Museum of Yucateca Gastronomy

Join us on a delightful street food tour in Mérida, where we will explore the vibrant culinary scene of this charming city. Our tour is specially designed to showcase the rich gastronomic heritage of Mérida, with a focus on street food, the Museum of Gastronomy, and the local market. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to taste a variety of mouthwatering street food dishes that are unique to Mérida. From savory tacos to flavorful Cochinita Pibil or Mondongo. Our expert guides will take you to the best street food vendors in town, ensuring you experience the authentic flavors of the region. One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the Museum of Gastronomy, where you will learn about the history and cultural significance of Yucatecan cuisine. Discover the traditional cooking techniques, ingredients, and recipes that have shaped the local food culture over the years. We will also take you to the bustling local market, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and explore the wide array of fresh produce, spices, and ingredients. Here, you will have the chance to sample a variety of exotic fruits like mamey, zapote, guavas, and many more. As we navigate through the market, our guides will introduce you to a variety of exotic fruits that are unique to the region. You'll have the chance to taste and discover the flavors of mamey, zapote, guavas, and other tropical delights. Our guides will provide insights into the nutritional benefits, cultural significance, and culinary uses of these fruits, making it a truly enriching experience. Throughout the tour, our guides will share fascinating stories and anecdotes about the history, traditions, and influences that have shaped Yucatecan cuisine. They will also provide recommendations for must-try dishes and hidden culinary gems in Mérida, ensuring that you leave with a deeper appreciation for the local food culture. Join us

A city tour in Mérida, Mexico offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the rich history, culture, and gastronomy of the Yucatán peninsula, all of this with your own private tour guide. Your tour begins in the heart of Mérida's historical city center. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll embark on a walking tour through the charming streets lined with colonial architecture. As you stroll along, your guide will share fascinating stories and insights about the city's past, pointing out significant landmarks such as the Plaza Grande, the Cathedral of Mérida, and the Palacio de Gobierno. Discover both the most iconic and the best hidden spots of the vibrant heart of Mérida, where locals and visitors gather to soak in the lively atmosphere. Marvel at the grandeur of the Church of El Jesus, a centuries-old masterpiece that showcases a fusion of architectural styles. Step inside and be awed by the intricate religious artwork that adorns its walls. As you continue your journey, you'll encounter the Palacio de Gobierno, a majestic government palace adorned with ornate carvings and housing captivating murals that depict the history and culture of Yucatán. The Casa de Montejo, a magnificent mansion, will transport you back in time with its colonial-era architecture and fascinating stories of the Montejo family, the founders of Mérida. Throughout the tour, knowledgeable guides will regale you with captivating tales and insights, bringing the history of Mérida to life. You'll gain a deeper appreciation for the city's cultural heritage and After immersing yourself in the city's history, it's time to delve into the vibrant gastronomy of the Yucatán peninsula. Your guide will lead you to the bustling local markets, where you'll be introduced to a world of flavors and aromas. These markets are a hub of activity, offering a wide variety of fresh produce, spices, and traditional ingredients unique to the region. During the tour, you'll have the chance to sample a variety of local foods and delicacies. From traditional Yucatecan dishes like cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork) and panuchos (tortillas filled with beans and topped with meat and vegetables) to refreshing beverages like horchata (a rice-based drink) and jamaica (hibiscus tea), your taste buds will be treated to an array of flavors. Your guide will explain the significance of each dish and its cultural importance within the Yucatecan cuisine. They will also provide recommendations on the best places to try these dishes in the future, ensuring you have a memorable culinary experience during your time in Mérida. All of that with a private tour guide that will be answering all of your questions and tailor to your preferences!

Explore Mérida, the capital of Yucatán, on a guided walking tour. Starting at the flag monument being one of the most iconic points of this main avenue, for this experience we will be accompanied by a tour guide who will give us important information about the history of the city, where you will discover some of the highlights of the city, such as the Paseo de Montejo, as are the twin houses, his house with colonial architecture, followed by an ice cream from the ice cream shop Colon with an excellent view on Paseo Montejo, this being the oldest in the city. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

We start the tour when our guide arrives for you at the lobby of your hotel, to begin to discover the history and magic of the white city. Mérida is a colonial city founded in 1542 by the Spanish Francisco de Montejo (El Mozo), it is one of the cities in Mexico where tranquility is breathed every day. The peace of this city, the beauty of its streets, make it a place of elegance and its architecture; Its Plaza Mayor is a vibrant meeting place where you can enjoy traditional drinks, such as champola or sorbet; Its live music and its cultural extravagance have led Lonely Planet to name it the American capital of culture in 2017. The tour will begin with a visit to the Great Museum of the Mayan World. Continue to Paseo de Montejo to admire the monument to the homeland (which cites the most important events in the history of Yucatan and our country), its beautiful French-style mansions. Afterwards, the main streets of the city of Mérida will be visited, such as Calle 60, 61 and 62, which contains the Plaza de Armas, the cathedral, as well as the house of the founder of the city (with its Mexican baroque-style façade). The city has an exquisite gastronomic heritage, it is for them that we will delight in the Museum of Yucatecan Gastronomy and later return you to your hotel.