Experience the authentic culinary culture of Playa del Carmen with a walking tour off the tourist paths. We will guide you to try more than seven local tastings, from tamales to cochinita pibil and mole.
Learn the story behind the vibrant food scene and the city's street art murals. This three-hour experience is perfect for connecting with the local heart of the Riviera Maya.
General information
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Spanish
What to expect
Meet the guide at the corner of Avenida Juárez and Quinta Avenida (outside ADO station). Welcome and introduction to the tour outside the tourist area.
10 MinutesVisit a family-run stall to try the most popular morning snacks, such as sopes, tamales or panuchos, and learn about their preparation.
40 MinutesStop at a traditional restaurant to taste the iconic cochinita pibil, explaining its origin and the importance of achiote in Yucatecan cuisine.
35 MinutesTour a local neighborhood to sample a variety of tacos with different fillings, including one with mole. The guide comments on the surrounding urban art.
40 MinutesTime to try a typical Mexican or Caribbean dessert. A seasonal fresh drink is included.
30 MinutesFarewell from the guide with final recommendations. End of the local gastronomic experience.
5 MinutesWhat you should know
- Comfortable walking shoes (approximately 1.6 kilometers)
- Cap or hat and sunscreen
- Light and cool clothing
- Cash for tips and personal purchases
- Smoking in food establishments and markets
- Behavior that disrupts the group experience
- Pets due to hygiene regulations
- Consumption of alcohol not included in the tour
- The minimum recommended age to participate is 10 years old
- It is a low-difficulty walking tour, ideal for most fitness levels
What is included
- Local guide expert in the culture and gastronomy of Playa del Carmen
- Seven or more food tastings (equivalent to a full meal)
- Traditional non-alcoholic beverages
- Comments on history, culture, and street art
What is not included
- Tips for the local guide
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Alcoholic beverages
- Souvenir purchases or personal expenses
