Wine Tasting and Flamenco Master Class in Madrid

Madrid nights do not get more hands-on than this: you taste Spanish wine with tapas, learn basic flamenco steps, then head into the city after dark. I like that the evening connects food, drink, dance, and nightlife instead of treating them as separate tourist stops. Fernando, one of the named guides, has been praised for being friendly, informative, and calm with a large hen party.

I especially like the four-wine tasting, since each glass comes with a tapa and an explanation of how to taste it. The one-hour flamenco lesson also gives you something to do, not just something to watch. The main consideration is pace: six hours, wine, dancing, and a pub crawl can make for a long night, and the professional flamenco show costs an extra €17.

Key points at a glance

• Four Spanish wines with four tapas: You taste several varieties while learning about their origins, flavors, and proper tasting technique.
• A real beginner-friendly flamenco class: The one-hour master class covers basic steps and flamenco movements without requiring previous dance experience.
• A choice after the class: Request a professional flamenco show in advance for €17 with an extra drink, or continue straight to the pub crawl.
• Three bars and one club: The nightlife portion includes a welcome shot, drink discounts, and free entry to clubs that normally charge.
• A social evening for adults: The minimum age is 18, and the booking requires at least six people.
• A central start and finish: Meet at El Oso y el Madroño at Puerta del Sol, close to public transportation, and return to the same meeting point.

Starting at Puerta del Sol

The evening begins at El Oso y el Madroño, the familiar bear and strawberry tree statue at Puerta del Sol. The address is Puerta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, so this is a central meeting point with public transportation nearby.

That location matters. Puerta del Sol is easy to reach from many parts of central Madrid, and you will not need to find a distant hotel, winery, or dance studio. Still, arrive with enough time to locate the statue. Puerta del Sol can be crowded, and a clear meeting point is useful when several groups are gathering for evening activities.

The booking is listed as a private tour or activity, meaning only your group participates in the main experience. A minimum of six people per booking applies. That makes this a natural fit for a group of friends, a birthday gathering, or a hen party, rather than a solo visitor hoping to join a small public class.

The total experience lasts about six hours. You should treat it as an evening plan, not a quick tasting followed by a short lesson. Wear clothes that let you move comfortably, and choose shoes suitable for basic dance steps and walking between nightlife stops.

Four Spanish wines and four tapas

The first main section is a guided tasting of four different Spanish wines. You are not simply handed four glasses and left to guess what you are drinking. The guide explains how to taste wine and discusses the wines’ origins and flavor profiles.

That teaching element gives the tasting its value. Spanish wine is made across many regions, and four varieties can show you how much the country’s wines differ. The supplied information does not identify the exact bottles or regions, so you should not book this expecting a fixed list of named wines. The selection may vary.

Each wine is paired with one tapa. These are appetizer-sized portions rather than a full dinner, but the pairings make the tasting more satisfying and help you notice how food changes the taste of wine. If you arrive hungry, I would still eat something beforehand or plan a proper meal later. The included tapas are part of the tasting, not a promise of a complete Spanish dinner.

The setting is described as authentic by the people who enjoyed the food and wine portion, and that is important. Wine tasting can feel stiff when it is reduced to technical language and careful sipping. Here, the small plates and practical instruction should keep the tone accessible, especially if you know little about Spanish wine.

The guide is one of the most important parts of this section. Fernando has been specifically praised for being informative and friendly, including with a large group of women on a hen party. That suggests the tone is relaxed rather than formal. You can ask questions, compare impressions, and learn without needing prior wine knowledge.

A one-hour introduction to flamenco

After the wine tasting, the group moves into an hour-long flamenco master class. You learn basic flamenco steps and try different movements with a professional instructor.

The word master class may sound intimidating, but the experience is presented as an introduction suitable for people who want to have fun with flamenco. You do not need to arrive as a dancer. The point is to learn a few fundamentals, follow the teacher, and get a feel for the rhythm and posture.

Flamenco is more than a sequence of foot movements. The class gives you a small sense of the control, attitude, and musical timing behind the performance style. You will not become a professional dancer in an hour, but you will watch a later show with a better idea of what to notice.

The lesson also breaks up the tasting nicely. You are not sitting for six hours, and the physical activity gives the evening a change of pace. At the same time, wine and dance require sensible planning. Drink at a moderate pace during the tasting, especially if you plan to take part fully in the class and continue into the night.

The lesson was singled out as a highlight by people who enjoyed trying different flamenco moves and doing their best as beginners. That is the right expectation. This is a social class, not a technical training session, and a willingness to look slightly silly is part of the fun.

Choosing a flamenco show or the pub crawl

After the class, you have two options. You may request a professional flamenco show, or you may go directly to the pub crawl.

The flamenco show is optional and costs an additional €17 per person. That fee includes an extra drink, and the show is described as one of five top flamenco shows. You must request this option in advance. Show availability cannot be checked without a booking, and the card is charged for the show only after availability is confirmed.

This is useful if you want a more polished performance after trying the basics yourself. The class lets you participate, while the show lets you sit back and see professional dancers and musicians at work. The extra charge is modest compared with adding a separate evening performance, but it is not included in the advertised tour price.

If you do not request the show, the group goes directly to the pub crawl after the one-hour class. The crawl includes three bars and one club. A welcome shot is included, as are special discounts on drinks and free entry to clubs that normally charge an admission fee.

The nightlife section is designed to remove some of the guesswork from a Madrid evening. Instead of spending time choosing a bar, finding the entrance, and working out where to go next, you follow a local guide through a planned route. Drinking games and other group activities are also included.

There is a tradeoff. A guided crawl is useful for a first night in Madrid or for a group that wants a social plan, but it may feel less appealing if you prefer quiet wine bars, long conversations, or choosing your own music. The listing does not identify the individual bars or club, so you should think of this as a flexible nightlife outing rather than a carefully specified bar tour.

What the $99.55 price really covers

At $99.55 per person, the price combines several separate experiences: a four-wine tasting, four tapas, a professional guide, a flamenco class, a welcome shot, a three-bar and one-club crawl, drink discounts, and club entry.

That package can be good value if you intend to do both the cultural activities and the nightlife. A wine tasting, dance class, and evening of bar entry would cost more if arranged separately, and the included club admission may matter on a busy night.

The value is weaker if you only want one piece of the evening. Someone interested solely in flamenco may prefer to book a show, while a serious wine enthusiast may want a longer tasting focused on specific regions and producers. This experience is built for variety and social energy rather than depth in one subject.

Remember the show is not included. Add €17 if you want that option, and request it ahead of time. Parking is also not included and is payable at check-in if it applies to you. Food and drinks beyond the stated wine, tapas, and included items are your responsibility.

Who will enjoy this Madrid evening

I would recommend this for adults who want a ready-made night with several classic Spanish elements. It suits groups of friends, hen parties, birthday groups, and first-time visitors who want local guidance after dark.

It is also a good choice if you are curious about flamenco but unsure about committing to a full performance. The class gives you a low-pressure introduction, and you can then decide if you want to pay for the show or carry on with the bars.

The format may be less suitable for anyone seeking a quiet, refined wine experience. The evening shifts from tasting to dancing to nightlife, and the final hours are social and drink-focused. It is also not recommended for pregnant women, and the minimum age is 18.

Because at least six people are required per booking, check that your party meets the minimum before planning around it. The private format is helpful for groups who want to stay together, though the full six-hour schedule means you should be comfortable spending the evening as a unit.

Practical planning for the six-hour schedule

Confirmation is received at booking, and the activity uses a mobile ticket. Keep the ticket available on your phone, but also make sure your phone is charged for the full evening.

The meeting and ending point are the same, at Puerta del Sol. That is convenient at the start and gives you a known location for the end of the activity. Since the night includes several venues, comfortable shoes are a sensible choice.

The cancellation policy is generous if your plans change. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund, and all cut-off times use Madrid local time.

The show requires one extra planning step. Ask for it in advance, since availability cannot be confirmed before booking. If the show is unavailable or you do not request it, the evening continues with the pub crawl after the class.

Should you book Wine Tasting and Flamenco Master Class in Madrid?

Book it if you want one social evening that combines Spanish wine, tapas, flamenco, and nightlife without arranging each part yourself. The strongest features are the practical wine instruction, the beginner-friendly dance class, and the choice between a professional show and a guided crawl.

I would be more cautious if you want a focused wine seminar, a quiet night, or a specific flamenco venue. The tour’s strength is variety, not specialization, and the six-hour schedule can be demanding.

For a group of six or more, especially a celebration group, this is an easy way to build a full Madrid night around food, dance, and drinks. Request the €17 show in advance if watching professional flamenco matters to you. Otherwise, expect a lively crawl through three bars and one club, with discounts and entry included.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts approximately six hours.

Where does the activity start?

It starts at El Oso y el Madroño, Puerta del Sol, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain.

Where does the activity end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point in Puerta del Sol.

How many wines are included?

You taste four different Spanish wines, with an explanation of proper wine-tasting technique and the wines’ origins and flavor profiles.

Are tapas included?

Yes. One tapa is included with each glass of wine, for four tapas in total.

Is the flamenco show included?

No. The show is optional and costs an additional €17 per person, including an extra drink. You must request it in advance.

What does the pub crawl include?

The pub crawl includes three bars and one club, a welcome shot, special drink discounts, drinking games, and free entry to clubs that normally charge admission.

What are the age and group requirements?

The minimum age is 18, and a minimum of six people per booking is required.