Madrid: Secret Alley Night Out with Salsa, Cocktails & Snacks

Summary

Madrid’s secret alleyway comes alive with vallenato, salsa and late-night stories

You’ll slip through a hidden door in Madrid for a VIP night of Latin rhythms, learning salsa steps from locals, sipping cocktails, and sharing fresh empanadas. Expect laughter over your two included drinks and welcome shot, plus plenty of time to soak up the Colombian-inspired atmosphere until late.

What’s the experience like?

We were already laughing before we even found the right door. There’s this little alley in Madrid—honestly, I’d walked past it a dozen times without noticing—and suddenly we’re whispering a password to a woman named Margarita. She winked (I’m sure she knew we were nervous) and let us into her “botillery.” The air inside was thick with music—vallenato and salsa—and something sweet and herbal from behind the bar. I remember thinking: this is what Madrid sounds like after midnight.

Our guide handed out welcome shots—mine tasted sharp but not harsh—and explained that every year the whole place changes to match wherever Guillermo (Margarita’s husband, apparently) is “hiding.” This time it was Colombia. There were bright flags draped overhead and old cumbia records stacked on shelves. We tried to follow along as a local showed us some salsa steps; I stepped on my friend’s foot more than once. Li laughed when I tried to say “buen provecho” before biting into an empanada (I probably butchered it). The dough was warm and flaky, filling spicy but not too heavy—perfect with cold beer.

I kept catching snippets of Spanish from the regulars at the bar, their voices rising over the music whenever someone nailed a tricky dance move. Around 1am, someone dimmed the lights and for a second it felt like we could’ve been anywhere—Bogotá or Barranquilla maybe—but then someone shouted about churros and we all cracked up. The night blurred at the edges after that. I still think about that room sometimes—the way everyone just melted together for a few hours, no one checking their phones or worrying about work tomorrow. If you’re looking for something different to do in Madrid at night—a secret alleyway with dancing, drinks, and just enough chaos—this is probably it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — VIP secret alley experience in Madrid

• Enter Margarita's botillery with password
• Enjoy VIP no-line entry
• Receive welcome shot
• Have two drinks
• Eat two empanadas
• Learn to dance vallenato and salsa
• Enjoy cocktails in secret alley

Top questions

Is there food included in this Madrid secret alley tour?

Yes, two empanadas are included along with drinks.

Do I need to wait in line for entry?

No, this experience includes VIP entrance with no line upon entry.

What drinks are included in the ticket?

You get one welcome shot plus two drinks (beer or soft drink).

How late can I stay at the venue?

You can enter freely until 22:00 and stay until 3:00 AM.

Is this activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Are public transportation options nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close by.

Do I need any dance experience to join?

No dance experience needed; locals will show you basic steps.

Is this suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What’s included

Your night includes VIP entry (no waiting), access to Margarita’s botillery until 3:00 AM, one welcome shot on arrival, two beers or soft drinks of your choice, plus two fresh empanadas served as you settle into the Colombian-inspired rhythm of the evening.