, you’ll head to a gourmet sweets shop to taste three different types of Spanish turrón and toast with a shot of locally-produced liqueur!
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Plaza Mayor, Calle Gerona 4, 28012 Madrid Spain
You will finish the tour in the historic Plaza Mayor, perfectly located to continue exploring the city on your own.
