3hr Food Crawl in Belo Horizonte Markets and Local Flavors

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A guided food crawl through local neighborhoods — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

A local guide leads the entire experience — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Belo Horizonte through its two most iconic markets — one rooted in tradition, the other bursting with creativity.

Start your journey at the Mercado Central, a century-old maze of aromas, colors, and stories.

Taste artisanal cheeses, sweets, cachaças, and snacks while learning how Minas Gerais became Brazil’s culinary soul. Meet local vendors, hear their stories, and feel the heartbeat of everyday life in this beloved market.

Then, walk to the Mercado Novo, where young chefs, brewers, and artists have transformed an old warehouse into a vibrant cultural hub. Taste how Minas cuisine has evolved — blending heritage and innovation in every bite.

By the end, you’ll take home more than photos: stories, flavors, and the feeling of having truly experienced the spirit of Minas Gerais.

Five-star guarantee — if your experience isn’t five stars, you don’t pay for four.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Cook in Fiesta

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Five-Star Guarantee — if it’s not five-star, you don’t pay for four
Included: Small group for a more personal experience
Included: Stories, history, and insider tips from a local gastronomy guide
Included: Tastings of traditional and contemporary Minas Gerais dishes
Included: Guided food tour through Mercado Central and Mercado Novo

Itinerary

Mercado Central de Belo Horizonte

1 h 30 min

The Mercado Central is one of Belo Horizonte’s most traditional landmarks and a living portrait of Minas Gerais culture. Founded in 1929, it gathers more than 400 small shops under one roof, offering everything from regional cheeses and sweets to spices, handmade crafts, and local beverages.

You'll walk through its narrow corridors surrounded by colorful stalls, observe local vendors preparing snacks such as pão de queijo and pastel de carne, and experience the daily rhythm of a true Brazilian market.
Stop 2

1 h 30 min

The Mercado Novo is a revitalized cultural and gastronomic hub in downtown Belo Horizonte, blending the city’s historic charm with its new creative energy. Originally built in the 1960s as a wholesale market, it has been transformed into a lively space where food, music, art, and design coexist.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our Local Chef will meet you near this area. More informations will be provided by our booking manager after the booking.

End point

Our Local Chef will meet you near this area. More informations will be provided by our booking manager after the booking.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.