Top Merida Beer & Brewery Tours

Think a cold beer can't tell a story? Think again. On this walking tour, we dive into Mérida’s cantina culture—where drinks refresh, bites surprise, and strangers become friends. From iconic neighborhood bars to a modern twist on the classic cantina, you’ll visit five unique spots, each with its own flavor, energy, and charm. Between mezcals, botanas, and conversations with locals, you’ll uncover the soul of Yucatán’s most social (and delicious) tradition: the joy of drinking, sharing, and slowing down to savor life. • Guided visit to 6 cantinas (5 traditional + 1 modern) • 6 drinks (beer, mezcal, tequila or cocktails) • Local botana tasting (weekly menu, Valladolid longaniza, Yucatecan classics) • Food & drink expert as your host • Interactions with cantina staff and regulars • Vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly options

Eat and drink your way through Merida on a small-group walking tour exploring the city’s vibrant gastronomy. Pausing for treats from markets and local eateries, you’ll get an inside take on the flavors you encounter, including Maya specialties you won’t find beyond the Yucatan. With a local guide sharing info on Merida's history and culture, the tour is a great way to discover the city through its food.

You will enjoy unique stories of the most emblematic buildings of the first square of the city of Mérida, from the hand of one of our expert guides, as well as 3 traditional canteens, we will talk about their evolution, both in drinks, mixology and gastronomy and the influence of the different cultures in this colonial city, Afro-descendants, Spanish, Lebanese, who give identity and unique flavors to our region, what better than enjoying this experience in the company of a local person, exploring places that are not normally visited on a conventional tour.

Discover Mérida on a private tour unveiling the refined essence of the White City. From the Santiago neighborhood and its traditional market to the San Ildefonso Cathedral and Plaza Grande, each stop reveals living history and Yucatán’s elegant character. Continue through La Mejorada and La Ermita, and along Paseo de Montejo, where grand mansions recall the city’s golden age. Along the way, enjoy curated culinary stops that reflect local identity. A private experience blending history, tradition, and gastronomy, designed to explore Mérida with depth and ease. Highlights: • Authentic Yucatecan Flavors: Taste cochinita pibil tacos, panuchos, and salbutes in a traditional market, plus a sorbet at the city’s oldest ice cream shop on its most emblematic avenue. • Experience Like a Local: Discover Mérida’s hidden gems with a knowledgeable guide and immerse yourself in local life and traditions.

Experience authentic Yucatecan cuisine from market to table during this small-group cooking class in Mérida. Browse Mercado Lucas de Gálvez with your guide to sample local fruits and shop for ingredients like achiote and habanero peppers before heading to a local home to prepare a traditional three-course meal. Vegetarian and vegan options ensure everyone can enjoy this hands-on culinary experience.

Get acquainted with Yucatecan specialties on this small-group street food tour of Merida. Walk with a local guide to Merida’s main market, a gelato shop, and more. Taste fresh fruit and sample plenty of local dishes, including empanadas, ‘cochinita pibil’ (slow-roasted pork) and ‘panuchos’ (tortillas stuffed with refried black beans). Lunch is seafood (Monday through Saturday) and tacos with marquesitas most Sundays and holidays.

Discover Merida like never before... through its canteens. We invite you to have the best experience of a canteen tour, where you will visit 5 different local canteens, in each you will taste different snacks (snacks) of the region, accompanied by drinks (beer) and knowing the histories of the places. Besides having a salsa or cumbia class for a better enjoyment. Each of the places to visit are canteens with many years of experience and of great relevance among the locals. Also during the transfer from one place to another you will know stories of the neighborhood and the peninsula.

Discover the sights of Merida you’re most interested in with this private tour. Offering a customizable itinerary, prioritize the landmarks and attractions high on your to-do list. Or, if you’re new to the city and not sure where to start, let your guide plan the route based on your general interests. Potential stops include Catedral de San Ildefonso, Plaza Grande, and Teatro Peon Contreras.