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Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City with Market and Chinatown Visit
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Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City with Market and Chinatown Visit

by Sabores Mexico Food Tours

5 hours
Mexico City
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5 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $103.50
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5 hours
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All taxes and fees included

Overview

Mexico City's Historic Center is the oldest part of the city, where traditional Mexican food and culture come together. This 5-hour walking food tour includes visits to the Mercado de San Juan, a market favored by chefs and food lovers, where tastings are offered at three different food spots. The tour continues along Francisco I. Madero Avenue, one of the busiest streets, where the guide shares local stories and legends. Participants will also visit the Biblioteca Miguel Lerdo de Tejada, a former church now turned library featuring murals by a well-known Mexican artist. The tour spends about two hours exploring the Historic Center’s streets, sampling food from secret eateries while learning about Mexico City's history and culture. Finally, the route includes a brief stop in Chinatown for a look at this unique neighborhood. The format is a walking tour lasting about five hours. Included are a local and professional guide, tastings of traditional Mexican food, alcoholic drinks, and all activities planned. Gratuities and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. The tour operates in all weather conditions and can accommodate vegetarian and vegan diets when informed in advance. Children must be accompanied by an adult and the minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18.

Highlights

Visit Mercado de San Juan with tastings at three food spots
Walk Francisco I. Madero Avenue with local stories
See murals at Biblioteca Miguel Lerdo de Tejada
Explore Historic Center eateries with food tastings
Brief visit to Mexico City's Chinatown
Includes alcoholic drinks and all activities

What's included

Services of a local guide
Professional guide throughout the tour
Alcoholic beverages during tastings
All planned activities included
Food tastings at multiple stops

What's not included

Gratuities for guides or staff
Hotel pickup and drop-off service

Itinerary

1

Mercado de San Juan

The tour starts at San Juan Market, known for its variety and popularity among chefs and food enthusiasts. Participants sample food at three different stalls during this two-hour stop.

120 min

2

Francisco I. Madero Avenue

Walk along this busy street for about ten minutes while the guide shares legends and secrets related to the area.

10 min

3

Biblioteca Miguel Lerdo de Tejada

Visit this building that was once a church and now functions as a library. It features murals painted by a notable Mexican artist. The stop lasts about fifteen minutes.

15 min

4

Historic Center (Centro Historico)

Spend around two hours walking through the oldest part of Mexico City. The guide leads participants to various lesser-known eateries where they taste local dishes and hear about the city’s history and culture.

120 min

5

Chinatown

The tour concludes with a short visit to Mexico City’s Chinatown, offering a look at this distinctive neighborhood.

Meeting point

Meet our host inside the restaurant. The tour starts right on time, please arrive 15 minutes early.

End point

Tour ends at the last tasting location which is close to metro stations.

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–10 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult during the tour
The minimum age for consuming alcohol is 18 years
Guests should inform the operator of any dietary requirements when booking
The tour runs regardless of weather, so dress accordingly
Vegetarian and vegan food options are available if requested at booking
Total
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