Madrid Evening Tapas Tour & Authentic Flamenco Show
2.4 hours
Max 12 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Madrid, Spain
About this activity
Discover two pillars of Spanish heritage, and their role in local culture, through a guided tapas experience in Madrid’s historic center and a one-hour flamenco show.
Highlights
- Taste five traditional Spanish tapas and two drinks at a family-owned shop and intimate flamenco venue.
- Experience the passion, drama and intrigue of an hour-long flamenco show at a world-renowned venue in Madrid’s historic center.
- Discover the roots of flamenco within Spanish culture and how it developed into an art form.
- Peek into an authentic flamenco shop and see traditional dresses handmade by passionate local artists.
- Learn how to navigate the menu at tapas bars in Madrid with tips from your guide, giving you the confidence for the rest of your trip.
Full description
Step into the world of flamenco on this tour combining two cornerstones of Spanish culture: tapas and a live one-hour flamenco show. First, go behind the scenes and visit some of the artisans who bring flamenco shows to life with colorful costumes and more. Then, it's showtime! Soak in the passion of an authentic flamenco performance with a tapa and drink. After the show, head to a family-owned shop for tapas as you talk about the moving performance between bites and learn the tricks to doing tapas like a local.
Unravel the secrets of Spanish flamenco and doing tapas like a local through historic Madrid.
Flamenco and tapas: two of Spain’s most quintessential—and most misunderstood—cultural icons. Dig deeper into both as you spend an evening getting a true taste of Madrid through its food, music, and dance!
Flamenco and tapas: two of Spain’s most quintessential—and most misunderstood—cultural icons. Dig deeper into both as you spend an evening getting a true taste of Madrid through its food, music, and dance!
You’ll begin your evening at an authentic flamenco shop open for more than 80 years that's full of the colors and textures that make the art form what it is. Meet the artisans who's craft keeps the proud flamenco traditions alive, and get a close-up look at the array of dresses, shoes and castanets before seeing them live on stage.
Then we'll hit the streets in the oldest part of the city to discover two more facets of flamenco before heading off to see a show at one of the best flamenco venues, or tablaos, in the city. You’ll settle in for an hour-long live show full of the spectacle that have transformed flamenco into a global icon. As you marvel at the performance and enjoy another tapa and drink, you’ll find that the background information you’ve picked up throughout the evening will give you a deeper appreciation for what’s unfolding onstage.
After the show, it's time for more tapas! You'll sit down in a local shop owned by two brothers that specializes in Iberian ham, one of Spain's iconic plates. You'll discover how its made and how to master ham cutters achieve the ultra thin slices. As you nibble on four tapas and sip some excellent wine, you’ll get an introduction into exactly what it means to “do” tapas in Spain so you'll feel more comfortable navigating Madrid's tapas bars during the rest of your trip. And you'll reflect on the lively flamenco performance and be able to ask your guide more questions.
Then we'll hit the streets in the oldest part of the city to discover two more facets of flamenco before heading off to see a show at one of the best flamenco venues, or tablaos, in the city. You’ll settle in for an hour-long live show full of the spectacle that have transformed flamenco into a global icon. As you marvel at the performance and enjoy another tapa and drink, you’ll find that the background information you’ve picked up throughout the evening will give you a deeper appreciation for what’s unfolding onstage.
After the show, it's time for more tapas! You'll sit down in a local shop owned by two brothers that specializes in Iberian ham, one of Spain's iconic plates. You'll discover how its made and how to master ham cutters achieve the ultra thin slices. As you nibble on four tapas and sip some excellent wine, you’ll get an introduction into exactly what it means to “do” tapas in Spain so you'll feel more comfortable navigating Madrid's tapas bars during the rest of your trip. And you'll reflect on the lively flamenco performance and be able to ask your guide more questions.
While most visitors to Madrid experience flamenco and tapas without any prior background, you’ll walk away at the end of the evening with a deeper knowledge—and fuller appreciation—of both.
Sites Visited:
1 Iberian ham shop, flamenco dress shop, flamenco venue
1 Iberian ham shop, flamenco dress shop, flamenco venue
Included / Excluded
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- 1 hour long flamenco show
- 5 tapas, 2 drinks
- Visit a shop run by flamenco artisans
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Start Location
Plazuela Anton Martín, Madrid, ES
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Know before you book
- The tour is in English.
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- This tour is not recommended for vegans.
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
- Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.
- Devour comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Madrid government guidelines for the most up to date information
Know before you go
- Meeting time is 10min before the tour star time to check in. If a guest is more than 5min late, they should go to first stop (stated in confirmation email)
- Devour comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Madrid government guidelines for the most up to date information
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.
Additional information
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.