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De Mercados: A Neighborhood Market and Food Tour

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Overview

Spend the morning exploring Malasaña, only a fifteen-minute walk from the central Sol plaza. This beautiful neighborhood offers a true slice of Madrid life. You'll get the chance to meet some of the people preserving Spanish food traditions and taste their favorite bites.

Kick off the day with freshly fried churros and hot chocolate, meet the churro makers and see how they make this must-try Madrid treat. Visit specialty shops to taste the city's best Iberian ham and organic olive oil. Taste your way through the neighborhood's iconic fresh food market. Then sit down to a tapas lunch featuring ingredients from the market!

On this 2.5-hour tour you'll discover corners of the city you would never find on your own with a guide who will make you feel like you're spending the morning with an old friend! Have a chance to get answers to all your Spain questions and get insider tips for planning the rest of your time in Madrid or wherever your Spain journey takes you.

What's Included

  • Breakfast Enjoy a classic Spanish breakfast of churros and coffee!
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch Visit 6 tasting stops and try local favorites like churros, ham, olives, sizzling garlic shrimp and of course classic Madrid drinks like a tinto de verano, the local version of sangria!
  • Gratuities
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Calle de Fuencarral
Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain

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What To Expect

Malasana (Pass By)

Explore the hip and historic Malasaña neighborhood. Discover the stories of modern Madrid as you walk the narrow streets of this centuries-old neighborhood.
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Mercado Barcelo

Eat your way through the traditional fresh foods market. Discover how to shop like a local as you meet the market vendors and taste their specialties!
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de San Ildefonso

Uncover the history of this bustling square and learn why it is so important to the neighborhood.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the De Mercados: A Neighborhood Market and Food Tour?

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 (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the De Mercados: A Neighborhood Market and Food Tour?
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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 (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Breakfast. Enjoy a classic Spanish breakfast of churros and coffee!.
  • Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
  • Lunch. Visit 6 tasting stops and try local favorites like churros, ham, olives, sizzling garlic shrimp and of course classic Madrid drinks like a tinto de verano, the local version of sangria!.
  • Alcoholic beverages. From the local lager beer to the iconic tinto de verano, taste the liquid heroes of Madrid's tapas culture! Two beverages included. Non-alcoholic drinks also available.
  • Special Menus - Let us know at least 24 hours before the tour if you have any food allergies!.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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?
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Accessibility information for the De Mercados: A Neighborhood Market and Food Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 De Mercados: A Neighborhood Market and Food Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • BreakfastEnjoy a classic Spanish breakfast of churros and coffee!
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • LunchVisit 6 tasting stops and try local favorites like churros, ham, olives, sizzling garlic shrimp and of course classic Madrid drinks like a tinto de verano, the local version of sangria!
  • Alcoholic beveragesFrom the local lager beer to the iconic tinto de verano, taste the liquid heroes of Madrid's tapas culture! Two beverages included. Non-alcoholic drinks also available.
  • Special Menus - Let us know at least 24 hours before the tour if you have any food allergies!
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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  • 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 (CEST).
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