Valencia Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour
Master the art of the picaeta with 10-12 tapas and regional wines at 4 local stops
Embrace the spirited nightlife of Valencia on a food tour through the city's busy streets. Your evening begins with a glass of regional vermouth before you dive into 10-12 different tapas across 4 carefully selected local venues. Along the way, master the art of the picaeta—the local tradition of gathering friends to share a spread of small plates. From a historic wine cellar to a welcoming seafood tavern, you'll experience a culinary ritual that turns a simple meal into a social celebration.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking guide
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10 to 12 traditional tapas
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4 local restaurant visits
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Regional vermouth, wine, and beer
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Valencia guided walking tour
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Eat. Sip. Share. Repeat.
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Guide tips
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Soft drinks
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Bottled mineral water
Tour Itinerary
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Meet your guide at Plaza del Colegio del Patriarca
Your tour begins at the university fountain in this historic Renaissance square. After a brief introduction to the picaeta tradition, you will head into the vibrant local streets to start your evening of social dining. -
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Sip regional vermouth in a neighborhood bar
Start the night with a glass of local vermouth in a cozy neighborhood establishment. You will learn about the botanical history of this traditional aperitif while enjoying initial snacks like salted almonds or local olives. -
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Explore a historic wine bodega
Next, enter a classic bodega to sample artisanal cheeses and cured meats. Pair these snacks with regional wines from local vineyards while learning about the history of the Valencian countryside. -
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Savor esgarraet and savory cocas
Visit a lively eatery to try esgarraet, a local salad of roasted peppers and salted cod. You will also taste cocas, which are Mediterranean flatbreads topped with the freshest seasonal produce from the region. -
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Taste ham and seafood croquettes
Experience the crunch of traditional croquettes filled with rich Iberian ham and fresh seafood. Your guide will explain why these creamy, fried bites are a mandatory staple of every authentic Spanish tapas crawl. -
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Dine at a family seafood tavern
Your final stop is a welcoming tavern that celebrates the city's coastal roots. You will share fresh seafood tapas prepared from traditional family recipes, providing a delicious finale to your immersion into Valencian flavors. -
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Your tour finishes at Plaza del Colegio del Patriarca
The evening concludes back at the university square where your journey began. You will walk away with the confidence to navigate local menus and a list of handpicked bars to revisit during the rest of your stay.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: This experience is wheelchair accessible, though some areas include uneven streets and small bridges. Please contact us in advance with any mobility concerns, so we can provide the proper accommodations.
Dietary Restrictions: This tour is not suitable for gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan diets. Please contact us in advance with any other special dietary restrictions or allergies so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Age Requirement: Children aged 4 and up are welcome to join this experience.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine and vermouth; participants consuming alcohol should be of legal drinking age in Spain (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Please Note: Price includes 10 to 12 tapas and beverages. Additional orders like soft drinks or bottled mineral water are not included and must be paid separately.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
10 to 12 traditional tapas
4 local restaurant visits
Regional vermouth, wine, and beer
Valencia guided walking tour
Maximum group size of 10
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family-friendly?
Absolutely! Children aged four and up are welcome to join the feast. While adults enjoy regional wine and vermouth, we provide alternative beverages for younger guests. Please note that soft drinks and bottled water are not included in the tour price.
Is the tour accessible for guests with limited mobility?
Yes, this experience is wheelchair accessible. However, Valencia's historic center does feature some uneven pavement and small bridges. Please let us know about any mobility concerns in advance so we can ensure the smoothest possible route for you.
How much food is included?
We provide 10 to 12 different traditional tapas across four different venues. This is intended to be a full dinner replacement, so we recommend coming hungry!
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Because this tour focuses on traditional Valencian specialties like salted fish (esgarraet), cured meats, and specific seafood, it is not suitable for gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan diets. For other allergies, please contact us in advance to see if accommodations are possible.
What is the "picaeta" tradition mentioned in the itinerary?
Picaeta is the Valencian way of social dining; gathering with friends to share a variety of small plates (tapas) rather than ordering individual large entrees.
