Mexico City: La Merced and Sonora Market Guided Food Tour

@CDMX_MEMORIES
Perfect for: Curious travelers, cultural foodies, and anyone who wants to experience the city with all five senses

Explore the second biggest market in Mexico city through the eyes of those who grew up there. Join us for an unforgettable journey through one of Mexico City’s bustling traditional markets, guided by a local who know every corner, every vendor and every story. These aren't just tours they're personal homecomings. Your guides are members who grew up selling, helping, shopping, eating and celebrating in these markets we are the second or third generation growing an living in the vibrant markets and now we're opening the door for you to experience it the way they always have, become by your self a true "chilango"
Taste street food made with recipes passed down for generations, meet the vendors your guides have known since childhood and uncover hidden gems only locals know. You'll learn about the rich cultural history behind every ingredient and dish — and leave with a full heart and an even fuller stomach.
Whether it's the vibrant, colorful chaotic Mercado de la Merced or the colorful chaos dedicate for the witchcraft and magic of Mercado de Sonora, the tours are ever the same because each guide brings their unique story and favorite flavors to share with you.

In Mexico City, markets do more than feed your body. they nourish your soul. On this tour, you’ll walk through the vibrant corridors where daily life unfolds with the call of vendors, the scent of fresh masa on the comal, and recipes passed down for generations.

We’ll take you to traditional neighborhood markets, far from the tourist traps, where real locals eat. You’ll taste about 8th stops from handmade antojitos, drink freshly squeezed juices, and sit down in humble fondas, tacos, local season fruit and some Pre-hispanic ingredients where every dish is served with heart and heritage. Each stop is a living memory, each flavor a cultural story.
Your local guide will share not just what to eat, but why, revealing the roots of each ingredient, the history behind the dishes, and the people who make them with passion and pride.
All tour guides at "@CDMX_MEMORIES" are second generation of the markets locals who grow up at the markets so it's what we consider a home and it's part of us!
Includes:

3–4 hour guided tour by a local resident

Insider stories, cultural insights, and hidden spots

Small group experience (max. 8 people)

Full tasting at 6–8 food stalls or family-run eateries

Meet-and-greet with market vendors and cooks

Tips to keep exploring like a local

Vegetarian options available upon request

Neighborhoods: Explore the Historical center & La Merced

@CDMX_MEMORIES – Where every step tells a story. Every bite too.