Downtown Food Tour: Taste Authentic Mexican Cuisine

Embark on a culinary journey through Mexico City’s historic streets and vibrant markets. Taste authentic dishes and explore cultural landmarks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mercado de San Juan - San Juan Market in Mexico City is a bustling and historic market known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse offerings. As one of the oldest markets in the city, San Juan Market is a food lover’s paradise, offering a wide array of fresh produce, meats, exotic ingredients, and gourmet delicacies. Explore the market’s lively stalls, sample local flavors, and experience the authentic essence of Mexican culinary traditions. It’s a must-visit destination for those seeking an immersive and flavorful glimpse into the local food scene.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Food tasting
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey through the heart of Mexico City with our Downtown Food Tour, where we will visit the vibrant San Juan Market. As you weave through historic streets , you’ll pass by architectural marvels like the Palacio de Iturbide, Casa de los Azulejos and the breathtaking Palacio de Bellas Artes.

Indulge in a culinary adventure as you taste authentic Mexican dishes. From succulent tacos to tantalizing mexican dishes, each bite reflects the diverse flavors that define Mexican cuisine.

Join us for a memorable adventure where every step brings you closer to the heart of Mexican culture through its diverse and delicious food.

  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Note: Tasting locations are subject to change
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Small-group
Location
Centrina Café
Plaza de San Juan
Our guide will meet you at Centrina Cafe
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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826debbie
Mar 26, 2019
Excellent food tour - This was a very good experience, very authentic. Eduardo did a very nice job of explaining everything to us in good detail, at the market and in the kitchen. I would definitely recommend this if you are interested in Mexican food in any way. I don't really cook a lot, but enjoyed the class and lesson in the food preparation.
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Trevor
Mar 6, 2019
Excellent Mexican food tour - Luis was excellent at hosting a fascinating Mexican food tour, a wide range of dishes was enjoyed while gaining an understanding of various regional cuisines, cooking methods and history.
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Jock
Jul 19, 2018
Awesome cooking class, and would do another! - I did a cooking class with this company, and I'm so glad the I ditched the pyramids to spend my time on this instead! Everything about this company and the class is great. Starting with their office teams communication, to the market tour (you help with all the shopping which is super fun) and cooking class itself, through to the end where they take the time to get your feedback on the day. I did my class with Eduardo (Lalo) who I would definitely ask for, as he's not only a great chef and teacher, but a really nice guy to spend a number of hours with. Coming from a catering/hospitality background in Australia I cannot fault the time I took for this class in any way. And not only did I learn about Mexican food, but a lot about the people and culture at the same time. Do the class everyone! You won't regret it! Jock
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Sarah
Jul 10, 2016
We had a great time with our tour guide... - <p>We had a great time with our tour guide Angelica Zamora. She was really good in explaining the different foods of Mexico and explaining the history and culture ! We Had a hard time finding the market , she was sweet enough to pick us up from the place we were ! Loved every bit of it and highly recommend</p>
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Paul
Apr 3, 2016
I highly recommend this tour. Luiz, the... - <p>I highly recommend this tour. Luiz, the guide is very good at explaining many things of historical significance about the market and its vendors.</p>
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Noriko
Jan 17, 2015
It was a fun learning tour on food... - <p>It was a fun learning tour on food there. Not only did the tour guide speaks English very well, but he was also friendly, kind, and knowledgeable of interesting food. I enjoyed it a lot.</p>
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Ludivina
Aug 22, 2016
Food tour was good and informative... - <p>Food tour was good and informative. Your instructions said to be there 15 minutes early, but our guide was 5 minutes late. Then why be early? Overall we had a good time and enjoyed it.</p>
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Kathleen
Feb 6, 2015
The tour itself was excellent. I... - <p>The tour itself was excellent. I enjoyed talking to the people in the market and eating foods i had not eaten before. The market is beautiful and very clean and all of the vendors are friendly and happy to talk to you. My guide was friendly, fairly knowledgeable and did a good job. The price for the tour, however, is completely unjustified. 58 for 2 hours walking through the market compared with, for example 76 for 12 hour trip to Puebla just doesnt make sense. If you speak Spanish you could have the same experience four about 15 to 20 for the food.</p>
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Andrew
Jun 17, 2017
The tour guide was very unprofessional... - <p>The tour guide was very unprofessional. Not only that she was late, she was on her smart phone text messaging all the time. Her knowledge of the subject was very rudimentary and willingness to show us the markets close to 0. We had to force her to go to the meat section of the market. It made her unhappy. We only had stopped at two stands one with cheese and the other with exotic food grasshoppers. Than we went for few tacos of barbacoa pulled pig and one old corn muffin. Finally she dropped was at the artisan market 100 meters away saying goodbye. No explanation, no introduction, no guidance. The scheduled at least 3 hours tour was cut to less than 2 hours. With her limited command of English and attention to in and out-going text messages I wonder if this could be a blessing. For everybody thinking to pay 60 per head for this tour simple advice. This is rip-off. Do it on your own for 10 and will see more, enjoy it better. All owners of the stands are very pleasant and will help you to taste and give explanation up to their best potential paying undivided attention to the client.</p>
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