Outside the main entrance of the 'Museo de la Ciudad de Merida'. This is the Google Maps link: https://bit.ly/4qneBVV
Description
Step into the heart of Mérida’s vibrant food scene with our authentic market tour! Explore the bustling Lucas de Gálvez and San Benito markets, where colorful stalls overflow with fresh produce, exotic spices, and local delicacies. Discover the secrets of Yucatecan cuisine, taste traditional favorites like cochinita pibil and handmade tortillas, and meet the passionate vendors who keep these culinary traditions alive. An unforgettable experience for food lovers eager to connect with the flavors and culture of Mérida.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 12+)
$46
Child (ages 5–11)
$43
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free
Out at sunset: the 4:00 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 13.
Tour Options
Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions
Itinerary
Lucas de Galvez market
45 min
We'll immerse ourselves in this vibrant market, discovering its rich history, authentic flavors, and the people who bring it to life.
Mercado San Benito
45 min
We'll step into this vibrant market, where history, flavors, and local culture come together in a lively and authentic experience.
What's included
Included
Visit to 2 markets
Insightful commentary on local food, history and culture
Guided walking tour with 4 tasting stops
All food and non-alcoholic beverages
Not included
Gratuities for your guide
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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How it compares in Merida
Starting price $46 is close to the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Merida
Excurgo comparison of 383 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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 Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions take?
Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions cost?
Prices start at $46 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 Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM.
How much does Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $43, adults from $46. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions 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 Outside the main entrance of the 'Museo de la Ciudad de Merida'. This is the Google Maps link: https://bit.ly/4qneBVV. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions 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.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Merida Market Tour: Flavors, Colors & Traditions worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Eating With Carmen Food Tours - Mérida.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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brendamF7595RD
April 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great introduction to Merida!
Annette was very kind and asked if we wanted to look at something in particular. She asked about allergies, which was nice. She explained the culture behind each food and how it was made as well as telling us about the two markets. The short tour was enough to fill us up with four dishes, one drink, fruit, and a dessert. Overall the food tour was an amazing way to get to know about the place we were in, and we knew what to order for the rest of our trip since we did the tour on the first day!
Operator response
Hola Brenda!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you had a good experience through local Merida.
Best wishes :)
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W3660FEalices
March 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A fun and delicious tour weith a wonderful guide
Fernando was a great guide--friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable--and the food was delicious! We enjoyed learning about the market and buying some spices and other small items.
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Road23288752794
March 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Must try food experience
It was such a great experience we learned so much about not only the food but the history our tour guide was so nice and friendly and so helpful! It made us appreciate the history of Merida so much more. I highly recommend it!
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Roam01982482639
February 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Food Market Tour
This tour was so great!
Everthing about this tour was worth going on !
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Maureen_R
January 22, 2026 · via Viator
Tasty and informative
Our guide Sylvie was knowledgeable and animated. She brought us through the Lucas de Galvez market where we enjoyed many new foods and a delicious agua fresca. It was a good introduction to the market and foods...a perfect way to start our stay in Merida.
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kvet2012
December 10, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Orientation to good food and interesting markets!
Lots of good food and interesting markets! Was a good orientation to common foods of the area, and our guide Marcos was lovely and enthusiastic. Still, would like to have heard more about how each dish /the market is integrated into daily life (eg. is this dish for breakfast? for celebrations? who goes to the market when? etc).
Operator response
Hola!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour with Marcos.
Big hugs :)
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robrechtd335
November 30, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great foodtour, lovely guide
Today my friends and I had this market food tour in Merida. Our guide Marcos was a great guy. Very social, knowledgable and just a super kind guy. We ate a lot of typical local cuisine that we wouldn't have tried without him. We learned about local costums and foods. We highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to eat good food, while learning about Merida and it's food culture.
Thanks Marcos for this great experience!
Operator response
Hola!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
I’m very happy to know that you had a good experience with Marcos through Merida local market.
Big hugs :)
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Daydream67262208512
November 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Delicious and fun experience.
Laura was very friendly and friendly, made the tour very interesting and enjoyable. All dishes in local and authentic places of the place. Everything was very rich, from the juices we started with to the paddle of the end. We would repeat without a doubt.
Operator response
Hola!
Muchas gracias por tu opinión.
Me alegra saber que disfrutaste el tour con Laura, nos encantaría volver a tenerte.
Saludos :)
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Kelly W
August 8, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour with a trained chef as our tour guide!
Alex was super knowledgeable and exposed to wide variety of foods and how they are made. Helped us get the spices to recreate our favorite dish at home and went out of his way to support our curiosity on new fruits we hadn’t seen before! Ages were 25-48 work colleagues and we all loved it. Also it was super hot, but tour starts with the best aqua Fresca stand that keeps you cool rest of stops, so don’t let that keep you. Highly recommend doing early in your trip as you’ll see many of the dishes on menus throughout the week.
Operator response
Hola Kelly!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour through local Merida.
Big hugs :)
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NVFD
May 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic foodie experience
Absolutely wonderful experience. Marcus was a fantastic guide and personalized everything. We navigated places in the market, I would never have gone alone, and ate delicious foods, that I would have been too afraid to try. We id not book a private tour, but it ended up just being a friend and I so we really had a great experience. I can't wait to go back to the market to buy spices, fruits and vegetables. I highly recommend this tour.
Operator response
Hola!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
It’s great to know that you had a good experience with Marcos through local Merida.
Big hugs :)
