Mexico City: Hidden Markets, Street Food & Salsa-Making Tour

4.8
(295 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Get a glimpse of local daily life as you walk the streets of Mexico City with your friendly, local guide. Shop for groceries in two off-the-beaten-path street markets, ride public transit and savour traditional street foods like tacos and tamales. Along the way, learn about the history, culture and politics of this great city before finishing with visit with a local family business for a quick and interactive salsa making lesson

What's Included

Guided walking tour of Mexico City’s Centro Histórico
Sip traditional drink: atole
Taste iconic Mexican street foods: tacos, tamales
Experience elements of UNESCO-recognized Mexican cuisine
Ride the Mexico City Metro like a local
Visit two authentic local markets: Mercado Melchor Muzquiz & Mercado Jamaica
Learn to make traditional salsa with a local family
Small group experience (max 12 guests)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral facade / entrance. República de Guatemala 4, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06020 Ciudad de México, CDMX

End point

Palacio de Bellas Artes facade /entrance. Av. Juárez S/N, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06050 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    First, visit Abelardo Rodriguez Market, famous for its murals and unique features like a daycare and auditorium. Enjoy your first tastings of tamales and atole while exploring its stunning 1,450 square meters of artwork.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Take the Mexican subway to the flower market, a 3-in-1 experience! Try tacos, tepache, and local fruits, while enjoying the vibrant flowers. Then, visit a family business with nearly 100 years of tradition and learn to make spicy Mexican salsa the traditional way.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wondering what to wear? We recommend dressing conservatively, as we’ll be visiting non-touristy areas. Long trousers or jeans and a t-shirt are ideal.
  • Bringing valuables? Best to leave passports, credit cards, and other valuables at your hotel. Just bring a small amount of spending cash.
  • Planning to take photos? Only small cameras are allowed — large professional gear isn’t suitable for this experience.
  • Visiting during rainy season (May to September)? A raincoat or umbrella is highly recommended to stay dry while exploring the markets.
  • Want to support local communities? This tour directly benefits independent market vendors and family-run businesses.
Supplied by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Latin America

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Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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