15 Food Tours in Mexico City to Build a Day Around

1.Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,263 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $115Our pick

Walk Mexico City’s Centro Histórico with a local guide such as Angel, Tania, Jimena, or Josette. Taste mole enchiladas, mixiote, ceviche tostadas, plantain empanadas, Mexican sweets, and alcoholic drinks at markets, street stalls, restaurants, and cantinas. The group is limited to 10, and vegetarian and vegan options are available with advance notice.

“It was excellent. We had 14 tastings with so many different kinds of foods from street food to taqueria to cantina to beautiful setting. Angel was excellent tour guide and we loved every minute of it”

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2.Xochimilco Barco Fiesta Tentacion 18+ with Open Bar and Tacos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,209 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Join hosts such as Alex, Alan, Cesar, or Axel for a two-hour party boat through Xochimilco’s floating gardens. Expect a decorated trajinera, loud music, dancing, tequila, beer, micheladas, margaritas, soft drinks, and taquitos or flautas. This is a social booze cruise, not a quiet canal tour.

“Our guides were the best! It was easy to find the meet up location by simply asking the locals if we were lost. The guides were welcoming and the music was super fun! Once the drinks and shots started pouring it got even more fun! Everyone in the group had a great time!”

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3.Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal – BEST NIGHT EVER!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,077 reviews · from $84

Meet in Roma Norte, or Centro Histórico on Saturdays, for tacos and drinks before a guided Lucha Libre match at Arena México or Arena Coliseo. Guides such as Mel, Alice, Daniel, and Dulce explain the chants, rules, and Mexican wrestling traditions. Expect a social group, mobile tickets, and a surprise souvenir.

“Diana and Daniele were AMAZING! Such great guides and the match was so fun. Fantastic all you can eat tacos beer and tequila before the match as well.”

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4.Polanco Food Tour: The Bestselling Food Adventure in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 881 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $109

Walk through Polanco with an English- and Spanish-speaking guide, stopping at up to seven eateries for Oaxacan, Yucatecan, and classic Mexican bites, drinks, chocolate, and ice cream. Guides such as Marcela, Germán, Viry, and Louis add food knowledge and neighborhood tips. Tours run late morning or evening for groups of up to 12.

“This was a wonderful experience. My family was happy to try so many different types of Mexican food and flavors. We especially appreciated our tour guide, Viry, since she explained the significance and history of the foods.”

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5.Colonia Roma Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 838 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about four hours walking Roma Norte with guides such as Camila, Elba, Stephanie, and Johana, stopping at several restaurants for Mexican dishes, drinks, coffee, and cocktails. You’ll see Plaza Luis Cabrera, Álvaro Obregón, and Roma’s notable architecture while learning how the neighborhood became a dining center. Vegetarian and vegan options are available with advance notice.

“Our guide, Camila was wonderful and the portions were fine, but I thought much of the food was average. Still, a nice way to spend an afternoon.”

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6.Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Authentic Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 723 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Spend about three hours walking Mexico City’s Centro Histórico with an English-speaking guide such as Andy, Carlo, Diana, or Ana. You’ll sample chilaquiles, mole enchiladas, tacos, guacamole, bakery sweets, chocolate, beer, agua fresca, and a secret dish, while visiting the Zócalo, Templo Mayor area, markets, and local food stops.

“This food tour was so neat in that we went to a lot of local spots. Andy was our guide and she was so knowledgeable and even provided us a pdf of additional recommendations. We loved all the food and enjoyed walking around the city.”

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7.Street Food Tour with Friends

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Ride a comfortable bike through Condesa, Roma, Chapultepec, and Juárez with an English-speaking guide. You’ll stop for Mexican street food, visit a local market, hear neighborhood history, and finish back at the Juárez meeting point. Guides may include Sebastián, Andrea, Andrés, Velia, or Valentín. The group is capped at 12.

“Sebastian, Andre and Daniel made our trip fun, safe, and educational. Food was delicious and there was so much of it, we were full by the end. Nice to see so much of the city and get to know some other tourist. I’ve been on many bike tours in many cities and this was just as good. I definitely recommend this experience, it’s good value for money and these guys work hard to maximize your time.”

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8.A Night of Tacos and Mezcal in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Spend about three and a half hours tasting tacos across Mexico City with guides such as Carlos, Fernanda, Andrés, Maya, and Natalia. You’ll try Norteño-style, griddled, creative, and al pastor tacos, then sample mezcal with a resident mezcal master. A minivan links the neighborhoods, with stops near the Angel of Independence and Plaza de la República.

“Great way to see a variety of taquerias and sample some mezcals. Johnny was an excellent guide with in depth knowledge on the history of each place we visited.”

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9.Authentic Downtown Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 260 reviews · 5 hours · from $115

Spend five hours walking Mexico City’s Centro Histórico with a small group of up to 10. Guides such as Tamara, Angel, Jimena, Kiomi, and Joss lead you to San Juan Market, cantinas, street stalls, restaurants, and sweet shops. Food, alcoholic drinks, and water are included, with vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary needs accommodated.

“Janina H was wonderful! She was friendly, knowledgeable, interesting, and very accommodating to all of our needs! Highly recommend her for an amazing tour of Mexico City food and culture!”

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10.3–Hour Polanco Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 101 reviews · 3 hours · from $105

Meet your English- or Spanish-speaking guide at Karisma Restaurant in Polanco for three hours of Mexican food, drinks, neighborhood history, and architecture. You may visit a cantina, taco counter, restaurant, and lesser-known food stops. Guides such as Marcela, Bibi, German, and Viridiana bring local and culinary insight, with vegetarian options available.

“Our guide was a chef so was able to give us detailed information and ingredients in the food we were eating. She was local and explained a lot about the area too. It was easy to see the passion she had about the food and culture. A party of 12 people for our tour didn’t show, which left two guests. This was perfect for us as we were able to ask our knowledgable guide so many questions to our satisfaction. Fantastic and delicious 👌🏾”

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11.Tacos & Mezcal Night Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Spend four hours visiting five taquerías across four Mexico City neighborhoods, from north-style tacos and suadero to al pastor. Guides such as Carlos, Alma, Montse, and Fernanda add food history and city context. You will also taste three mezcals and one cocktail in a respected mezcal bar, with transport between stops.

“Tammy was a fantastic host! She had such great energy and spoke with such passion for the food and history of Mexico. The transport was wonderful, our driver was so attentive and the van was spotless. We tasted such a wonderful variety of tacos from all over Mexico. There was such a great variety of taco styles and restaurants. We also really appreciated the stops at some iconic monuments to learn more about the history of both the city and the country. It was a delicious and fun night out and we were stuffed by the end of the tour!”

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12.Old Town Food Tour of 7 Tastings & Secret Dish

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 99 reviews · 3 hours · from $74

Spend three hours eating your way through Mexico City’s Centro Histórico with guides such as Andy, Carlo, or Diana. Expect chilaquiles, mole-covered enchiladas, tacos, guacamole, bakery sweets, Mexican chocolate, beer, agua fresca, and a secret dish. You’ll walk between markets, local eateries, and historic streets.

“I had an amazing experience on this food tour! Andy, our guide was awesome. She was excited to share her local favorites that aren't touristy but extremely flavorful! While walking throughout the Zócalo area she would stop and give brief history lessons as well. Amazing tour and I would recommend to any first time visitors to Mexico City!”

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13.México City: Street Food to Home Cooking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 4 hours · from $110

Yibran leads you through Roma for street food, market bites, regional Mexican dishes, drinks, and a home-cooked stop with Daniela. Expect 10 tastings, full portions, tamales, hot chocolate, and a possible mezcal flight paired with premium chocolates. Come very hungry, wear comfortable shoes, and meet at the Lindbergh Forum in Parque México.

“Yibran was a great guide, taking us to a variety of food stalls and restaurants so we could taste a great range of foods. The visit to the market and then to his apartment were a real bonus and his wife Daniela prepared us lovely food and hot chocolate- the best we had ever tasted. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who loves food and wants a great experience in Mexico City.”

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14.Vegan and Vegetarian Street Food Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $99

Meet Sharon, Mena, or another bilingual Travelling Herbivore guide outside Hilton Reforma for 3.5 hours of vegan and vegetarian tacos, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tortas, churros, and more. Walk 4.5 to 5 kilometers through four neighborhoods, ride the Metrobus, support small local businesses, and finish with a drink in Zona Rosa.

“Sharon was great and I highly recommend the tour. it's great to try some authentic mexican food while exploring the city. Word to the wise come as hungry as you can because it is a lot of delicious food and you will want to try it all.”

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15.Electric Bike City Tour with a taco stop.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 4 hours · from $81

Ride a small-group e-bike route through Roma, Condesa, Polanco, Reforma, Chapultepec, and Mexico City’s historic center. Guides such as Eduardo and Sergio explain the city in English or Spanish, adjust the route to your interests, and stop for tacos, sweets, and local snacks. Basic cycling skills are required.

“Eduardo was amazing. Great way to get to know the city! Do this on your first day”

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