Authentic food, local stories & unforgettable experiences in the heart of Marbella

Taste Marbella that the Tourist Don't See

Discover Marbella through the eyes of Michel, your local guide with more than 20 years of experience living in Marbella and over 35 years in hospitality.

Join us for a relaxed and delicious journey through the beautiful Old Town, discovering authentic tapas, local drinks, fascinating stories and the places that many visitors simply walk past.

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Meet Michel -
Your Local Guide
to Marbella

Guide · Storyteller · Local gem hunter

I've been lucky enough to call Marbella home for more than 20 years. With more than 35 years of experience in hospitality, I've spent a large part of my life around food, people and the pleasure of making guests feel welcome.

Over the years I've built relationships with local restaurant owners, chefs and people who know Marbella inside out.

And that's what I want to share with you. Not just the places you can find on Google. The places I genuinely love. The stories I've collected. The Marbella I know.

🗣️ Fluent English & Spanish 📍 20+ years in Marbella 🍷 Certified wine knowledge 👨‍👩‍👧 Family & group friendly ♿ Dietary needs accommodated

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"By far the best thing we've done in Spain!"

— Savannah, Google

Michel

Head Guide · Marbella Flavours

5.0 · Google

      EXCELLENT  
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   Andy Marshall 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful experience with Michel on our tapas tour. He shared his vast knowledge about the city and its history and also the local taverns and food with us. He was attentive to our group and catered the experience to us perfectly. Highly recommend touring with him.
  
 
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   Gary Barber 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely delightful and highly recommended

Owner's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was an verry pleasurable evening , hope to see you guys back again.
  
 
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   Cathrine Bingen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a perfect evening in Marbella. The guide had a lot of knowledge about the history and he took us to some very nice tapas bars in Marbella. Fantastic food and drinks.

Owner's reply
So nice to hear that you had a great evening, I did enjoyed is as much as you did ,thanks
  
 
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   Eva-Britt Soerboe Syversen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super guide, good tapas and vines. Loved all the history of Marbella, and the talks about food and explanations. Will recomand this tapas guidetour.😊

Owner's reply
Many thanks , it was an great evening indeed. Thanks again for your kind words.
  
 
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   Anette Olsen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good guiding, excellent food and drink.😃👍

Owner's reply
Thanks and fantastic to know that you enjoyed it .
  
 
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   Joan Gamble 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very interesting tour. The guide is very friendly and knows his stuff. Great bars/tapas visited

Owner's reply
So nice to hear that you enjoy it . A big thanks
  
 
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   Fossile Mobs 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 

Owner's reply
Thank you so much .
  
 
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   Kylie Gaasbeek 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went here the 27th of January and I am very satisfied. The tapas tour with our guide, Mitch , was awesome! Every restaurant we stopped at had delicious tapas paired with cava/wine. Along the walking route, Mitch told us about some of the history of Marbella and the surrounding region, we had a little rain ,but it still was good , and also shared some fun urban legends. Would highly recommend this tour! We come back with some friends in the summer and we have booked already. Great tour

Owner's reply
Many thanks , the pleasure was on our side

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WELCOME TO

The Marbella Food Tour with Michel

Your passport to the authentic flavours of Marbella. You'll experience an unforgettable culinary adventure: exploring traditional taverns, tasting tapas created with ancient recipes, and pairing each bite with the finest local drinks. Our tours are carefully designed to offer a leisurely, flavorful, and story-filled experience, perfect for those who want to get to know the city's soul. Enjoy with us a gastronomic and cultural discovery in the heart of the Old Town. Book now and let yourself be seduced by the flavour of Marbella!

Meet Michel! 20+ years living in Marbella, 35+ years in hospitality, and former head guide of one of Marbella's best-known food tours.

Now I'm taking you to the places I personally love — sharing the food, stories and people that make Marbella special.

Discover the Marbella that tourists don't see — authentic tapas, local wines, hidden corners and the stories behind them.

I worked for over 5 years for one of best and biggest tour operator, and now working for Marbellaflavours.com.

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ABOUT US

The Marbella Flavours Experience

Taste

Enjoy authentic local tapas, drinks and flavours carefully chosen to give you a real taste of Marbella.

Discover

Explore the beautiful streets and hidden corners of Marbella's Old Town that many visitors never find.

Connect

Meet the people, hear the stories and experience the warm, welcoming side of Marbella.

Enjoy

No rushing. No large groups. Just great food, interesting stories and a memorable few hours in Marbella.

SERVICES

Choose Your Marbella Experience

Embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure. With Marbella Flavours, you'll explore the most traditional taverns in the Old Town, sample tapas made with ancient recipes, and pair each bite with carefully selected local wines and spirits.

Marbella Food Tour

Spend a few unforgettable hours exploring Marbella's Old Town while tasting some of the area's best local flavours.

Perfect for couples, friends, families and small groups.

Private Marbella Food Tour

Want Marbella to yourself?

Create a private experience designed around your group, your interests and your occasion.

Perfect for:

Birthdays
Hen & stag celebrations
Families
Friends
Corporate groups
Special occasions
Private holidays

Your group. Your pace. Your Marbella.

Book now and let yourself be seduced by the flavour of Marbella!

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Traditional Tapas Tour

Private Tour

If you're looking to explore at your own pace with tailored attention, you've come to the right place. Fill out the form below and let us know your preferences—dates, destinations, group size, and anything else you'd love to include. We’ll craft a private tour experience just for you!

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EXPERIENCE

Discover the Real Marbella

The best memories aren't always found in guidebooks.

They're found around a table.

They're found down a little street you nearly missed.

They're found in a conversation with a local.

They're found in the taste of something you've never tried before.

Come and discover the Marbella we love.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the food tour?

Our Marbella food experience lasts approximately 3 hours.

Where does the tour take place?

The experience takes place in and around Marbella's beautiful Old Town, visiting authentic local venues along the way.

Can you accommodate dietary requirements?

Absolutely. Please let us know your requirements when booking so we can make your experience as enjoyable as possible.

Do you offer private tours?

Yes. Private experiences are available for couples, families, groups, celebrations and corporate occasions.

Is this suitable for people who don't drink alcohol?

Yes. We can accommodate guests who prefer not to drink alcohol.

What happens if I have a large group?

We'd love to hear from you. Contact us and we'll discuss the best option for your group.

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Taste Marbella that the Tourist Don't See

Meet Michel -
Your Local Guide
to Marbella

Real People. Real Bites.
Real Reviews.

The Marbella Food Tour with Michel