Where to Eat: The 15 Best Marbella Tapas Tours

1.Original Marbella Tapas Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117Our pick

Spend three hours with a local guide in Marbella’s Old Town, stopping at three family-run tapas bars for 8 to 10 dishes and three drinks. Guides such as Michel, Manuel, Gina, Natalia, and Linda bring food and local history together. Expect Spanish classics, regional specialties, and a small group of up to 12 people.

“What a great tapas adventure it is! We went to three restaurants and got the full tapas ecperiance. Also some history background which was super to get to know the city better”

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2.Sunset Boattrip + Tapa + Cava

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Estepona with captain and crew for about two hours on the bay. Susana and Pedro have welcomed couples with cava, local seafood, blankets, music, and phone photos. The sunset, coastal lights, and possible dolphins are the main draw. Expect a small boat, limited seating, and conditions that can turn choppy.

“Very well run. Great hospitality. Even had dolphins playing around the boat ! Amazing sunset under a cosy blanket. Stunning 😍”

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3.Explore Marbella Old Town: Authentic Tapas Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62 reviews · 3 hours · from $105

Spend three hours with an English-speaking guide such as Luis or Mike, walking Marbella Old Town and stopping at three local bars. You receive eight or more tapas, three drinks, and stories about the city, art, architecture, and Spanish food culture. Shared dining makes this a sociable choice, while private tours are also available.

“Tour was the absolute best. Our guide Luis was amazing and so friendly and made the tour really fun and interesting. Will recommend him 100% and will definitely book again if returning to Marbella.”

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4.Marbella Old Town: Authentic Tapas Food Tour With Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend three hours walking Marbella’s Old Town with an English-speaking guide such as Michael, Luis, or Otto. You’ll visit Dalí’s bronze sculptures, the old city walls, Plaza de los Naranjos, and three tapas bars for eight or more dishes and three drinks. The group is capped at nine.

“This tour was very nice and we had a great guide in Mike. Lots of history og good local tapas. Good size of the group and lenght of the tour.”

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5.Ronda, private transport, cafe, bullring, tapas, drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 45 reviews · 6 hours · from $220

Travel from Marbella to Ronda in a private, air-conditioned seven-seat vehicle with a guide speaking English, German, Spanish, or Italian. See the New Bridge, old and new towns, major viewpoints, and Ronda’s historic bullring. The six-hour outing includes coffee, tapas, up to two drinks, shopping time, and hotel pickup.

“We had a very good excursion with Franco. He spoke with authority and knowledge about Ronda. More importantly, he was very accommodating and ensured that the visit moved at our pace. All our expectations were met. We wanted a relatively short evening trip for just a taste of the beautiful city of Ronda, and this was perfect for us.”

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6.Marbella Tapas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Spend about three and a half hours tasting Andalusian food and drinks around Marbella’s Old Town, from Mercado Municipal to Plaza de Los Naranjos and Avenida del Mar. Guides such as Sofi, Sofia, and Maria add local stories, explain dishes and jamón, and adapt the pace when possible. Expect a small group of up to 10 people, with limited vegetarian choices.

“We had an AMAZING time! Incredible food, drink, and company! Siofa brought us to places we wouldn't find on our own and taught us about the local customs and history Would highly recommend 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

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7.Catamaran Sailing Experience Manilva Tapas Drink Dolphins Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Join skipper Jens and hostess Anja aboard a catamaran from Marina de la Duquesa, near Marbella, for a relaxed three-hour sail with homemade tapas, one welcome drink, snorkeling gear, and a possible dolphin sighting. The group is limited to 10 people, and a swim stop depends on wind and sea conditions.

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8.Hidden Taverns, Tapas & Wine in the Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $114

Meet by the fountain in Plaza de los Naranjos for a three-hour walk through Old Town Marbella. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads you to three local restaurants for enough tapas to count as dinner, paired with wine or non-alcoholic drinks. Guides Oliver and Linda have led memorable evenings, with history and food stories along the way.

“The guide was wonderful! We made friends and had a great evening of conversation and interesting food and drinks and discoveries! A memory to treasure!”

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9.Marbella Food Tour with Tapas & Drinks with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $95

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide at Marbella Lighthouse for a 3.5-hour walk through local tapas bars. You’ll visit five food stops, with a drink and at least one serving at each, tasting croquetas, tortilla, montaditos, tinto de verano, and seasonal treats. Guides such as Jose Luis and Rosarillo add food, history, and neighborhood context.

“Jose Luis is an amazing tour guide with fantastic energy and passion for food. It was great fun from start to finish and I learnt so much about Spain and it's cuisine. I tried a range of different foods I'd never had before and enjoyed all of them. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Malaga / Marbella.”

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10.Marbella old town tour with Tapas and Wines

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $191

Walk Marbella’s old town with an English-speaking guide such as Franco or Lana, visiting Plaza de los Naranjos, the Barrio Alto, church, and Arabic walls. Stop at two bars for tapas and one glass of wine at each, with an olive oil tasting that may be the tour’s tastiest surprise.

“Our tour guide Franco had much knowledge to share of beautiful Marbella. The olive oil stop was our favorite. The owner shared with us all the fine points of Spanish olive oil. He also had some great wines to taste. We will share with friends when we get home the tapas stop was very tasty.”

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11.Ronda Private Wine Tour and Tapas from Marbella

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $473

Travel privately from Marbella to Finca La Melonera, an organic winery in the Ronda region known for reviving local grape varieties. Walk the vineyards, taste white wine beneath an oak tree, see the barrel room, and enjoy three wines with tapas. Peter or Thomas may also arrange time in Ronda, though it is not the tour’s core stop.

“Our driver/guide, Peter, was knowledgeable and made our drive to the winery and Ronda comfortable and entertaining. The winery portion was interesting with a tour then tastings of one white and two reds accompanied by tapas. Next was a short drive to Ronda. Peter took us on a walking tour which included the bullring, he also made lunch reservations for us. Great food and an amazing view. The drive from Marbella and back provide spectacular views.”

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12.Marbella Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $76Best value

Join an English-speaking local at 6:30 pm for 3.5 hours of walking and tasting in Marbella. Guide Jose may lead you through four food stops, serving pescaito frito, Jamón Ibérico, meat tapas, anchovies, croquettes, drinks, and homemade ice cream. Groups are limited to 12, with vegetarian and nonalcoholic options available.

“The options of food and wine were exceptional! Even better, Jose was simply delightful!! He was knowledgeable and just fun to be with! We had a fantastic evening!”

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13.From Estepona, Mijas, Marbella: Marbella Private Tour with Transport, Tapas, and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours · from $126

Travel privately from Mijas, Estepona, or Marbella with a guide who speaks English, German, Italian, or Spanish. See the old town, Orange Square, ports, bullfighting arena, Dali sculptures, and Paseo Marítimo, then enjoy tapas with up to two drinks. The tour can be adjusted to your pace and includes hotel pickup, parking, and shopping time.

“Everything was really nice, we spent a pleasant afternoon exploring Marbella.”

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14.Guided Market Tour with Tapas and Wine Pairings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $114

Start at the Fountain in Plaza de los Naranjos for a three-hour food walk through Marbella's Old Town and Mercado Central. Your Spanish or English-speaking guide introduces you to family-run vendors, Paco's catch of the day, cured ham, cheese, tapas, and three Spanish wines. Beer and soft drinks are available instead of wine.

“Very good tour. English-speaking gentleman who has lived in Marbella for many years. Professionally organized. He knows the vendors very well, and has them reserve seating for the tour. My only quibble is the tour should have ended with a dessert (churro?) with coffee or hot chocolate.”

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15.From Estepona: Ronda, private transport, cafe, bullring, tapas, drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 hours · from $220

Travel from Estepona to Ronda in a private seven-seat vehicle with guide Franco, enjoying mountain views, cold drinks, coffee, the 240-year-old bullring, Puente Nuevo, old and new town viewpoints, tapas, and up to two drinks. You also get free shopping time and hotel pickup and return.

“Our Rhonda tour day with Franco was absolutely incredible! Not only did we enjoy Franco’s insight into Rhonda’s history but he also passed on many great tips for our stay in Estepona. We felt like celebrities with Franco taking our photo from the best vantage points and treating us to wonderful tapas and breaks along the journey. Thanks Franco for an amazing day!”

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