Madrid: Pub crawl with local guide & club entry

Summary

Nightlife in Madrid with shots, clubs, and new friends around Sol

You’ll meet your group right at Puerta del Sol before heading out with a local guide who knows every shortcut and secret bar around central Madrid. Expect free shots at each stop (tequila included), exclusive drink deals, and club entry without waiting in line. It’s not just about drinking — you’ll share laughs with locals and travelers alike, making memories you’ll remember long after the music fades.

What’s the experience like?

You know that moment when you hear laughter echoing off old stone and you realize the city’s just getting started? That was Puerta del Sol for us — people everywhere, the bear statue as our meeting point. Our guide (I think her name was Marta?) waved us over with this big grin and somehow remembered everyone’s names after five minutes. I’d never done a pub crawl in Madrid before, but she made it feel like we were all regulars already.

The first bar smelled like citrus and something sweet I couldn’t place — maybe it was the liqueur in our welcome shot (tequila came later, don’t worry). We squeezed into a corner while Marta explained how every spot tonight would be different: some Spanish-style, some more international. She pointed out a bartender who’d been working there since “before reggaeton,” which made us laugh. The music changed every time we moved; at one place it was all classic rock, then suddenly flamenco guitar drifting through the open door. I tried to order in Spanish and got corrected by the bartender — he winked anyway.

By the third stop I’d lost track of time (and maybe my sense of direction), but not my group. There were drink discounts at each bar — honestly, I didn’t expect to get more than one round in before feeling full of stories. Someone from Valencia told us about Madrid’s rivalry with Barcelona over drinks; I still think about that conversation whenever I see those football scarves hanging behind bars here. The city felt warmer than usual that night, or maybe it was just the tequila kicking in.

The last club had these lights that made everyone look like they belonged on stage. Free entry meant no waiting outside — which was good because none of us wanted to lose momentum. We danced until my feet hurt and Marta kept checking on everyone like she’d known us for years. Walking back through Sol at 3am felt surreal; Madrid doesn’t really sleep, you know? And neither did we, not that night anyway.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Madrid Nightlife Pub Crawl

• Meet guide at Puerta del Sol
• Visit top bars around Sol
• Enjoy free shots at each bar
• Get exclusive drink discounts
• Free entry to a popular club

Top questions

Where does the Madrid pub crawl start?

The tour meets at the bear statue in Puerta del Sol, central Madrid.

How many bars are included on the pub crawl?

You visit 3–4 different bars or pubs during the night.

Is there a local guide on this pub crawl?

Yes, a local guide leads the group throughout the evening.

Are drinks included on the tour?

You get one welcome shot at each bar plus special discounts on other drinks.

Does this pub crawl include club entry?

Yes, free entry to one of Madrid’s top clubs is included at the end of the night.

Can I book a private pub crawl for my group?

Yes, there is an option to upgrade to a private tour for your group only.

What happens if not enough people book?

If fewer than four adults book, you’ll be notified and can reschedule or get a refund.

Is public transportation nearby after the tour ends?

Yes, public transportation options are available near Puerta del Sol.

What’s included

Your night includes meeting your local guide at Puerta del Sol, visits to three or four different bars or pubs around central Madrid (each with its own vibe), one welcome shot per venue (tequila always makes an appearance), special discounts on drinks throughout the evening, and free entry into one of Madrid’s best clubs before heading home whenever you’re ready.