Mérida Walking Food Tour
Mérida, the capital of Yucatán, is about four hours west of Cancun. Founded in 1542 over the Mayan city of T'Hó, it keeps one of the largest colonial centers in Mexico: the Plaza Grande with its cathedral, the Government Palace with its murals, the City Hall and the Casa de Montejo.
About Mérida
Mérida, the capital of Yucatán, is about four hours west of Cancun. Founded in 1542 over the Mayan city of T'Hó, it keeps one of the largest colonial centers in Mexico: the Plaza Grande with its cathedral, the Government Palace with its murals, the City Hall and the Casa de Montejo.
These photos show the arcades and squares of the historic center, the horse-drawn calesas, the double-decker tour bus, the folk dances of "Mérida en domingo" and the mansions of Paseo de Montejo lit up at night. Mérida is also the base for visiting Uxmal and the Puuc route.
Our recommended tour is "Mérida Walking Food Tour" (Yucatecan food in the historic center · 3 h). Book it online with our partner GetYourGuide, or ask us on WhatsApp for a private trip.
Mérida Walking Food Tour
| Price on GetYourGuide | from $64 USD |
| Duration | 3 h |
| Departure | Plaza Grande, Mérida (about 4 h from Cancun) |
Included
- Local guide
- Food tastings: gorditas, poc chuc, salbutes, tamales and tacos
- Visit to a traditional food market
- Fresh water and juice
- Tips for restaurant waiters
Good to know
- Come hungry: there are about five tasting stops
- Ideal if you spend a night in Mérida; combine it with Uxmal
- Comfortable shoes: it is a walking tour
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