Old Town Tour: History, Food & Fun

Embark on a captivating journey through Madrid’s old town, indulging in delicious tapas and uncovering the city’s rich history and architecture. Join us for a fun-filled tour with a knowledgeable guide and a friendly atmosphere!

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Plaza Mayor - Plaza Mayor is an iconic landmark of Madrid that should not be overlooked. Construction of this expansive open space in the city center began in the 17th century. The discussion will cover its historical significance and development over the years.
  • Arco de Cuchilleros - After passing through the Cuchilleros arch, the tour will…
What's Included
  • Food & Drink in two different places
  • Professional Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Join an intimate tour that beautifully blends history, architecture, amusing anecdotes, a few jokes, and incredibly delicious food. The journey begins at the Plaza Mayor and winds through the old town, with a stop at a local market to savor some appetizers and drinks. The historical exploration continues through the most ancient and fascinating parts of…

Location
Plaza Mayor
The meeting point is right in front of the Plaza Mayor’s tourist information office (the building with the pretty paintings and flags). I’ll be right by the "i" sign.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Brisbane_catlady
Oct 4, 2025
Thanks Abel - We had a great tour with Abel. He’s a wealth of knowledge on the history of Madrid, we learnt so much. All food and drink stops along the way were delicious. We’d highly recommend this tour.
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Sherry_l
Oct 3, 2025
Really enjoy the tour .... - Really enjoy the tour . Our awesome guide brought us the best food and history of Madrid and we had lots of fun. Highly recommend..
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Joycepm9125ie
Sep 23, 2025
Highly recommended adventure - Porini Nomads is an excellent tour company professional, friendly, and very reliable. They offer unforgettable safari experiences with great hospitality and a strong focus on conservation. Highly recommended
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Bonnie_w
Sep 4, 2025
Great tour - I highly recommend this tour with Abel, he was so informative and fun to learn the history of Madrid with. He took us for some great food and drinks also.
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Shoghern
Jul 29, 2025
Great experience - This tour was one of the highlights of our time in Madrid. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The historical insights were fascinating and thoughtfully delivered—not overwhelming or rushed. The tour was integrated with great stops to enjoy the food and drinks in Madrid. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting Madrid who wants a memorable, personal, and flavorful experience!
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Stephanie_b
Jul 16, 2025
Loved it! - Sonia was our guide and she was great with getting us acquainted with different tapas and drinks which was very helpful through our journey through Madrid and different towns through Spain
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Rebecca_s
Jul 11, 2025
Wonderful private tour with Abel - Abel was very engaging and friendly. He knew all the history and took us to some unique spots for food and drinks as well as history. It was terrific and even the kids really enjoyed it! Would 100% recommend!
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Maryna
May 27, 2025
Great guide and wonderful tour! - Abel was very friendly and welcoming. He speaks English very well, and is very knowledgeable about the area. This was a great tour, highly recommended!
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Tpashnyak
May 23, 2025
Must Do in Madrid - Abel created an amazing tour, with a perfect blend of history, engaging storytelling, and delicious tapas and drinks. We stopped by two food establishments, a bustling food market and a restaurant, both highly respected and established places. There was a delicious cocktail at each stop (juice or water available to non-drinkers). We had huge charcuterie platters to share at the market (assorted cheeses, meats, olives, bread, etc.) and yummy local sausages and garlic mushrooms with bread for dipping at the other place. Got a quick private of the Botin, the oldest restaurant in the world! Do not hesitate to book this tour.
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Ritam_p
May 14, 2025
Wonderful ! - This was one of the most enjoyable few hours that I have spent, walking around both usual and unusual Madrid locations with Abel, a most charming and engaging guide. He had our small group participating in the learning experience while knitting social relationships. Just a really uplifting experience.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).