This is an authentic local experience in local Mexican food. Perfect for couples, groups of friends, or families. We walk through the main artery of the city to fill us with typical flavors and smells of Mexico: street stations and restaurants that the locals frequent. A unique and incomparable experience with a knowledgable guide that accompanies you in this three-hour tour around the city, typically away from tourist places. If you have an adventurous spirit and want to taste the authentic flavors of Mexico and it's people, this is the tour for you. Join us!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ History of Playa del Carmen and Surroundings
✔ Local Bilingual Guide
✔ Beverages
✔ Tips for Local Restaurant Waiters
✔ Vegetarian Option Available
✔ Food Tasting
✔ Street Art of Playa del Carmen
✖ Gratuities
✖ Transportation to/from meeting point
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Corner of 5th Avenue and Juarez Avenue, outside ADO Bus Station
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
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Eating With Carmen Food Tours
Meeting point
Duration: 15 minutes
2
We continue on our way to have some locally handmade quesadillas with a special surprise ingredient!
Duration: 30 minutes
3
We’ll stop by a family-run market where they stock hard-to-find and seasonal fruits, vegetables and fresh-squeezed juices, where you’ll be able to learn all about these exotic foods from your expert guide.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
We are on our way again to a locally-operated fruit and veggie market, which houses many exotic fruits that are typical to Mexican farming and cuisine. It is at this market, located in downtown Playa del Carmen, where we are going to try local fruit juices, which is also a typical refreshment the locals enjoy daily. Afterward, your guide will lead you towards one of the best Taquerias in town, at which point tacos are served!
Duration: 30 minutes
5
We walk through this plaza to find some tacos al pastor at one of our favorite food stands.
Duration: 20 minutes
6
At this stop we'll try some mole.
Duration: 25 minutes
7
We'll finish the tour with some local popsicles and icecreams.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Tours are held rain, shine, and in all temperatures year round. We reserve the right to cancel a tour due to weather if safety is threatened.
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
• 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.
