Hidden markets and delights in Mexico City

5–6 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Take a walk through the real Centro Historico (downtown),

Step away from the tourist filled museums and restaurants and explore the secret treasures only known by the locals.

as seen in

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1C40AQRqWxI&t=445s

La merced has been an area focused on commerce since the Aztec times, and currently holds the second largest market in the city, over one square kilometer.

A place where you can find anything and everything.

We will explore the merced and sonora market (known for witchcraft and sorcery), try a michelada, enjoy the most delicious and authentic tacos you have ever tried, try some pre hispanic snacks, enjoy a drink at a classic cantina and explore all the surrounding historic gems tourists never get to meet.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Jorge A

Ages: Adults (12–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic Beverages
Included: Snacks
Included: Lunch

Itinerary

La Merced

3 hours Admission included

Currently the second largest market in the city.

The Merced Market and its surroundings have been an area of commerce since Aztec times.

There is a constant movement of people and it is customary to attract the attention of potential customers with shouts.

We will discover in its corridors all the ingredients that create Mexican gastronomy.

Fruits and vegetables, Mexican spices such as epazote, fresh and dried chiles of almost all varieties, nopales, maiz and ancient herbal remedies.
Mercado Sonora

1 h 30 min Admission included

The world-famous Mercado de Sonora specializes in products such as pottery and party decorations, however, it also sells herbs and remedies, magic, witchcraft and occult-related products.
Centro Historico

one hour

We will tour the surroundings of the Merced neighborhood discovering the gastronomic and historical jewels of the area.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet up in the corner of Jose María Pino Suarés y José María Izazaga.

in a small park in front of the San Miguel Arcángel church.

End point

We finish up at one of the most touristic areas in Mexico City, Zocalo, surrounded by restaurants, museums and with lots of options for transportation to anywhere in the city.