Markets and Neighborhood Traditions: A Curated Stroll
Through Local Life

Join us for an intimate stroll through one of Madrid’s most lively neighborhoods, where daily life unfolds in cafés, markets, corner bars, and along hidden, beautiful streets and plazas. Begin with a local bite before diving into the vibrant energy of two distinct markets — a sleek, modern space buzzing with gourmet innovation, and a traditional market steeped in local rhythms and generations-old vendors.

As you stroll, you’ll also encounter boutique shops and high-end fashionable streets, where local plazas add charm and elegance to the experience. Along the way, enjoy curated tastings of spanish delicacies that celebrate Madrid’s rich culinary traditions.

Why This Tour Is for You

If you’re drawn to authentic markets, local flavors, and the joy of discovering a city through its food, this experience is for you. Designed for small groups, it’s lively, flavorful, and perfect for travelers who love connecting food with people and place.

What’s Included

• Local trilingual guide: explore Madrid with a local trilingual guide (English, French, Spanish) passionate about food and culture.
• Iconic flavors featured — a generous selection of seasonal tapas across 5 stops, showcasing Madrid’s essential bites in a tasting experience that adds up to a full meal, featuring real Iberian ham, artisanal cheeses, freshly made tortilla de patata, extra virgin olive oil, and other specialties. Each bite is paired with a wine or refreshment that complements its character.
• Tastings spread across diverse venues: weaving through modern locales, vibrant market bars, and charming artisanal shops.
• Market immersion: visit both a sleek gourmet market and a traditional neighborhood market with generations‑old vendors.
• Cultural stroll: wander hidden streets and plazas alive with daily life.
• Small public tour experience — up to 8 guests, with private option available.

Get Tips & Insights for Your Travel

• Insider recommendations — your trilingual guide will share local tips to enrich your stay in Madrid.
• Food and drink advice — learn how madrileños shop, and enjoy their meals.
• Market gems — suggestions for stalls, cafés, and artisan shops worth revisiting, plus tips for finding specialty products and unique gifts.
• Travel tips — practical advice for navigating Madrid and beyond.

Itinerary

• Edificio Metropolis Gran Via 
• 1^st tapas stop cosmopolitan restaurant for a delicious Spanish classic 
• Plaza del Rey 
• 2^nd tapas stop market gastro hub 
• Plaza de Chueca 
• 3^rd tapas stop artisanal specialty delights  
• Hip eclectic shopping street 
• 4^th tapas stop liquid surprise 
• Neighborhood market 
• 5^th tapas stop charming local tavern

Before You Go

• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Dietary restrictions — please contact us at the time of booking.
• Flexible experience — each day may vary slightly depending on venues and public holidays.
• Children policy — suitable for ages 14 and above, if accompanied by an adult. Note: the legal drinking age in Spain is 18 years old.
• Accessibility — unfortunately not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers.
• Weather note — tours run rain or shine, so bring an umbrella or sun protection depending on the season.
• Tapas tradition — tapas and pinchos are typically served standing at the bar. We’ll do our best to arrange a table, but guests should expect that part of the local charm is enjoying food and drink casually at the counter.