Mexico City: Market Tour Group Tour with Hotel Pickup

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ID: GYG243817-O-422492
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Country: Mexico

Duration: 04:30 hours


Description

Explore Mexico City's surreal markets. Discover medicinal plants, mystic traditions, and exquisite flavors. Visit the oldest cantina in town and uncover forgotten art, neighborhoods and ancient architecture.
In this urban adventure you'll discover the flavors, folklore and hidden treasures of Mexico City's vibrant markets. Begin your tour at La Merced Market, where you'll experience all of its colorful culinary traditions. Get a taste for the authentic Mexican way of life, while understanding how social, economic and political issues collide with centuries old culture and traditions. Try market eateries, and learn about local modern and pre-hispanic food.

Then, uncover secrets of sorcery at Mercado de Sonora. See the diverse spiritual beliefs present in this country, as well as the natural healing traditions. Watch out for the very unique and sometimes shocking animal section. Next, wander through the oldest neighborhood in town, where the city was founded in the 14th century. Explore hidden plazas and the best taqueria in the area. Indulge in fresh tortillas and tacos. Visit ancient houses and churches, and witness the diversity of colonial architecture. Take a trip to one of the city's oldest pulquerias and experience an authentic Mexican scene, while you try traditional drinks.

Walk to the oldest cantina in Mexico and enjoy a beer while listening to traditional music. Hear the story of this bar and its role in shaping Mexico's cultural life. Witness street art and historical monuments as you walk to the last market. Decorated after the revolution by Diego Rivera's most renowned students, this one is an unforgettable hidden gem. Finish your adventure downtown on the Zocalo.

Highlights

  • Get lost in Mexico City's most surreal markets; La Merced Market and Mercado de Sonora
  • Try authentic local street food and uncover the city's folkloric charms
  • Discover ancient architecture and abandoned art work
  • Try pulque, the beverage of the gods
  • Have a beer and snacks at the oldest cantina in town

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please avoid wearing valuables such as jewelry
• Please wear discrete apparel and comfortable shoes
• This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will be picked up from the the lobby of your hotel.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.