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Mexico City: Small-Group Market Secrets & Cooking Clas Tour  1
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Small-Group Mexico City Tour: Hidden Markets, Street Food & Salsa Lesson

By Intrepid Travel
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Free cancellation available
Price is €60 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Explore two authentic local markets
  • Taste tacos, tamales, and local favourites
  • Ride the Metro like a Mexico City local
  • Join a hands-on salsa-making lesson
  • Discover everyday life beyond the tourist trail

Activity location

  • Centro
    • Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral
    • 4 República de Guatemala
    • 06000, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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Mexico City: Small Group Market Secrets & Cooking Class Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
  • Food only
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€60.44 x 1 Adult€60.44
Total
Price is €60.44

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walking tour with local expert through Mexico City markets
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour of 2 Local Mexico City's markets
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Street food tastings (tacos, tamales, atole)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Coffee or Atole
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Interactive salsa-making experience with a local expert
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Metro tickets for local transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional food not listed as Inclusions

Know before you book

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed.
  • Maximum group size is 12 people.
  • Check in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.
  • This tour can accommodate vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free and other dietary restrictions
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Discover the flavours, traditions, and everyday life of Mexico City on this immersive small-group experience (max 12 guests). Venture beyond the tourist trail and explore two authentic local markets alongside a knowledgeable local guide, gaining insight into the culture and culinary heritage that shape this vibrant city.

Begin at a hidden area market known for its striking political murals, where you'll sample traditional tamales and atole while uncovering stories of Mexico's past and present. Then travel like a local on the Metro to one of the city's most colourful markets, filled with flowers, fresh produce, chillies, herbs, and bustling stalls that offer a true glimpse into daily life.

Along the way, indulge in iconic Mexican street foods, including tacos and seasonal specialities, while learning about the indigenous ingredients and regional flavours that have influenced Mexican cuisine for generations.

The experience concludes with a hands-on salsa-making lesson using fresh market ingredients and a traditional molcajete. Learn the techniques behind one of Mexico's most beloved culinary traditions before enjoying your homemade salsa with a classic huarache. Perfect for food lovers seeking an authentic, local perspective on Mexico City.

Location

Activity location

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    Centro
    • Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hostel Mundo Joven Catedral
    • 4 República de Guatemala
    • 06000, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico