Cancun Food Tour: Market 23, Local Flavors & Downtown Culture

Cancun, Mexico

2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Guided visit inside Mercado 23
Multiple traditional Mexican market tastings (variety of local specialties based daily availability)
Fresh Cancun-style ceviche at a local seafood restaurant
Traditional Mexican ice cream
Local certified guide
Small-group walking experience

Transportation to/from the meeting point (unless private option selected)
Additional food or drinks not mentioned above
Personal purchases or souvenirs at the market
Gratuities for guide and restaurant staff (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

THEATRE OCTOBER 8
Av. Chichen-Itza Supermanzana 23 Mz 55, Lte 1, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
Street Food Walking Tour – Explore Cancun’s Local Markets We meet in the heart of downtown Cancun, between the Fire Station and Teatro 8 de Octubre. Your tour guide will be waiting for you near the meeting point.

End point

Parque de las Palapas
Tulipanes LB, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

Itinerary

Mercado 23

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pescaditos

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Parque de las Palapas

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate
- If you have mobility difficulties, it's important to note that the transportation option is limited to the transfer from the hotel to the meeting point and back
- Not all surfaces are entirely flat for wheelchairs; however, access to one or two places will involve only one step.
- You must be able to get in and out of a car.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 4 reviews

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Great food tour in cancun

Lisa_S, Jun 2026

Great english speaking guides, very kind, understanding regarding our young children. Modified items based on need. Great local food.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Lisa, it was such a pleasure having your group with us! That is exactly what we love about this tour, good people, good food and good vibes. You are always welcome back! The Tulaka Mexico Crew

Exceptional foddie experience

Stephanie_G, Mar 2026

Exceptional experience- sampling various local foods with the birra tacos and shrimp ceviche were divine. Our guide was personable and knowledgeable about local cuisine and history. I would highly recommend the outing and definitely plan on booking it again.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Stephanie, this made us smile big. We love that you enjoyed the birria tacos and shrimp ceviche… those are hard to forget once you try them. It means a lot to hear you connected with both the food and the stories behind it. That’s exactly what we hope to share. Thank you for your recommendation and for trusting us with your time. We’ll be ready for round two whenever you come back. The Tulaka Mexico Crew

We loved this tour!

Julia_M, Mar 2026

This tour was great! We loved trying new foods and getting out of the tourist area! Antonio was a great tour guide!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Julia, thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed stepping outside the tourist areas and discovering some of the local flavors with us. That’s exactly the spirit of this experience. Antonio will be very glad to know you appreciated his guidance along the way. Thank you for exploring a different side of Cancún with us. We hope the memories (and the flavors) stay with you for a long time. Warm regards, Tulaka Mexico Crew