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Playa del Carmen: 3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour

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Playa del Carmen: 3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour
Top rated
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4.7979274 out of 5 stars
193 reviews

Taste your way through Playa del Carmen on a 3-hour food tour. Skip the tourist hot spots and savor authentic Mexican specialties from unique local food restaurants and specialty shops.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Cara – United Kingdom

We absolutely loved this tour! Took us right off the beaten track to amazing local & authentic food stalls we’d never find on our own. Highly recommend 😊

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Olivier – Canada

The Guide Marcel was excellent and he was one of the main reason why the tour was that good ! The food was really great but Marcel was THE BEST!

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Participants

Highlights

  • Enjoy authentic Mexican food away from the main tourist areas
  • Discover eateries favored by the locals
  • Taste Mexican-style quesadillas, prepared on the spot with special ingredients
  • Get to know the street art in Playa del Carmen
  • Explore the historic center and learn about the culture with an expert local guide

Full description

Dive into Mexican food and cultural experience in one of Playa del Carmen’s most unassuming neighborhoods on this 3-hour walking guided food tour. Taste incredibly distinct cuisine from Italy and Lebanon to Chiapas and Mexico City, all brought together in a multicultural city.

Visit street stalls that are famous for their secretly spiced tacos: cochinita, carnitas, pastor, and more. Walk to a local restaurant known for the best chocolate-spiced mole in town - a rich spiced sauce that pairs with slow-cooked chicken.

Sample the culinary diamonds of Playa del Carmen while becoming deeply aware of the Mayan Riviera’s history, culture, and geography. Learn the origins of one of the world’s most-loved cuisines: traditional Mexican food.

See secret, less known areas kept under the radar, such as family-run markets where they stock hard-to-find seasonal fruits, vegetables, and fresh-squeezed juices.

Finish your walk on a sweet note: at one of Playa del Carmen’s best, handmade popsicle shops. Try classic, Mexican ice or milk-based frozen popsicles that are infused with the local, exotic fruits of the area.

Includes

  • Beverages
  • Food tasting
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation: Drop-off and pickup to/from the meeting point

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet at the corner of Jaurez Avenue and 5th Avenue, outside ADO Bus Station. Your guide will be wearing a white T-shirt and a cap with an "Eating With Carmen" logo. Please arrive 10 minutes before the activity starting time.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

  • Vegetarian option only available on 5 PM tour

From $74.47 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 193 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
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  • Value for money
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Cara – United KingdomMay 3, 2025 – Verified booking
We absolutely loved this tour! Took us right off the beaten track to amazing local & authentic food stalls we’d never find on our own. Highly recommend 😊
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Olivier – CanadaApril 25, 2025 – Verified booking
The Guide Marcel was excellent and he was one of the main reason why the tour was that good ! The food was really great but Marcel was THE BEST!
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Branislava – SerbiaMarch 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Alejandro was an amazing guide – friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great energy! He introduced us to delicious local food spots we would’ve never found on our own, and made the whole experience feel personal and fun. What made the tour even better were the stories and little anecdotes he shared about Playa del Carmen – from its history to everyday life. His English is very good, and he made everyone feel comfortable and included. Highly recommend this tour and Alejandro – it’s the perfect way to explore the local side of Playa through food

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Activity provider:Eating With Carmen Food Tours
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