7-Day Foodie Itinerary for Madrid and Valencia in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Madrid Food Tour
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Madrid-Barajas Airport

    Experience the tastes of Madrid by visiting local markets and tasting Iberico ham, croquettes, and churros.

  2. Day 2: Madrid Fusion
    15 minutes (4 miles) from previous location

    Attend the Madrid Fusion food festival to taste dishes from acclaimed chefs.

  3. Day 3: Paella Cooking Class
    3 hours (220 miles) from previous location

    Learn to make traditional Spanish paella with fresh ingredients during a hands-on cooking class in Valencia.

  4. Day 4: Central Market of Valencia
    20 minutes (1.5 miles) from previous location

    Explore the Central Market of Valencia, one of the oldest markets in the world, and indulge in fresh seafood and produce.

  5. Day 5: Horchateria de Santa Catalina
    10 minutes (1 mile) from previous location

    Visit Horchateria de Santa Catalina to try horchata, a traditional Valencian drink made from tiger nuts.

  6. Day 6: Valencia Street Food Tour
    15 minutes (2 miles) from previous location

    Sample street food such as empanadas, bocadillos and churros while exploring the streets of Valencia.

  7. Day 7: Mercado de Colón
    10 minutes (1 mile) from previous location

    End your trip by visiting the Mercado de Colón and enjoying a glass of wine and tapas while admiring the modernist architecture.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Madrid Food Tour (3 hours, $70)
  • Madrid Fusion (1 day, $150)
  • Paella Cooking Class (4 hours, $100)
  • Central Market of Valencia (2 hours, $30)
  • Horchateria de Santa Catalina (30 minutes, $10)
  • Valencia Street Food Tour (2 hours, $50)
  • Mercado de Colón (1 hour, $20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $430
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