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Mérida Food Tour: Markets and Street Flavors

Location Merida, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
$95
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Taste of Old Mérida offers an immersive journey through the rich culinary landscape of Yucatán. This experience invites you to savor traditional dishes while exploring vibrant markets and historic neighborhoods.

  • 🛍️ Visit iconic markets including Santiago, Lucas de Gálvez, and the Handicrafts Market, where local flavors come alive.
  • 🍽️ Taste classic Yucatecan dishes such as panuchos, salbutes, tortas de lechón, and escabeche, celebrating the region's culinary heritage.
  • 🌿 Discover unique local ingredients like axiote, habanero, sour orange, and epazote that define Yucatán's flavors.
  • 🍹 End the tour at a traditional cantina with modern flair, enjoying drinks in a lively atmosphere.
  • 👩‍🍳 Participate in live food preparation activities, including salsa-making and stove-to-plate tastings for a hands-on experience.
  • 🏛️ Stroll through colorful streets, historic plazas, and admire stunning colonial architecture that tells the story of Mérida.
  • 📖 Learn from an expert local host who shares captivating stories about food, families, and forgotten customs of the area.
  • 🚶‍♂️ The experience lasts 4 hours and 30 minutes, ensuring a deep dive into the culture of Mérida.
  • 🌍 Wheelchair accessible, with pram/stroller friendly options for families with infants and small children.
  • 🍽️ Vegetarian and vegan options available; please inform your guide of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Roots & Flavors: Taste of Old Mérida
Taste of Old Mérida
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Food Tasting
  • All Activities
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

  • Mercado y Plaza Santiago
    Visit the lively Santiago Market, a favorite among locals for its authentic food stalls and fresh produce. Here you’ll enjoy tastings of traditional Yucatecan dishes and experience everyday life in Mérida.
  • Lucas de Galvez market
    Step into Mérida’s largest and most traditional market, where vibrant colors, exotic aromas, and bustling vendors create an unforgettable atmosphere. Taste authentic Yucatecan specialties while learning about local traditions and ingredients.
  • La Mejorada Open Studio
    Wander through one of Mérida’s most charming neighborhoods, filled with colonial architecture, historic churches, and quiet plazas. Your guide will share stories of the area’s past and how it has become a cultural hub today.
  • Plaza Grande
    Discover the heart of Mérida at Plaza Grande, surrounded by iconic landmarks such as the Cathedral of San Ildefonso and the Government Palace. Feel the pulse of the city while enjoying local life, music, and traditions.
  • Mercado Garcia Rejon
    Explore the iconic craft market in Mérida and taste a gem only locals know.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Vegetarian and vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Mérida Food Tour: Markets and Street Flavors

    Location Merida, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
    $95
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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