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Host: Suzie

Valencia, Spain

USD
$123-$229 per person

Private Valencia tapas food tour with a local expert

Host offerings
  • Cooking studio
  • Professional cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Suzie

A Valencia native, Suzie is deeply passionate about her city’s rich culinary heritage and loves introducing travelers to its local flavors and hidden food gems. On days when Suzie is unavailable, her colleague, a fellow local equally passionate about Valencian food and culture will be your guide.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Food tour: (2-18 guests) MORNING TAPAS + MARKET TOUR: Choose the morning Valencia tapas tour and embark on a delicious journey through Mercado Central, one of Europe’s largest fresh produce markets and a stunning example of modernist architecture. It is a popular destination if you want to experience Valencia's gastronomic scene. As you explore this vibrant food hub, you’ll taste 4 authentic tapas and enjoy 8 to 10 flavorful market samplings. Savor local specialties like cured hams, artisanal cheeses, traditional turrón, rich chocolate, and the famous Agua de Valencia cocktail, as well as local beer or wine. This immersive food tour offers a true taste of Valencia’s rich culinary heritage and lively market culture.

EVENING TAPAS TOUR: During your private Valencia tapas tour, you’ll sample 8-10 traditional Valencian tapas as you explore three hand-picked restaurants and bars in the heart of the old town. Each stop has been thoughtfully selected to highlight the region’s rich culinary heritage, offering a variety of tapas paired with local wine or beer. Along the way, you’ll learn the difference between tapas and pinchos, and taste beloved local specialties. Your guide will also share insights into Valencia’s history, key landmarks, and insider tips on must-visit spots and hidden-gem restaurants. The experience is designed to feel like an evening out with a local friend full of food, drinks, conversation, and authentic Valencian hospitality. The evening tour does not include a market tour.

Notes:
1. Your tour starts at 5pm on Mondays - Thursdays and at 6pm on Fridays - Sundays. There are no morning tours on Sundays.
2. Your host can be flexible on time so if you need to start a little earlier or later, please include it in the "Note to host" field when making your booking.

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • MORNING MENU: 4 tapas and 8-10 tastings at the market, along with Agua de Valencia and local beer or wine
  • EVENING MENU: 8-10 tapas including padron pimientes, patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo, and 3-4 drinks
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Suzie

$123-$229 USD

per person
100% VETTED
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  • 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back
  • Credit card is not charged until the host confirms your booking
  • Private experience
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Food Tour
 Not offered $229 $123
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Food Tour
 Not offered $229 $123
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Food Tour
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm

Meet Suzie

A Valencia native, Suzie is deeply passionate about her city’s rich culinary heritage and loves introducing travelers to its local flavors and hidden food gems. On days when Suzie is unavailable, her colleague, a fellow local equally passionate about Valencian food and culture will be your guide.

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

Food tour: (2-18 guests) MORNING TAPAS + MARKET TOUR: Choose the morning Valencia tapas tour and embark on a delicious journey through Mercado Central, one of Europe’s largest fresh produce markets and a stunning example of modernist architecture. It is a popular destination if you want to experience Valencia's gastronomic scene. As you explore this vibrant food hub, you’ll taste 4 authentic tapas and enjoy 8 to 10 flavorful market samplings. Savor local specialties like cured hams, artisanal cheeses, traditional turrón, rich chocolate, and the famous Agua de Valencia cocktail, as well as local beer or wine. This immersive food tour offers a true taste of Valencia’s rich culinary heritage and lively market culture.

EVENING TAPAS TOUR: During your private Valencia tapas tour, you’ll sample 8-10 traditional Valencian tapas as you explore three hand-picked restaurants and bars in the heart of the old town. Each stop has been thoughtfully selected to highlight the region’s rich culinary heritage, offering a variety of tapas paired with local wine or beer. Along the way, you’ll learn the difference between tapas and pinchos, and taste beloved local specialties. Your guide will also share insights into Valencia’s history, key landmarks, and insider tips on must-visit spots and hidden-gem restaurants. The experience is designed to feel like an evening out with a local friend full of food, drinks, conversation, and authentic Valencian hospitality. The evening tour does not include a market tour.

Notes:
1. Your tour starts at 5pm on Mondays - Thursdays and at 6pm on Fridays - Sundays. There are no morning tours on Sundays.
2. Your host can be flexible on time so if you need to start a little earlier or later, please include it in the "Note to host" field when making your booking.

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • MORNING MENU: 4 tapas and 8-10 tastings at the market, along with Agua de Valencia and local beer or wine
  • EVENING MENU: 8-10 tapas including padron pimientes, patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo, and 3-4 drinks
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Food Tour
 Not offered $229 $123
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
Food Tour
 Not offered $229 $123
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
Food Tour
 11:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-8:00pm
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