The 15 Market Tours in Mexico City That Earn Their Price

1.Mexican Cooking Class with Food Market Visit in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $124Our pick

Cook a Mexican meal with Chef José, shop at a local market, and learn practical recipes in a small Mexico City class.

“Did not have the mezcal tasting or any alcohol tasting. The market tour was not done he just went in and bought his supplies and said to go look around. We have still not received any recipes! We did another cooking class in Mexico which was much better with full market tour and tastings. Wish I would have chosen that company again. Do not book this one!”

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2.Essence of Mexico: Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 289 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $178

Learn Mexican cooking, shop Mercado Medellin, and prepare a four-course meal with mezcal, beer, wine, dessert, and hot chocolate.

“The class is lots of fun, you learn and eat a lot. The market experience was quick paced yet informative. Our chef spoke excellent English and took the time to get to know us all, as well as our taste preferences. The meal we all made was amazing.”

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3.Xochimilco: Market, Food and Nature ¡All included! Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 107 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $107

Explore Xochimilco’s markets, prepare a tlapique on a quiet trajinera, visit axolotls, and learn about chinampas for $107.

“Isabella and Connie were wonderful guides - very knowledgable and accommodating for kids. We truly enjoyed our experience!”

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4.Ticket Museum Frida Kahlo and tasting in Coyoacan Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $41Best value

Visit Casa Azul, stroll through Coyoacán, sample tostadas and chocolate, and get practical tips on transport, tickets, timing, and value.

“Tickets to the Frida museum and pdf guides were a great way to spend the afternoon in coyoacan and surroundings”

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5.Authentic Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 39 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $204

Tour Mercado de Medellín, taste native corn and Mexican ingredients, then cook a four-course meal with beer, mezcal, and wine.

“Everything was absolutely incredible. Could not rate more highly. Pame was so engaging and knowledgeable. A must do experience if you’re in Mexico City!”

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6.Frida Kahlo VIP-Walk, Market and Churros Museum Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $83

Walk Coyoacán, sample market food, and visit Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul with an English-speaking guide and timed museum entry.

“This tour was excellent. Our guide was a great storyteller and really brought Frida alive. The stops were all worth the time, and the snacks were fantastic.”

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7.Mexican Street Tacos Hands-on Cooking Class and Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $155

Learn three classic tacos, handmade tortillas, fresh salsas, and Mexican food culture on a small-group market tour in Mexico City.

“Fantastic experience learning about food culture and how to make three types of Mexican tacos. Our chef and guide, Pame, was knowledgeable and personable, taking the time to get to know us and answer our questions. The group size was small, which made it fun to learn together. I would definitely recommend the experience!”

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8.Mastering Mexican Salsas Cooking Class and Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $155

Make 10 Mexican salsas, visit Mercado de Medellin, and enjoy tacos, mezcal, beer, and recipes in a hands-on Mexico City class.

“My son and I took this salsa making class last week on our trip to CDMX and it was one of our favorite activities we did. Graciela's kitchen was so lovely, warm, and inviting. It was fun to meet other travelers and residents who share the same interests. We walked around the neighborhood to check out how tortillas were made in different types of shops, ate a delicious street taco, and then went to the market to learn about the relation of food to Mexican history, chiles, corn, etc. My son and I even tried chicatanas and found that they were actually tasty. Then we went back to the kitchen…”

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9.Market Tour and Home Cooking Class in Mexico City with Margarita

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

Cook classic Mexican dishes with Margarita, shop a San Ángel market, and share a four-hour homemade meal in her Mexico City home.

“Margarita was a terrific hostess and very accommodating. She checked in with us on menu since we had young children with us to make sure everything would be good for the whole family. The market tour was good and she helped us with navigating purchase of some things for our place as well. She was also very patient as I tried to improve my Spanish with her. Highly recommend.”

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10.Medellín Market Tour, Cooking Class and 3-course Mexican Feast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $155

Explore Roma’s Mercado Medellín, cook tamales and mole with Jim, then share a three-course Mexican feast with beer, wine, and mezcal.

“This is no mere cooking class; it is an explosion of epicurean delights! We took the private class which allowed us flexibility with menu planning. Chef met us at the Medellín where he taught us about the history of the spices and ingredients we’d be using. While we made móle, tamales, and salsa, Vincente spoiled us with a divine cactus salad and a lesson on herbs such as papolo and epazote. We also learned how to use tequesquité, which was super interesting! Jim wove stories and traditions honoring “las abuelitas” throughout the evening. We really appreciated the use of local and ethically farmed ingredients. Even our delicious craft cocktails were…”

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11.Private Market Tour, Cooking Class in Mexico City with Alex & Ale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $215

Explore Mexico City’s San Juan Market, then cook mole, flautas, and tostadas with Alex and Ale in their home kitchen.

“Alejandro was kind, funny, talented, knowledgeable and a marvelous cook/teacher!!!! Loved learning about the different peppers”

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12.Coyocán: Market Tour and Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 5 hours · from $149

Tour Coyoacán Market, taste fresh quesadillas, then cook a four-course Mexican meal with a chef in a cozy vintage kitchen.

“One of the high points of our visit to this lively, colorful city. With Ricardo we were guided through the market and introduced to a real quesadilla. We enjoyed the gentle guidance of chef Manu to a delicious meal together. It was about food and so much more: the culture of Mexico and friendship.”

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13.Market tour, cooking class & three-course Mexican feast

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 17 reviews · 6 hours · from $180

Explore Mercado Medellín, cook tamales, mole, and tortillas with Jim, then enjoy a three-course Mexican feast in Condesa.

“Such an amazing night! Really cool market tour where we learned a lot about Mexican history through food! Then made the BEST tamales and mole I’ve ever had. 100/10 experience!”

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14.Street Taco Cooking Class & Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $186

Tour Mercado de Medellín, taste cacao and insects, then make tacos al pastor and barbacoa with beer and Oaxacan mezcal.

“We had a wonderful time. The market was great to see, and we got to try insects and fruit. Chef Pam was super knowledgeable and fun to work with. She also took many great photos. The food was fun to make and very delicious! We would highly recommend this class!”

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15.Mexico City Vegan & Veggie Market Explorer plus Cooking Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Explore Mexico City markets, taste mole, ride the subway, and make salsa or a huarache with a local family for $85.

“This tour was absolutely amazing. I got to experience the “Zest!” Of Mexico City. Through the city streets and trains, I got a true feel of the flavors and smells of the local markets in center of town. I also became a salsa making genius, which has pleased my family and friends alike. The tour was guided by experienced host, with cultural and historical knowledge. A most valued experience by far. Bravo”

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