Culinary Secrets of the Centro Histórico
About this experience
What happens on the day
On this food tour in Mexico City, we’ll be exploring the district’s deep tracks – with an emphasis on the out-of-the-way food spots. We’ll start the day off by visiting two neighborhood breakfast institutions. As we work our way through the bustling Centro’s cobblestoned streets, we’ll also stop by several beloved food stands, from one serving the area’s best carnitas to another that sells escamocho, a tropical fruit cocktail like no other. We’ll duck into a side alley for homey enchiladas at a workers’ lunch spot and explore the edible offerings at a 1930s-era covered market that is also home to a stunning display of public art. There will be a stop for a bite and a drink with the regulars at a neighborhood cantina that remains unchanged from when it first opened 100 years ago and then, to end the day, a sit down at another classic cantina for a meal of botanas, hearty home-style dishes that redefine upwards the concept of “bar snacks.”
What is included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Breakfast
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Brunch
What is not included
- Not vegan friendly
Cancellation policy
Refund window
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ day before: 100% refund
- 0–1 day before: 0% refund
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Meeting & pickup
Where you start and end
- Pickup: No pickup — meet the guide at the start point.
The day
Itinerary summary
- Plaza de Santo Domingo
Our day will consist of a series of delicious bites and intriguing sites, starting off with this bustling historical plaza, from where we will head out in search of the historic center's best eats.
- Justo Sierra Synagogue
Among the fascinating cultural stops we will make is this one, where we will visit one of the oldest synagogues in Mexico City.
- Palacio de Mineria
In between tacos, sweets and freshly-squeezed juices, we will stop at some of the historic center's most fascinating colonial-era buildings, such as this old palace.
- House of Tiles
One of the historic center's most beautiful buildings, the famous House of Tiles, will also give us a chance to take in another delicious bite along our route.
- Camino Real de Tierra Adentro
Along with tasting some of the historic center's best eats, we'll also learn about the area's fascinating history through visiting sites such as this one, which during the colonial period served as a staging…
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What the operator needs from you
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- Age category per traveler (adult/child/youth/senior/infant)
- Full first name per traveler
- Full last name per traveler
- Special requirements or dietary needs
Reviews summary
5.0 average rating across 281 reviews in partner review feeds.
Why we picked this
What makes this a Mexicaning shortlist pick
- 5 HRS commitment.
- Free cancellation when offered by the operator policy.
- Food Tours — fits the Mexicaning lens.
- This Mexicaning page replaces the partner product page for browsing, date selection and booking request.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No pickup — meet the guide at the start point.