Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Madrid. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Chueca where you’ll experience a different Madrid, like a local with a local by your side!
The whole city of Madrid is a masterpiece! Come with me and discover the antique and new artistic faces of Madrid. From impressive XIX and XX century buildings, hidden modern art galleries, quiet courtyards and with a touch of street art, you'll see art all around!
Let's discover the art of flamenco: enter the most prestigious flamenco school and participate in a lesson. Enjoy a drink with a tapa at the market while you learn about flamenco's history. Stroll through 3 beautiful squares and close the night watching a great live "tablado" show.
Cooltural Madrid: Street Art and Tapas Experience in Lavapiés
202 reviews
2 hours | art & culture tours | Madrid
Hungry for local art and food? This alternative tour is a unique experience to feed your body and soul! Explore the streets of Madrid through the most vibrant urban art and satisfy your taste buds at an authentic neighborhood market.
Looking for vegetarian options in Madrid? Follow me to one of the most charming and vibrant neighborhoods in town: La Latina! Discover how some of the local classic dishes have been transformed into delicious vegetarian delicacies. From croquetas to cheese and Spanish tortilla, all 100% meat free!
Elegant architecture, amazing food, charming neighborhoods, and some of the best churros in the world. There is so much to explore in Madrid! Discover Spain's capital like a local on a tour off the beaten track in Madrid. Why not kickstart your Madrid adventure with an introduction tour to the city with a local host? Stroll down its colorful streets, see main attractions such as The Royal Theatre Opera and the Royal Palace the local way. Get inside tips of where to eat, hang out and play off the beaten path in Madrid! Pass by charming plazas and city parks, while you listen to your local host's stories about the history of Madrid from a perspective you haven't heard before. Traveling with family? Visit a local playground and mingle with kids from the neighborhood, or try sweets at one of the Spanish artisanal shops of the beaten track in Madrid. There are Withlocals experiences available in Madrid to suit all preferences! Discover the city’s hidden gems often missed by travelers.Tour hip areas such as Malasaña and Chueca, while you fall in love with lifestyle of Madrileños. Visit cool vintage stores, creative art galleries, antique buildings, authentic restaurants and the locals' favorite bars. Passionate about food? Madrid is a foodie's dream! Pass by one of the local markets or bars like a true Madrileño for a sangria and tapas. This one of the best ways to experience the Spanish culture of the beaten path in Madrid! Take a refreshing drink with your local host, while you enjoy breathtaking view over the city from a rooftop terrace. Ready to start your adventure? Just tell your host about your wishes and let them customize a tour in Madrid just for you!
What other travelers love about our local experts
TOM
About local
8 September 2025
a great day
we had a truly great day with Drica doing the cooltural tour of street art and some tapas. It was 100% what we could hope for. Lavapies is an interesting lively neighborhood, lots of streetart and cool places and Drica really knows everything, from artists and back stories to hidden gems like the community garden with street art and some tapas in the charming neighborhood market. A truly wow day for us.
Cooltural Madrid: Street Art and Tapas Experience in Lavapiés
Bill
About local
10 August 2025
Street photography Madrid
I recently had the opportunity to explore Madrid through the lens of street photography with Julio, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the start, Julio’s passion for photography and deep knowledge of the city’s diverse neighborhoods made the session both educational and inspiring.
He guided me through areas that offered a wide range of visual stories—from bustling markets and quiet alleyways to vibrant plazas full of local life. Julio doesn’t just know the best spots; he knows how to see them through a creative lens, and he teaches you to do the same.
What stood out most was his patience and understanding. He recognized that for many street photography can feel intimidating at first. But Julio’s calm, encouraging approach made it feel completely approachable. He shared practical techniques, composition tips, and clever tricks to help me capture more authentic, compelling images—all while keeping the mood relaxed and enjoyable.
Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refine your street photography skills, I highly recommend this experience. Julio’s combination of expertise, enthusiasm, and supportive teaching style makes this more than just a photography tour—it's a genuinely enriching learning experience.
Madrid Street Photography Workshop
Daniela
About local
Great tour with a lot of inside knowledge
We had a great time exploring Chueca and Justicia with Mateo. He showed us the neighborhood and gave us a lot of interesting information about the history, architecture and daily life of the places. We went into interesting shops (chocolate! magic!), looked into hidden courtyards and had great conversations about life, music and the people of this part of the city. We know Madrid quite well, as we visit the city every year, but Mateo showed us a lot of things we did not know so far - 100% recommendable!
Off the Beaten Track in Madrid: Chueca Tour
Ash
About local
Knowledgeable + passionate guide
I did 3 days of photo workshops with Julio - and I wish I could have done more. Julio arrived prepared with suggested itineraries for each session, including different locations and lighting scenarios as well as composition and technical exercises. He had reviewed my photography in advance to ensure the workshop would help me refine and improve my skills. His enthusiasm for photography, for the city of Madrid and even helping me practice Spanish made our 3 days fly by. His workshop also feels like a cultural and historical tour of Madrid as he familiarized me with this beautiful, lively city. It was such a pleasure spending time with him. I highly recommend Julio and look forward to a future opportunity to shoot with him. Gracias por todo, Julio!
