Tucson Authentic Food Tour with 6 Dishes of Southwestern Flavors
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Tucson, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the best locally-owned restaurants in Tucson and their specialties with this walking food tour through the city’s downtown. Join an insider guide who knows the top eateries and sample delicacies like cochinita (Mexican pastry) and a Sonoran hot dog. Learn about the different cultural influences in Tucson’s cuisine and take in some of the city’s top landmarks as you stroll through downtown without stopping at El Charro Café.
- Sample a variety of savory and sweet treats from Tucson’s top eateries
- Explore with a foodie guide for insights into the eclectic local cuisine
- Support local businesses and take in downtown attractions on foot
- A small-group experience for a relaxed vibe and personal attention ;
What's Included
- Cochinita (Mexican Pastry)
- Sonoran Hot Dog – Tucson’s most iconic bite
- Homemade Tamales
- Special Elote Pizza
- Hand-Crafted Tea
- Our Delicious Secret Dish!
- Water
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA
We will meet at the Mercado San Agustin, 100 South Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745.
End point
- 245 E Congress St suit 171, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
Our Tour will end at Raspados El Sahuaro Snack Bar, 245 E Congress St suit 171, Tucson, AZ 85701.
Itinerary
1
Mercado San Agustín
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Veinte de Agosto Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Fox Tucson Theatre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Pueblo Parking Garage and Lot
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Hotel Congress
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Pima County Historic Courthouse
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Presidio San Agustín del Tucsón Museum
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
El Charro Café Downtown (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 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
4.8
based on 321 reviews
ddstew03, Jun 2026
Food was great, history bit of the 'tour' was minimal at best.
First, the 'directions' for finding the starting point were useless. Tour guide was not showcasing the orange umbrella. Directions were to a building with multiple businesses accessible from the outside and in. It was so confusing, we only found them by finally seeing a group of people sitting together.
Tour guide's voice was too soft to hear properly if not facing you directly.
Then at the end of the tour, guide told us to hop on the street car to get back to the starting point and LEFT. Uh, we are tourists. & it was nighttime, I couldn't see out the streetcars windows to tell where we were. I just stalked by phone's map on the ride til I was close to my parked car and got out. This was the least impressive food tour I've ever done. & I do food tours on nearly every vacation. But the food was delicious, kuddos to the local decisions..
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate hearing both the positives and the areas where we can improve.
It's great to hear that you enjoyed the food selections during the tour. At the same time, we appreciate your perspective regarding the meeting point, our guide's delivery throughout the experience, and the return journey at the end of the tour. Feedback like yours helps us continue refining the experience for future guests.
We do value your thoughts and will keep them in mind as we work to enhance our tours. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope you'll consider giving us another try on a future visit.
CHRISTOPHER_Q, May 2026
Excellent tour guide who understands cuisine and explained the food and history of the area well. The variety of food was interesting and delicious.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for these thoughtful words! We’re glad our tour became more than just another activity and felt like a memorable part of your visit overall. Hope to welcome you again with Secret Food Tours.
TomandGlenda, May 2026
It was just the two of us with our guide, so we got a personal tour. The food and beverages were all very good and our guide, Steve, was friendly and knowledgeable. We did realize afterward that the itinerary had said we were actually going to go into a few places that we only walked by, but he did explain them to us.
Response from Host, May 2026
We sincerely appreciate this thoughtful review. Knowing the experience felt engaging, enjoyable, and worthwhile means a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back through Secret Food Tours!
Shulamith_S, Apr 2026
Great food tour. Enjoyed the choices on the tour as they focused on southwestern cuisine. Steve was a wonderful guide and made sure to obtain vegetarian foods for me
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We’re grateful you shared your experience with us! It’s great to know the day felt relaxed, enjoyable, and full of good moments along the way. Secret Food Tours would love to welcome you back.
Margaret_S, Apr 2026
This tour introduced us to an area of Tucson we had never been to and some local food specialties that we enjoyed very much. We learned some Tucson history along the way. Our guide, Sandra, was wonderful.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad the experience delivered a consistent and enjoyable outing from beginning to end. We look forward to welcoming you again through Secret Food Tours.
Dianne_W, Mar 2026
First: great tour guide; however too many changes from stated plan to actual plan
Impacted parking, chosen foods, timing, etc
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Dianne. Regarding the adjustments you noticed, food tours sometimes require small changes on the day due to restaurant availability, timing at busy locations, or coordination with our food partners. These adjustments help keep the tour running smoothly while still ensuring that guests enjoy a full variety of tastings and the overall experience of Tucson’s Southwestern flavors.
Still, we appreciate you joining us and hope the flavors, local stories, and time spent exploring Tucson’s food scene still made the outing worthwhile. Until your next Secret Food Tour!
Adrian_F, Mar 2026
Bring your appetite. There is so much to see and taste in Tucson. In addition to amazing food there are amazing murals and loads of history.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We really appreciate you taking the time to write this review. Hearing that the food discoveries stood out during the tour means a lot to our team. You’re always welcome back on Secret Food Tours!
Callie_J, Mar 2026
Steve was amazing! His knowledge about the food scene in Tucson and the history here were authentic and informative. He was a perfect host! We loved it!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Your review was a pleasure for our team to read. It’s always nice to know the time spent exploring felt worthwhile. We’d happily host you again on Secret Food Tours!
Chris_W, Feb 2026
Steve was friendly and knowledgeable. He took us to some fun places we never would have considered. We had a great time.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Steve,
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
We’re delighted to hear you had a great time with Steve. His friendly approach and deep knowledge truly make the experience memorable. We’re especially glad you enjoyed discovering places you might not have explored otherwise.
We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
PatrickJ_B, Feb 2026
Sandra did a great job getting to all the varied venues in a timely fashion. It was a good mix of food and beverages. Sandra went the extra mile getting us answers to our questions.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We appreciate your kind feedback. Guests enjoying both the walk and the tastings is exactly what we aim for. You’re invited anytime to Secret Food Tours again!
Sha_P, Jan 2026
Steve was a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed all the tasty foods and learning about Tucson. You won’t regret this tour!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback! A comfortable and engaging experience can make a real
difference, and we’re glad you enjoyed it. You’re always welcome to join another Secret
Food Tours.
Jenna_C, Jan 2026
The tasting tour was a high light of our trip to Tucson. Sandra was a wonderful tour guide and learned some interesting history about the city. The Sonoran hotdog was my favorite but enjoyed all of the tastings. The tour provided a glimpse of some cool areas of the city. Also met some people from all over!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
We appreciate you leaving a review. It’s great to hear the time spent with us felt worthwhile and enjoyable. You’re invited to explore another Secret Food Tours in any destination!
Pam_C, Jan 2026
We had a great food experience. Had a variety of food. Our guide Sandra did a great job. Would highly recommend it.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It’s great to hear the time spent on the tour felt enjoyable and worthwhile. You’re invited to explore another Secret Food Tours in any destination!
Carroll_O, Jan 2026
Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Wide variety of food and drinks. Got to ride on the trolley and see historic sights.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the wide variety of food and drinks, as well as the historic sights along the way. It’s wonderful to know our knowledgeable and friendly guide made the experience even better and that the trolley ride was a highlight. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you again soon!
Rick_S, Jan 2026
Excellent way to find the cool places in downtown Tucson. Steve was a fun and entertaining guide. He really knows the vibe.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad our tour delivered an experience that felt complete and satisfying overall. You’re always welcome to join another Secret Food Tours.
Kathleen_M, Nov 2025
This is a great introduction to Tucson eateries. Our tour guide Steve was enthusiastic and knowledgeable on all things Tucson and made our tour especially fun!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
We’re grateful you came along! It’s nice that our guide and the dishes offered the kind of
experience you were hoping for. We’d love to see you again on another Secret Food Tour in
one of our 100+ cities worldwide.
Audrey_W, Nov 2025
This tour was Exceptional! Steven was the ultimate Host. We learned so much about Tucson and the food was yummy. We can’t wait to visit again next year. Especially now that we know where to eat and play.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for being part of our tour and sharing this review. It’s great to know that the food and stories gave you a real feel for the city. We hope to welcome you again on another Secret Food Tour across our 100+ cities!
Karen_L, Nov 2025
This is a must do Tucson experience. The guide, food and history lesson were all a 10. I plan to do this tour again and again when I have friends in town.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
We’re so pleased you joined our tour and enjoyed your experience. Discovering the city through its food always makes for a fun and meaningful adventure. We’d be glad to see you again on another Secret Food Tour somewhere around the world!
Monica_V, Oct 2025
Steve did a great job discussing the history of Tucson , the origins of the food we were tasting and pointed out historic landmarks .
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review. We love sharing the heart of the city through its local dishes, and we’re happy to know that resonated with you. You’re always welcome back with Secret Food Tours!
Lowell_L, Sep 2025
We are celebrating our 1 year anniversary. We lucked out to get a private tour with Steve! There were no lulls during the tour. This tour convinced us that we did not see enough of Tucson, so we will be planning another trip and another tour with Steve!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
We appreciate your 5-star review! The combination of local tastings and history is what we love sharing, and it’s nice to hear you enjoyed it. Secret Food Tours welcomes you back anytime.
Alexus_B, Aug 2025
Steve was amazing!!!! First time being in Arizona. I was lucky to have gotten such a knowledgeable tour guide. Everything was amazing!. It was my birthday and I happen to be the lucky solo tourist so it was great having that 1 on 1 interaction with him! Super kind and even got me a little treat for my birthday! Loved him hopefully will get to tour with him again!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
We’re happy you joined us and enjoyed the experience. The opportunity to share our favorite local flavors with curious guests is what keeps us passionate about these tours. Your next culinary journey could be in one of our 100+ Secret Food Tour destinations!
Emily_B, May 2025
We had a wonderful time on the walking food tour with Sierra. She was a wonderful tour guide who is very knowledgeable about Tucson. Our tour only had four people total and it was very fun to walk around and chat and learn more about the city we live in.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you for your generous words. Every flavor has a story, and we’re happy you were there to discover it with us. We invite you to continue the adventure with Secret Food Tours in our 100+ cities worldwide, Emily!
Russell_G, Apr 2025
Great tour, great food. Sonora dog was incredible, pizza was great. Our guide had a ton of knowledge about Tucson.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
It’s guests like you who make what we do so special! Thank you for your support, and we hope you’ll join us for another food-filled day with Secret Food Tours in 100+ cities worldwide.
Kenneth_P, Apr 2025
This was a fun experience. There was only 4 in our group so that made it even better. A couple of the places we went to were quite small so it would be pretty cramped if you had a full group, but it worked out well for us. Our guide (Ellie) was brand new to the job, but being a local, she was a natural for this position. She made it fun and knew lots of random tidbits about the town.
My only small complaint would be about the food. While all of the food was delicious, since the portions were fairly small and it was spaced out over 3-4 hours, I was still hungry at the end.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thanks so much! We love helping guests discover new bites and perspectives in each city. Your next delicious adventure with Secret Food Tours could be just a short flight away—we’re in over 100 cities!
Mario_P, Apr 2025
It was worth the price! Highly recommended! I had a great time trying new cuisines that I haven't tried before.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for taking the tour and for your kind words! It’s great to hear that the experience left a lasting impression. With Secret Food Tours operating in over 100 cities globally, there’s always more to taste and explore.
Sue_G, Apr 2025
We had fun on the tour! We definitely went to places we probably would have never known about. Thanks
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for the kind words! We love showing off the food spots locals love, and it's great to know you enjoyed discovering them with us. Don’t forget—we’re ready to welcome you in more than 100 cities worldwide.
Candi_S, Apr 2025
Steve was a great tour guide! We learned so many fun things about Tucson. And the food was so delicious! Steve was great looking out for us all in the heat too.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
We're so happy you had a good time, Candi! Whether it was the stops, the food, or the guide, we're glad it made your day. Explore more with Secret Food Tours—100+ cities are calling!
Bonnie_M, Apr 2025
Great fun, good food, knowledgeable guide. Great to see how Tucson is growing and so accessible! Interesting history
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for trusting us with your food tour experience! We’re honored, and we’re so glad it left a positive impression. There are more culinary stories to discover—Secret Food Tours is ready to welcome you in 100+ cities around the world.
Jane_C, Apr 2025
The Tuscan Secret Food Tour was
great and fun.
Ellie was very informative and all of the food was delicious. It is a must do experience when you visit Tuscan!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for spending time with us! The best part of our tours is getting to share them with great guests like you. We’ll be ready to welcome you again wherever your travels take you—100+ cities await.
Kevin_T, Apr 2025
Well balanced experience. Good food and interesting commentary from a native Tucson. Delicious and fun!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thanks so much for taking the tour and for this thoughtful feedback. We’re proud to introduce guests to what makes each city deliciously different. Hope to see you again soon—somewhere across our 100+ global destinations.
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