Taste Marbella was born out of our passion for food, storytelling and Andalusian culture. We wanted to create a way for curious travellers to experience the best side of Marbella Old Town.
OUR Story
Real food. Real people. The real Marbella.
Taste Marbella was born from a simple idea: if you want to really get to know a place, sit down and eat with the locals. We’re not here to show you the tourist version of the Old Town, we’ll take you to the tucked-away taverns, the family-run gems, the kind of places you’d never find on your own. This isn’t just a food tour, It’s your insider pass to the stories, flavors, and people that make Marbella unforgettable. Come hungry — you’re about to see the town like a local.
Marbella local with a big appetite and zero patience for soulless travel.
Our Vision
To make Taste Marbella the go-to for travelers who care — where every bite means something, every stop helps a local business, and every guest walks away feeling connected: to the place, the people who live here, and the fellow travelers they shared it with.
Our MiSsion
To give curious travellers a deeper way to experience Marbella — through unforgettable food, meaningful local encounters, and a chance to connect with like-minded travellers, We craft small, intimate tours that feel less like sightseeing and more like being invited in.
EXPERIENCE
The Best Side Of Marbella’s Town
Manuel Delgado
Founder
Born with a fork in one hand and a story in the other, Manuel Delgado is the heart (and appetite) behind Taste Marbella. After years of seeing tourists miss the real soul of the Old Town — the tucked-away taverns, the grandma-made stews, the loud laughter over shared plates — he decided to do something about it. Taste Marbella is his way of inviting you in, like an old friend, to eat well, drink better, and leave knowing you’ve actually met Marbella. No scripts, no tourist traps — just great food, good company, and maybe one too many glasses of wine.
Oliver Mengod
Tour Guide
Rebecca Hyett
Tour Designer & Branding
Manuel Delgado
Founder & Tour Guide
EXPERIENCE
The Best Side of Marbella’s Old Town
There’s a side of Marbella most visitors never get to see — the local side. That’s where we come in. Taste Marbella was created to give travelers a deeper, more meaningful way to connect with this place: through its food, its people, and its untold stories. No big groups, no tourist traps — just real experiences that feed your curiosity and your appetite.
Eat like a local We take you to family-run taverns and hidden gems where the flavors are as authentic as the people who serve them.
Connect through culture Our tours go beyond food — they’re about sharing stories, traditions, and laughs with locals and fellow travelers.
Support what matters Every stop supports small, independent businesses that give Marbella its soul — and need travelers like you to stay alive.
PICK A Ready Made
Marbella Food Tours
Designed for tapas enthusiasts, vermouth lovers, jamón connoisseurs, and anyone with a passion for bold flavors, hidden culinary gems, and unforgettable dining experiences.
5/5
Tapas
Hidden taverns, shared laughter, and rich bites—taste tradition with every step you take.
Michel was great—very informative! We had four little children, and he was very accommodating. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. History, food, and wine—you can’t go wrong!
Megan Laforest
June 2024
Great Time, Awesome tour
We thought we had it covered—we knew it all… But we were so wrong. The tour was great! We had so much fun, discovered new places, enjoyed tasting, and got to know the local tapas. Thank you!
Tsafrir C
July 2024
Wonderful Time
We had an absolutely wonderful time with Christina and Nathalie exploring the market in Marbella! They were incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and so pleasant to spend time with—it felt like enjoying food and drink with a friend you’ve known for years!
Mary Suchuchman
August 2024
Foodie Paradise
Amazing experience with a great guide! We learned about the history of the area, along with food and wine at each location. One of my favorite tapas was the ensalada rusa.
Liz C
August 2024
What A Treat!
What a treat! I organized this gastronomic tour for our group of eight as part of a business trip, without imagining for a single moment the indelible mark the evening would leave on us.
Francois Dejaeghere
April 2024
Best Tapas Experience
This was a fantastic event! We had great people on our tour, and our guide, Michel, was so knowledgeable and accommodating. He knew the best places to go and taught us so much. We all loved it!
Stacey C
September 2024
Awesome Time!
Went on a great tour with Gina today, and we had an awesome time! Gina was super knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The food she shared with us was fantastic! I highly recommend her and this tour.
Ken Reinstein
March 2024
Wonderful Evening!
Michel was a wonderful tour guide and host for the evening! His passion for the city, its food, and its people made us fall even more in love with Marbella. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Marbella!
Jess
October 2024
Amazing Food
Amazing food tour of Marbella. It was great to be taken around the old town by someone who knew all the best places to eat and drink. Manuel, the tour guide, was excellent throughout and very knowledgeable about the local area and its history.
Ian Munday
December 2024
Great experience
Wonderfully knowledgeable guide in the city. Well worth the time and money. I would recommend it to any traveler in the area. The variety of food was outstanding.
Erin W
October 2024
ABSOLUTELY Fabulous!
Our Tapas food tour with Manuel and Christian was wonderful in the old town of Marbella. They were very knowledgeable and fun to be with during our tour around Marbella . We went to three wonderful restaurants with great Tapas & wine.
Nancy Linetine
December 2024
EXCELLENT MARKET TOUR
We had the most wonderful family food tour with Manuel. We have already returned to one restaurant and will go back to the others. Manuel provided us a lot of history of Marbella in a very fun way. Highly recommend this tour!
Mary Vazis
January 2025
ABSOLUTELY Fabulous!
We really loved the tapas tour. I brought us to place where we normally wouldn't come. The taste of real Spanish tapas and the stories behind topped it all off. Thanks
Arjan Van Vilet
December 2024
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Taste Marbella was born out of our passion for food, storytelling and Andalusian culture. We wanted to create a way for curious travellers to experience the best side of Marbella Old Town.