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The 15 Best Food Tours in Playa del Carmen

34 tours  ·  from $35 a head

Tacos al pastor, cochinita pibil, marquesitas for dessert. These 15 walks leave Quinta Avenida for the streets where locals eat, and they are priced and timed so you know how hungry to arrive.

Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour - From handmade quesadillas to seasonal fruit
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Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

1.Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,274 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Walk with a bilingual local guide to family-run markets and neighborhood food spots for quesadillas, fruit drinks, tacos, mole, and Mexican ice cream. Guides such as Marcel, Fabiola, Enrique, and Alex have led tours, sharing local food and city stories along the way. Plan for a filling three-hour walk, and tell the operator in advance if you need vegetarian options.

“Alex was a great tour guide! He was so nice and knowledgeable and took us to amazing spots! He even went out of his way to pick up an alternative food option for another member of our tour! Thank you, Alex, for a fabulous tour!”

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The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen - Making tortillas, salsa, and a margarita
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The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen

2.The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 923 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Spend an evening tasting meat-based tacos at up to four Playa del Carmen spots, with tortilla, salsa, and cocktail making, plus a pulque tasting. A bilingual guide leads the group through back roads and food stops, with hotel pickup and drop-off from most Riviera Maya hotels. Routes and guides can vary.

“We had a great time. We were picked up on time. Taken to several taquerias and markets. Shown different types of fruits tacos and salsas and even made our own margarita. I highly recommend this tour. We covered more ground than any walking tour could.”

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Private 40' Bali Catamaran – Drinks & Food Included - Snorkeling at the reef
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Private 40′ Bali Catamaran – Drinks & Food Included

3.Private 40′ Bali Catamaran – Drinks & Food Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 348 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set sail from Puerto Aventuras on a private, four-hour Caribbean catamaran charter for your group of up to 10. The outing pairs coastal sailing and a stop at the Mexican Caribbean reef with snorkeling gear, a premium bar and a chef-prepared menu. You choose several dishes for the group; private transportation to the dock and extra fees are not included.

“Wonderful crew. Beautiful surroundings. Played our own music, had good food and drinks. Lovely way to end our Mexico trip. Highly recommend.”

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Tulum Local Walking Food Tour - What you may taste, and how much to expect
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Tulum Local Walking Food Tour

4.Tulum Local Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $94

Walk through central Tulum with a bilingual guide such as Armando, Diego, or Enrique, stopping at local eateries for tacos and other regional tastings. The three-hour tour includes food, fresh water and natural juices, tips for restaurant staff, and vegetarian options. Groups are capped at 10. Alcohol and transport to the meeting point are not included.

“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.”

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Playa del Carmen: 3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour - The market and the flavors of a multicultural town
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Playa del Carmen: 3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour

5.3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 267 reviews · 3 hours · from $84

Spend three hours walking beyond Playa del Carmen’s main tourist streets with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect tacos, made-to-order quesadillas, chocolate-spiced mole, market finds, local history, street art, and a fruit popsicle finale. Groups are limited to 10, and guides such as Alex, Abbey, Emmanuel, and Fabiola have led the walk.

“Our tour guide was great, funny, knowledgeable, and showed us lots of places we wouldn't have gone to normally. She even arranged a little cake for me after my partner asked her where we should go for dinner for my birthday. Tried a variety of food with some laughs and facts along the way. Come hungry!”

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Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time - Lunch and drinks: useful inclusions, with a few questions
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Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time

6.Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $115

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a group catamaran, stopping for guided snorkeling near an underwater sculpture before free time on the island. Snorkel gear, food, soda, a premium open bar, and round-trip transfers from many Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels are included, though extra transport or port fees may apply depending on your service option.

“This was an amazing tour we did, we drove from tulum (so about 2 hours) to go on this tour. It was easy to find and for everything you get to do for the day, the price is very good. The tour guides were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We got to go snorkeling and saw fish and some sculptures. The best part was visiting isla mujeres, the water is so beautiful and I didn’t want to leave. It was also nice, they let you walk around the island for 2 hours and shop. We rented a golf cart and drove around the whole island and got souvenirs.…”

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5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel - La Bocana: shallow water and a slower lunch
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5-Hour Private 40′ Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel

7.5-Hour Private 40′ Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend five hours aboard a private 40-foot yacht from Puerto Aventuras, with snorkeling at In-Ha reef, a shallow-water stop at La Bocana, and ceviche, snacks, and an open bar. Snorkel gear, towels, life jackets, and trolling fishing equipment are included. Aldo is among the crew members praised for guiding snorkelers and keeping the day lively, though crew assignments may vary.

“What an incredible experience!! Aldo and the crew were super accommodating and the food and drinks were delicious. 10/10!!!”

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Mexican Street Food Crawl in Playa del Carmen - Classic dishes and adventurous bites
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Mexican Street Food Crawl in Playa del Carmen

8.Mexican Street Food Crawl in Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Walk between five or six local food stops with a guide such as Ulises or Tony, tasting dishes that may range from cochinita pibil and birria to stuffed churros. The three-hour outing includes drinks and tequila tasting, then a ride by air-conditioned minivan toward 5th Avenue. Come hungry, wear comfortable shoes, and expect some walking in the heat.

“SO MUCH FUN!!! And the food was OMG !!!!! THE CHURROS!!!!! Even the Tequila tasting was so much fun ! I didn't think I would like flavored Tequila !! I bought 3 bottles!!! Ulises was WONDERFUL!!”

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Tulum Bike Tour Tulum Maya Ruins Cenote Swimming Pueblo History Art Tacos Lunch - Get more than a quick look at Maya history
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Tulum Bike Tour Tulum Maya Ruins Cenote Swimming Pueblo History Art Tacos Lunch

9.Tulum Bike Tour Tulum Maya Ruins Cenote Swimming Pueblo History Art Tacos Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $159

Start at 7:45 a.m. and explore Tulum by bike with a local guide, visiting the Maya ruins, a cenote and a local beekeeping foundation, with tacos, water and snacks included. Guides named in past tour accounts include Ursula, Frank, Carlos and Niko. Expect city riding and some rougher routes, not a pampered coach outing.

“All good. Cenote was one of the best and not crowded. Guide was good. Tacos very good and authentic.”

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Tulum: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour - Taste Tamales and Mole at the Market
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Tulum: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

10.3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 3 hours · from $94

Spend three hours sampling Tulum’s local food with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide and a group of no more than 10. Expect tacos de guisado, regional tacos, tamales, mole, fruit, and dessert, with stories about local food and history along the way. Guides have included Armando, Alejandro, Luis, and Enrique. Meet outside the OXXO at Geminis Street and the Highway.

“Laura was the best ever!!!!! She really went above and beyond to make sure we got the best experience. She was sweet and patient with us. Def recommend Laura!!”

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Full Adrenaline Day in Tulum! ATVs, Zipline, Cenote, Rappel, Food - A short rappel, then the cenote
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Full Adrenaline Day in Tulum! ATVs, Zipline, Cenote, Rappel, Food

11.Full Adrenaline Day in Tulum! ATVs, Zipline, Cenote, Rappel, Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35Best value

This five-and-a-half-hour outing combines a jungle ATV ride, 1 km of ziplining, a 7 m rappel, a cenote swim and a Mayan ceremony, followed by a Mexican meal. Round-trip transport, a guide, lockers and cenote lifejackets are included. Guides named Christian, Julio and Sara have been associated with the tour, though your guide is not guaranteed.

“The experience was great. Our guide Julio was awesome and very knowledgeable about everything….. The only bad part which kinda ruined the whole experience was Angel the driver back to the resort he was super rude he was driving crazy and than demanded a tip. The resort manager had to step in because he was making a scene in the lobby….. He was very unprofessional….”

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Playa del Camen Vegan Mexican Food Tour - How much food do you get?
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Playa del Camen Vegan Mexican Food Tour

12.Playa del Camen Vegan Mexican Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $91

Spend about three hours walking between Playa del Carmen fruit vendors and local eateries, sampling vegan Mexican food with an English-speaking guide. The route lists Yucatec dishes at Mercado Playa del Carmen, vegan ceviche at Bio-Organicos, and tacos at Bajo Cafe. Guides including Enrique, Alex, Coco, and Emanuel have led tours. Come hungry, and confirm the meeting time before you go.

“I gave this experience 4 stars - 5 stars for our guide Emanuel who was wonderful, patient, enthusiastic and just exceptionally friendly, but 3 stars for the food. We visited 3 restaurants, a fruit stand and a frozen fruit/dessert kiosk. Of the three restaurants we visited, we all thought only 1 was worthwhile. It was called Plantivoros and the vegan tacos were stellar. It's not near 5th Avenue or any tourist area, so you'd have to go out of your way to find it, but it might be worthwhile to do so. The fruit stand was just a fruit stand, though there were a few fruits we'd never encountered before…”

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8-Hour Private 40' Cat 2 Stop to Cozumel, Food, Drinks & Snorkel - Playa Palancar: beach time and a first snorkel
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8-Hour Private 40′ Cat 2 Stop to Cozumel, Food, Drinks & Snorkel

13.8-Hour Private 40′ Cat 2 Stop to Cozumel, Food, Drinks & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

From Puerto Aventuras, take a private eight-hour yacht trip to southern Cozumel with Riviera Elite. You can try trolling for fish, snorkel at Playa Palancar and a second reef, and enjoy lunch, snacks, and an open bar. Gear and towels are supplied. Ramon is one crew member associated with the trip; confirm who will be aboard when you book.

“Ramon and his crew were great. They kept us informed as to what to expect and were at the ready drinks, food, snorkels and other water play activities. We wanted for nothing the entire time. Also the boat was in great shape. Very accommodating and friendly crew. I recommend to anyone contemplating this kind of trip.”

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local walking food tour Inlakech Playa del Carmen - Seasonal fruit and drinks set the tone
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local walking food tour Inlakech Playa del Carmen

14.local walking food tour Inlakech Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Meet Jonas, Juan or another local guide near Playa del Carmen’s ADO tourist terminal at 5 pm for a private walking tour through nearby neighborhoods. Over six food stops, you’ll try seasonal fruit, mole, quesadillas, tacos, tamales and a frozen dessert, with time to hear about local food and see street art.

“Highly recommended!! We experienced Mexican food like never before. Our very personable guide, Jonás, helped us to explore new flavours such as cactus, tamarind and soursop. He is kind and attentive to all the guests in the group and speaks excellent English. He always went the extra mile to ensure we were looked after and comfortable. The perfect introduction to Mexican food culture and to the real Playa del Carmen. A SIX STAR EXPERIENCE!!”

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Akumal Bay snorkeling, plus 3 cenotes and great food - Three cenotes bring a quieter kind of swim
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Akumal Bay snorkeling, plus 3 cenotes and great food

15.Akumal Bay snorkeling, plus 3 cenotes and great food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $169

Set out from Playa del Carmen with a local guide for a boat-assisted snorkel at Akumal Bay, then walk between three cenotes in a private jungle community. The group is limited to 12, and the day ends with a meal at Lara & Luca if your booking includes food. Guides have included Fabio, Alex, Alberto, and Roy.

“When you drive into the Akumal Beach area, you’ll see a lot of people waving you in, trying to sell snorkel tours for around $40 per person. Don’t fall for it! Instead, drive all the way in to the official parking area just past the entrance — parking costs only $5.”

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