Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $82 / person
- Location
- Merida, Mexico
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Get Routa
- Meeting point
- See you in the letters of Merida, located in front of the Cathedral in the Plaza Grande. At the time of the tour, our guide will be waiting for you with a sign indicating the start time.
Description
Experience a unique guided culinary experience by touring the center of Merida on foot. Discover the most authentic and traditional flavors of the city, tasting local food in markets and places frequented by the inhabitants themselves
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $82
- Child (ages 0–11)
- $82
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:26 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Plaza Grande
The meeting point will be in the letters of Merida, located in the Plaza Grande, where our team will wait 10 minutes to start the tour.
From here we start our tour enjoying some traditional refreshing drinks and we will try our first dish of the day : delicious fatties, you can choose the flavor and filling that you like!
Mercado San Benito
Our second stop will be the colorful San Benito Market, a true gem of Mexican gastronomy. Here we will try salbutes, delicious fried tortillas, soft inside and crispy outside, filled with meat, lettuce, tomato and onions, a classic Yucatan that you can not miss!
Mercado San Benito
Then we will try a dish so traditional that it has a Mayan name: poc chuc. This is pork marinated in sour orange juice and spices, grilled.
Mercado San Benito
Our next stop will be to taste some local fruit, visit some typical stands and explain more about the products and customs of the region
Lucas de Galvez market
We will continue to Lucas de Galvez market, where we will have the opportunity to taste the authentic cochinita pibil, a classic of Yucatecan cuisine.
Lucas de Galvez market
For our last stop, we will taste tacos al pastor, a representative dish of Mexican cuisine. While not native to the region, their taste and popularity have made them a must-see classic
Plaza Grande
We return to the starting point of the tour to say goodbye, so we can continue enjoying a beautiful day in Merida
What's included
Included
Local guide
History of Merida and its surroundings
All meals and drinks included
Tips on restaurants and local food markets
Not included
Non-alcoholic activity
Transportation to and from the meeting point
How it compares in Merida
- Starting price $82 is 79% above the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Merida
Excurgo comparison of 384 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour take?
Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour cost?
Prices start at $82 per person for this Merida experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–11 pay from $82, adults from $82.
Can I cancel Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is See you in the letters of Merida, located in front of the Cathedral in the Plaza Grande. At the time of the tour, our guide will be waiting for you with a sign indicating the start time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Merida : Between Markets and Flavors Food Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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