Authentic Oaxaca Eat Like a Local Street Food Tour

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

This tour focuses on authentic Oaxacan street food and local culture. Guests explore traditional markets and hidden food spots while enjoying 7–8 food tastings from local vendors.

Led by a guide who grew up in Oaxaca and has over three years of professional food tour experience, the tour combines history, culture, and cuisine while walking through the historic center.

What's Included

The tour includes one bottle of water per guest. Any additional beverages such as extra water, beer, margaritas, or other drinks can be purchased directly at the stops.
Gratuities are not included. Our guides make their living by providing great experiences, and tips are always appreciated if you enjoyed the tour.
Local Guide
Enjoy 7–8 traditional food and drink tastings including memelas, tlayudas, tejate, empanadas, local desserts and more.
The tour includes one bottle of water per guest. Any additional beverages such as extra water, beer, margaritas, or other drinks can be purchased directly at the stops.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Jardín San Pablo (San Pablo Garden), Oaxaca Centro. The garden is located on Av. Independencia, between Manuel Fernández Fiallo and Melchor Ocampo, directly across from Centro Cultural San Pablo and one block from Teatro Macedonio Alcalá. Your guide will be waiting by the fountain inside the park.

End point
Plaza de la Danza

We finish the tour at Plaza de la Danza, one of Oaxaca’s most charming plazas. This location is a great place to relax, continue exploring the historic center, or easily return to nearby hotels.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We begin the experience at Jardín San Pablo, a quiet garden in the historic center of Oaxaca. Your guide will welcome the group next to the fountain and introduce the culinary traditions that make Oaxaca one of the most famous food destinations in Mexico.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We pass by Centro Cultural San Pablo, a beautifully restored historic complex that was once a Dominican convent. Your guide will briefly explain its cultural importance while we begin our walk through the historic center.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Our first tasting introduces you to one of Oaxaca’s most beloved street foods: the memela. This handmade corn masa dish is topped with traditional ingredients and prepared fresh by local vendors.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mercado 20 De Noviembre

    At the famous “Pasillo de Humo” (Smoke Hall), guests will experience the vibrant atmosphere of traditional charcoal grills where local meats are prepared. Here we will taste: • Tejate, a refreshing traditional drink made with cacao and maize • Chapulines (toasted grasshoppers), a famous Oaxacan delicacy Trying chapulines is completely optional, but many travelers enjoy tasting them as part of the local culinary tradition.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mercado Benito Juarez

    We continue to the nearby Mercado Benito Juárez, another iconic market full of local flavors. Here guests will enjoy: • Empanada de amarillo, filled with traditional yellow mole • Nicuatole, a classic Oaxacan dessert made from corn Time: 35 minutes

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Zocalo (Pass by)

    We walk through the Zócalo, the heart of Oaxaca’s historic center, where the Cathedral stands. This lively square is the social center of the city and a perfect place to understand everyday life in Oaxaca.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    No visit to Oaxaca is complete without its famous chocolate. Here we enjoy traditional Oaxacan chocolate.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    We stop to taste one of Oaxaca’s most iconic dishes: the tlayuda, often called the “Oaxacan pizza.” This large crispy tortilla is topped with beans, cheese, and other traditional ingredients.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Here guests will enjoy traditional Oaxacan ice cream, the perfect refreshing ending to the experience.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Oaxaca Food Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

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

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