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Local Markets & Food Tour in Mexico City

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Mexico City
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Discover Mexico City’s vibrant culture and flavors on a local markets and food tour. Explore historic sites and taste authentic Mexican dishes loved globally. Ideal for culture and food lovers.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Mexico City is well-known for its huge cultural activity. You can find from imperial buildings to the most exotic picturesque markets. We will take you through the most iconic historical places and you will have the opportunity to taste some of its famous meals. We will make you feel like a true Mexican!


You will have the opportunity to visit the most emblematic places, like the city´s historical center, Palacio de Bellas Artes, and stroll around the magic 5 de Mayo Avenue. You will get also a gastronomy taste, and visit the San Juan food market and La Ciudadela artisan market. With this tour, you will try true Mexican food loved by people around the world.

What You Get

Mexican tacos in a traditional Taquería
Professional guided tour
Food tasting of exotic meat and insect delicacies

Good To Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Centro Historico

The tour will start in the historic center of Mexico City. Here you will have the opportunity to see its most famous buildings, get to know about the ancient architecture and stroll around its magical streets.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Zocalo (Pass By)

We will see its well-known Zócalo, the main square of the city, and its beautiful streets. It´s also known as Plaza de la Constitución, in honor of the Cadiz Constitution of 1812. It´s where concerts, daily life, and cultural events take place.

Catedral Metropolitana de la Ciudad de Mexico (Pass By)

Continue visiting the historic center of the city and do not miss this great architectural ensemble. In honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Heaven, is inspired by the Spanish cathedrals style. It´s also listed as a World Heritage Site.

Palacio Nacional de Mexico (Pass By)

This imposing baroque building is used as the Headquarters of the Federal Executive Power and the official residence of the president. Learn about its great history, reforms, and almost destruction, until it became the building it is today.

Avenida 5 de Mayo (Pass By)

Stroll through this important avenue in honor of the battle of the Mexicans against the French. Let yourself be admired by its great examples of XIX and XX-century architecture.

House of Tiles (Pass By)

Here we will have the opportunity to see one of the city's architectural jewels, the Casa de Los Azulejos, a marvel of New Spain baroque. A palace with beautiful interiors and frescoes painted by Mexican artists in its interiors.

Palacio de Bellas Artes (Pass By)

Visit the emblematic house of Mexican art. This palace is the center of art and cultural activities of the country and therefore a key point in the tour. You can´t miss its bronze entrance, its details in white marble, and the murals made by famous Mexican artists.
2

Mexico City

We will whet your appetite by tasting some tacos in an authentic Mexican Taquería. Have the chance to try the true Mexican flavor!
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Mercado de San Juan

Here you will be amazed by its exotic animal meat, vegetables, fruits and insect delicacies. And there is still more! We will surprise you with the tasting of these delicacies, and to leave an even more Mexican taste in your mouth, you will try a shot of tequila or mezcal.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
4

Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela

Our last stop is known for its handicrafts made and cured by Mexican artisans, and the place to pick up the most loved souvenirs. You will learn about its origin and history and have the opportunity to visit some of its more than 350 stalls!
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Hostal Amigo, Isabel La Católica, Ciudad de México, Mexico, MX, 06000

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The lobby of Hostal Amigo, Isabel la Católica 61-A, at 12:00 p.m.
End Point

Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, Balderas, Ciudad de México, Mexico, MX, 06040

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The tour ends at the last point of the itinerary after a guided visit with our professional guide

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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