Mexico City deep tour through La Merced and iconic markets

4.9
(87 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Leave your comfort zone and experience a raw and authentic face of the city in the most historical side of town, La Merced. Together we will explore Mexico's oldest market (Mercado Merced) and get surprised by our exotic fruits, juices, moles, pre-hispanic snacks and more traditional wonders. You will dive through the mind-blowing sorcery and art market and discover architecture, street art, hidden monuments and more gems off the beaten path. We will have the chance to meet the most popular beliefs through Santa Muerte street altars and understand how locals practice their faith.

This will all include an opportunity to try some of the best street tacos in town, followed by one of the oldest cantinas and pulquerias and finish the journey in one of downtown nicest bars with a cocktail or coffee. This is the perfect experience for the curious minded travelers who want to cross the touristic borders and have a first hand immersive cultural encounter.

What's Included

Pre-hispanic snacks
1 michelada and 1 beer (soft drinks available)
Mole tasting
Fresh fruit juice
3 top street tacos
Bilingual Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We'll meet at the entrance to Hotel Castropol.

End point

Tour ends at Itacate de mar restaurant

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Experience the sorcery and live animals market

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    You'll visit the oldest market in town

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You'll visit one of the coolest hidden gems in town, the art market.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Spot a surreal church

    1 minute Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Taco Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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