Flavours of the Old Town: A Private Marbella Food & Wine Walking Tour
A private walking tour through Marbella's Old Town, built around two stops of Spanish food and wine, shared the way locals actually eat.
Highlights
- 01Two formats in one walk: stand-up aperitivo + shared seated table
- 02Family-style tapas, the way Marbella actually eats them
- 03Closes on artisan ice cream from a local favorite
The day
Marbella's Old Town moves at its own pace — and this private walking tour is built entirely around that rhythm. Away from the marina and the crowds, you'll follow a local guide through quiet cobbled streets, stopping exactly where Marbella itself stops to eat.
The first stop is an aperitivo, taken standing at a high table or the bar the way it's done here: a premium extra virgin olive oil tasting paired with a glass of local wine, or an Iberian charcuterie and cheese tasting if you'd rather — you choose, and it's all part of the tour, no upgrade needed.
From there, a short walk through the old town's narrower lanes leads to a historic taberna, where the group sits down to a spread of traditional Andalusian tapas served family-style — plates set down at the center of the table for everyone to share, exactly how tapas are meant to be eaten in Spain, accompanied by two drinks of your choice and water.
The afternoon closes on a sweet note: artisan ice cream from one of the area's most-loved ice cream parlors. Available twice daily — 12:15 or 18:30.
Itinerary
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The Aperitivo — olive oil or Iberian tasting + glass of wine
Standing / high tables. A premium extra virgin olive oil tasting with a glass of local wine (or an Iberian tasting alternative).
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Walk through the Old Town
A short guided walk between stops, with stories along the way.
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The Shared Table — family-style Andalusian tapas
Traditional Andalusian dishes, served family-style, with two drinks of your choice and water.
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A Sweet Finish — artisan ice cream
Artisan ice cream from one of the area's favorite ice cream parlors.
Included / Not included
Included
- Private guide for the full route
- Stop 1: olive oil or Iberian tasting + 1 drink
- Stop 2: family-style tapas menu + 2 drinks, bread and water
- Stop 3: artisan ice cream
- Walking route through Marbella's Old Town
Not included
- Hotel pickup/drop-off (optional add-on, pricing pending)
- Additional drinks beyond the menu
- Personal expenses
Good to know
- Two daily departures: 12:15 and 18:30. Groups of 2-3 are seated at the Iberian tasting due to a 4-person minimum on the olive oil experience (children count toward this minimum). Children 5-12 years: 49€. Infants 0-4: free. Wine service intended for adults. Group size 2-12 pax (private); incentive/MICE groups of 13-25 pax handled via direct B2B proposal only, not bookable on the website.
Requirements
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended — cobblestone streets.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Glimpses
Frequently asked
Are the tapas served as individual portions?
No — the second stop is served family-style, with dishes placed in the center of the table for everyone to share.
Can I choose what's served at the first stop?
Yes — olive oil tasting or an Iberian charcuterie and cheese tasting, at no price difference.
What times does the tour run?
Two daily departures: 12:15 and 18:30.
Is this suitable for children?
Yes — children aged 5-12 have their own ticket price, and infants under 4 join for free.
Do you offer hotel pickup?
Yes, as an optional add-on — let us know your hotel when booking.
Can this be booked for large groups?
Yes, up to 25 people for incentive and corporate groups — contact us directly for a proposal.
What is your cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour; 50% fee between 5-6 days; no refund inside 4 days.
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