Three ways to build the evening
| Format | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Guided tapas tour | About 3 h | A group of 4 to 12 who wants everything organised |
| Group dinner and rooftop | An evening | A calmer birthday, smart atmosphere |
| Sunset bike ride then dinner | 2 h then dinner | An active group, summer and early autumn |
Dinner and rooftop
Book a group dinner at least a few days ahead, giving the exact number, allergies and whether you want a cake: most restaurants allow a cake brought in or order one with notice, but ask. For the drink with a view, see hotels with a rooftop pool and sunset viewpoints.
A private or small-group activity
The guided tapas tour through Cava Baja, La Latina and the historic centre is the simplest for a group: the guide chooses the bars and handles the tables. For a bike outing, see Madrid by bike. The legal age to buy alcohol in Spain is 18: plan non-alcoholic options if minors are present.
Tips
Tell the restaurant if you will arrive late and plan the way home: the Metro runs in the evening but last trains vary; see transport in Madrid.
Going further
See Madrid at night, romantic Madrid and tapas in Madrid.
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