Textures of Mexico: Cancun Street Food Tour, Local Market & Urban Art
Experience the side of Cancun most visitors never see. Explore colorful local markets, hidden neighborhoods, vibrant street art, and authentic food spots loved by locals.
Taste some of the region’s most iconic flavors, from slow-cooked barbacoa and freshly made tacos to traditional Yucatecan specialties. Along the way, learn about local culture, everyday life, and the stories behind the dishes that make Mexican cuisine famous around the world.
Perfect for families, food lovers, and curious travelers looking for a more authentic connection with Cancun. Come hungry and leave with unforgettable memories.
- Intimate settings. Reduced group sizes for personalized attention.
- Foodie Guarantee! If you’re not full by the end of the tour, you can have more!
- Veggie and vegan alternatives. Let us know at the checkout.
Daily Tours
10:00 am - approx. 3.5 hours tour
@Cacun Food Tours
La Parrilla, Av Yaxchilán 51.
Optional Hotel Transportation
All hotels in Cancun & Costa Mujeres
Book Early & Save!
- Book at least 7 days in advance and get 15% off at the checkout.
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Foodie $1280 MXN
(Approx. $64 USD) -
Hotel Roundtrip
transportation +$200 MXN
(Approx. $10 USD)
*Exchange rate subject to your bank
What will I eat on the Cancun Street Food Tour
Classic Carnitas Tacos
Start with juicy, slow-cooked pork tacos, prepared and served by the owners of a beloved family-run taquería.
Mexico City-Style Tamales
Taste this iconic Mexican dish wrapped in corn husk, just like it’s made in the capital. You’ll also have free time to explore and soak in the sights, smells, and colors of a local market.
Barbacoa Taco
Enjoy tender lamb slowly cooked with bold Mexican spices—a true weekend tradition in many local homes.
Yucatan Salbute
Bite into a crispy Yucatecan *salbute* topped with shredded turkey or pork at a family-run eatery that’s proud of its roots.
Dessert – Handmade Popsicles
Cool down with a refreshing, all-natural Mexican popsicle. Choose from over 40 unique flavors!
What's included?
- Food with a drink pairing on each stop
- One dessert
- Foodie Guarantee. If you are not full at the last stop, you can get more tacos.
- Tips for the restaurants/food stalls
- Round trip transportation in Cancun & Costa Mujeres (optional)
- Extra food and drinks (available to purchase), not specified in the tour description
- Alcoholic beverages (Available at extra cost)
- Tips for the guide (Optional)
- Transportation from Playa del Carmen, Puerto Morelos, and Riviera Maya available for extra $15 per person, payable when pick up (Round Trip)
Itinerary
09:00 – Hotel Pickup (Optional)
We’ll pick you up at your hotel lobby 30 to 60 minutes before the tour starts, depending on your hotel’s location. The driver will get off the van and call you by your name.
We will confirm the exact pickup time after your reservation is made.
We pickup from all hotels in Cancun Hotel Zone & downtown, Costa Mujeres and Playa Mujeres.
10:00 – Meeting point
If you’re meeting us directly, head to La Parrilla Cancun (Map here). This is where your guide will welcome you, and you’ll hop into our A/C van to start your Cancun taco adventure.
10:05 – Street Food, here we go!
We take on average a 10 minute drive to each taqueria (we really visit the best taquerias in Cancun), meanwhile, your local guide will explain you the history behind each taco, each recipee and the urban story behind the fame of the spots.
12:30 – Urban Art Walk
We visit an old Cancun Guetto, now a residential area that kept the local Art and murals for photos.
13:00 – End of Tour
After a night full of tacos, stories, and fun, we’ll return to the meeting point.
If you booked transportation, we’ll drop you off right where we picked you up.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy Refund canceling 24 hours in advance. Non-refundable transaction fee 5%. Canceling with less than 24 hours in advance or not taking the tour, will be marked as “No Show” and non-refund will be done.
Reschedule Policy Reschedule has no cost, as far as the request is made 24 hours before your activity. After this time cancellation policies would apply. Reschedule requests are subject to availability. Non reschedule will proceed less than 12 hours in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the transportation included in the Cancun Street Food Tour?
Hotel pickup and drop-off are optional. You can add this service at checkout. We offer it from any hotel in Cancun and Costa Mujeres.
Transportation during the tour is included.
Are children allowed on the Cancun Street Food Tour?
Yes!
For comfort, we recommend the tour for children ages 6 and up. However, all ages are welcome
Are there vegan/vegetarian substitutes?
Yes, we accommodate all dietary preferences and restrictions, including allergies, upon request.
When completing your booking, please let us know your preferences so we can tailor the experience accordingly.
Are cameras allowed on the Cancun Street Food Tour?
Definitely!
And please tag us on social media.
