Tulum Local Walking Food Tour
Recommended by 95% of travelers
Tulum, Mexico
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the authentic tastes of Tulum with this walking tour led by a local guide. You and your small group of fellow foodies will get away from the touristy part of town, where you'll get the chance to try all sorts of traditional dishes and popular snacks, from tacos to tamales to traditional desserts.
- Go food tasting with a bilingual guide
- All food tastings and tips are included
- Vegetarian options are available
- Group sizes capped at 10 participants for an intimate experience
What's Included
- Food Tasting
- Local Bilingual Guide
- History of Tulum and Surroundings
- Fresh Water & Natural Juices
- Tips for Local Restaurant Waiters
- Vegetarian Option Available
- Alcoholic BeveragesThis is a non-alcoholic activity
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from Meeting Point
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- OXXO Geminis CUNAv Tulum Oriente, C. Geminis Sur 108 Esquina, Tulum Centro, Col Huracanes, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
The meeting point is outside the OXXO convenience store at the corner of the Highway and Geminis Sur St. in downtown Tulum. It is in front of the Pemex Gas Station (La Europea)
End point
- Calle alfa sur esquina calle andromeda, C. Alfa Sur 1066, Tulum Centro, 77760 Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Itinerary
1
Tulum
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Stringent Cleaning – Hand sanitizer will be available to all of our guests at all times during the activities.
- Social Distancing – Guests will stay at a safe 4-foot distance during all points of the tour. We also ensure that all staff members will be wearing the necessary PPE.
- Wellness Checks - Employees receive daily wellness checks to ensure they are healthy and symptom-free. If you or anyone in your group is experiencing symptoms, we will work directly with you to cancel or reschedule your tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 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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Featured review
Our food tour with Diego from Carmen Food Tours was hands-down one of the highlights of our time in Tulum. The tacos and tamales were exceptional. Local surprises were authentic, flavorful, and clearly coming from places that residents actually eat.
Diego curated an incredible lineup of stops, each with its own story, tradition, and unforgettable flavors. Every bite felt intentional, and the experience struck the perfect balance between amazing food, cultural insight, and relaxed fun. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does—and it shows in the care he puts into the tour.
If you want to experience real Tulum through its food, this is the way to do it. Come hungry, leave happy, and expect to talk about these tacos long after you’re home. 🌮✨
Highly recommend Diego and Carmen Food Tours, we’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Reviews
4.8
based on 349 reviews
Review summary
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Travelers consistently praise the tour guides for their extensive knowledge and engaging storytelling, which provide insightful historical context and personalized recommendations. The food and beverage offerings receive high marks for authentic, flavorful local dishes from carefully selected spots, with exceptional tacos, tamales, and desserts standing out. Overall, the combination of knowledgeable guides and quality cuisine enhances the cultural experience.
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Armando was informative and was very pleasant to be with. He took me around the town & the tacos were delicious.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hola Nancy!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you had a good time with Armando through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
Armando was a great tour guide and really informed us on all the food & places. This was a great experience & I highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hola Tyla!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
I’m glad you had a good experience with Armando.
Best wishes :)
I really enjoy these tours overall. I respect and appreciate that they can accommodate folks who have differing dietary needs.
What is really bad about this tour is that there is no room for actual inclusiveness. If even ONE person on the tour is vegetarian or vegan, everyone else is up a creek. NO one will get meet. That made for a very different experience, one I didn't sign up for, wouldn't have paid for, and I did not enjoy the experience like I thought I would. If it's possible, ASK beforehand if this will be the case. I was sorely disappointed, and feel like I missed out on a lot.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for joining us on our tour in Tulum.
We’re sorry to hear that this was your impression. However, we would like to clarify that what you described is not how our tours are normally conducted. We frequently host guests with vegetarian dietary needs, and in those cases, accommodations are handled individually without affecting the rest of the group’s tastings.
For this reason, it is quite unusual to hear that the entire group did not receive meat-based dishes, as this does not reflect our standard operation or the experience most of our guests enjoy.
That said, we will review this specific tour internally to better understand what may have occurred.
We appreciate your feedback.
Very nice tour of downtown Tulum. We got to try 5 different places, all unique dishes, and some new things I had never had before! We went with Armando who was very engaging and taught me more about the Yucatán, which I really appreciated. Now I just want more salbutes!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Martha!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you had a good experience with Armando through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
Our guide Alex was knowledgeable and friendly, making our day excellent! We are our weight in delicious foods, learned about cooking, history, and traditions. Our children loved the day and tried all kinds of new foods!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Laura!
Thank k you for your review.
I’m happy to know you and your children enjoyed the food local Tulum has to offer.
Best wishes :)
Our guide Armondo was amazing.
He was knowledgeable about all the
food stops and gave us insight into Tulum-things to do, places to visit
and shop. The food was excellent, local places we would have never found.
Each place was unique,
and so tasty.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Denise!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you had a good experience with Armando through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
Enrique was amazing and so knowledgeable about Tulum and its history. The food was delicious and we got to eat in places you wouldn’t dream of entering as a tourist, but it was the best food that I’ve eaten in Mexico.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Tulum!
Thank you for your review.
I’m so glad you had the best food in local Tulum in our tour with Armando.
Best wishes :)
Delicious local food, incredibly knowledgable, friendly and fluent guide, great recommendations for things to do in Tulum - would recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Danielle!
Thank k you for your review and recommendation.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour.
Big hugs :)
This is not a hands on experience with food. You get a variety of taco styles and interesting information about the food and the area. The tour is approximately 3 hours but the walking is easy and plenty of rest at each stop.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Susan!
Thank k you for your review.
I’m glad you had a good experience through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
Diego was amazing! So knowledgeable and a true foodie! Each place we went had something unique, local, and special about it. We found some definite repeat places that we have added to our food list!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Krystal!
Thank you for your review.
It’s great to know you had a good tour through local Tulum.
Best wishes :)
It is very fun. If you expect to eat a lot, you won’t, but that is not the point of the tour… you will get to sample different and delicious tacos as well as get a history and explanation of the differences. We were with Armando and he was such a delight! Very knowledgeable and entertaining.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour with Armando, walking and eating through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
Our food tour with Diego from Carmen Food Tours was hands-down one of the highlights of our time in Tulum. The tacos and tamales were exceptional. Local surprises were authentic, flavorful, and clearly coming from places that residents actually eat.
Diego curated an incredible lineup of stops, each with its own story, tradition, and unforgettable flavors. Every bite felt intentional, and the experience struck the perfect balance between amazing food, cultural insight, and relaxed fun. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does—and it shows in the care he puts into the tour.
If you want to experience real Tulum through its food, this is the way to do it. Come hungry, leave happy, and expect to talk about these tacos long after you’re home. 🌮✨
Highly recommend Diego and Carmen Food Tours, we’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Marilyn!
Thank you for your great review and recommendation.
I’m so glad you had a good time with Diego, walking and eating through local Tulum, we would love to have you again.
Best wishes :)
We enjoyed it but thought it very expensive. $700 for 7 of us. Armando was very happy to share his local knowledge and give us a real insight to local life in Tulum.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Alina!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour.
Best wishes :)
Great experience! Armando was super knowledgeable, and friendly. The food was great. Would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Wendy!
Thank k you for your review and recommendation.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour.
Big hugs :)
Armando was simply wonderful as was our tour and tasting of Tulum! His knowledge and love of Tulum is clear and there is so much to learn and eat! We experienced carefully selected foods that locals enjoy that were so delicious and incredible! I highly recommend this opportunity! Thank you to Armando for showing our family such a wonderful time!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Sara!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
I’m happy that you had a good experience.
Best wishes :)
Alex was great! He took us through all of our stops with background on the food we were eating, some regional information, and personal experiences that made the tour enjoyable.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Lisa!
Thank you for your review.
Big hugs :)
Great evening with our guide, who took us to many small local restaurants off the beaten path, great food options at each stop! Thank you for a fun foodie evening!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Katalin!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed your experience through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
Great experience. Visited places we definitely wouldn’t have on our own, where local people were eating their daily meals. Plenty of stops to feel full, but not sick. With just the right amount of local history information for context.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Josh!
Thank you for your review.
I’m happy to know that you had a good experience through local Tulum walking.
Best wishes :)
I was disappointed as there was not a variety of foods. We did not come away with a good sampling of the wonderful foods that Tulum has to offer.
Our guide was very good. The food was good. Too many tacos. The dessert was a frozen bar on a stick. Good flavor variety offered. We were disappointed not to sample another type of the delicious mexican desserts.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Jean!
Thank you for your review.
Best wishes :)
You probably get $10 worth of food. Very overpriced tour for what you get. Some of the places we went were dirty and not good. Two stops were good. The guide was good and friendly and knowledgeable. They did accommodate vegetarian options at some stops.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the guide and the vegetarian accommodations, though we’re sorry the overall experience didn’t meet your expectations.
Our tours highlight authentic local spots that reflect the real flavors of the area, and while some may be simple or traditional, they are carefully selected for their food quality and cultural value. The tour price reflects the full experience including the guide, storytelling, logistics, and small-group format, not just the cost of the food alone.
We appreciate your comments and will review them with our team as we continue improving. Thank you for joining us, and we hope the rest of your trip went well.
Armando was amazing!! So knowledgeable! Great food! Must do activity in Tulum! Especially at the beginning of your vacation, lots of tips for places to go!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hola Heather!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
It’s good to know that you had a good tour with Armando in Tulum, I think doing it at the beginning of your trip is the best way.
Best wishes :)
What an excellent way to get your bearings and eat at some authentic spots in downtown Tulum. Muy delicioso, great for foodies! Armando is an amazing guide full of knowledge and experience! Thank you so much!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hola Andrea!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed Armando’s tour through local Tulum and the food it has to offer.
Big hugs :)
A very pleasant and knowledgeable guide who gives great tips not only about food but everything else related to your stay in Mexico!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hola!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you had a good experience through local Tulum.
Best wishes :)
This was insanely expensive. 88$ usd a person and we ate maybe 10$ each worth of food and drink. Left hungry and huge lack of diversity. The guide bragged about how cheap the food was at the places we went. More over emphasizing how we did NOT get what we paid for. Would NOT recommend.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that the experience didn’t meet your expectations.
Our food tours focus on high-quality local tastings, cultural storytelling, and the overall guided experience, not on the quantity or monetary value of the food alone. While the restaurants we visit are local and affordable, the tour price reflects the full experience including the guide’s expertise, curated route, logistics, small-group format, and operational costs.
That said, we take all feedback seriously and will review your comments with our team to keep improving. We appreciate you joining us and hope the rest of your time in Mexico was enjoyable.
Great tour, very informative and delicious food, would highly recommend. It’s a great way to look around the town too.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hola Dean!
Thank you for your review and recommendation.
Best wishes :)
Armando was a great tour guide! He was personable and knowledgeable. The tour took us to places we would not have found on our own.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hola!
Thank you for your review.
Best wishes :)
This was one of our favorite things we did in Tulum. Such a great guide and such amazing local food. I really want to find similar experiences for every city we visit. Loved getting a local guide and going to places outside the typical tourist/influencer places.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hola Howard!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed your tour with Armando and it is very kind of you to want to find tours like ours in every city, that means a lot.
Big hugs :)
We had a great time in this tour! Armando was very knowledgeable and shared a lot about the culture with us. The food we tried was amazing! We left full and happy
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hola Kenyetta!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you enjoyed your experience with Armando.
Best wishes :)
We booked this last minute with no issues. Armando, our guide, was waiting for us at the meeting spot with a warm smile. He was friendly, knowledgeable and a great conversationist. As we walked, he gave us some history of Tulum and Mexico. The food spots were very good, there were vegetarian options at each place. Since our group consisted of just myself and my friend, we were able to linger a little longer at the stops and also stop at a few shops. Although it was hot, the walk was pretty good. I enjoyed this tour a lot.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hola Marcella!
Thank you for your review.
It’s great to know that you had a good tour with Armando, walking and eating through local Tulum.
Big hugs :)
On this tour we had the best tacos we had in Mexico!!
The tour guide was excellent and shared good knowledge of the area.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Hola Robert!
Thank you for your review.
I’m glad you had the best tacos and enjoyed your tour.
Best wishes :)
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