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Madrid Local Tapas & History Tour with Dinner

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On average, this is booked 95 (76) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover Madrid through the eyes of a true local. Join a Spanish‑American native guide for an evening exploring three hidden Madrid tapas bars with a side of history, finishing off with a full sit‑down dinner that travelers consistently call the best night of their trip. Along the way, you’ll also get personalized recommendations for the rest of your stay in Madrid — the same local spots I share with friends and family.

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Tour escort/host
  • Food tasting
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Plaza de Isabel II
Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Plaza de Isabel II

Our meeting Point is a five minute walk from Puerta del Sol at Plaza Isabel II, where one of our guides will be waiting with a "Native Spanish Tapas" sign or table, and get ready for an authentic Madrid Historical Walking Tour alongside some of the best local's tapas establishments with a fun, and dynamic bilingual guide explaining the past and present history of Madrid. We will be stopping at three traditional establishments for some of the best tapas and drinks that Madrid has to offer.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Calle del Arenal

Our first food tapas stop is at a quaint tavern that has been operation since 1860 offering some of the best Croquettes in Madrid near Madrid's Puerta del Sol square; "Spain's Time Square". You will learn about the history of this square and other interesting facts such as the origin of the 12 grapes that Spaniards eat the last twelve seconds of the year.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Puerta del Sol

We will enter Madrid's 1800´s "Time Square" with some very interesting anecdotes including why Spaniards eat 12 grapes the last twelve seconds of the year during New Year's Eve. Alongside an introduction of our current Borboun dynasty versus the precious Hapsburg dynasties.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza Mayor

Madrid's 1600's main square is a must see Madrid tourist attraction. We will then make our second food tapas stop at a local's favorite tavern at the perimeter of this amazing square for some amazing Spanish ham, chorizo, alongside a beverage of choice, we recommend the beer here, they use a traditional tap system.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sobrino de Botín

We will be entering the oldest quarter of Madrid dating back to the 1500`s and a peak at the world's oldest standing restaurant called Botin. It is not easy to get a reservation there, but our guides sometimes manage to do so. This beautiful little square has some very entertaining historical facts, including an anecdote related to Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code novel.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de la Villa

You will have arrived to Madrid's oldest square dating from the 1500's. Get your camera ready, it is very picturesque, and romantic, in fact it's where marriage was proposed for centuries in Madrid, where we can appreciate three hundred years of different architecture just in this square.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Royal Palace of Madrid

We will be bordering Spain's Royal Palace and Cathedral, for some interesting anecdotes related to the Statues on the roof of the perimeter of the Palace and its gardens. Another must see of Madrid, being our last landmark before we sit down for a full tapas dinner, we highly recommend the homemade wine there.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de Isabel II

We will be heading back near the meeting point where we'll stop at a local favorite sit-down traditional restaurant for one of the best paellas in Madrid, alongside a variety of other tapas and Sangria, finishing off with traditional Castilian after-dinner liquor shots. Our guide will walk you back to the meeting point and give you recommendations you on where to go next and what to do during the remainder of your stay in Madrid.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Local Tapas & History Tour with Dinner?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madrid Local Tapas & History Tour with Dinner?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Dinner.
  • Tour escort/host.
  • Food tasting.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pickup.
  • Hotel drop-off.
  • Royal Palace of Madrid.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Madrid Local Tapas & History Tour with Dinner is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madrid Local Tapas & History Tour with Dinner will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Dinner
  • Tour escort/host
  • Food tasting
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Royal Palace of Madrid

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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