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Having birria at one of the most historic restaurants in the city with my friends from Public Network TV (PBS)
Guadalajara private morning mercado-food tour
The colors and flavors change depending on the season.

Guadalajara private food tour

By Diego Hannon
5 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is $72 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Taste the vibrant cuisine of Mexico like a local on this private tour of Guadalajara’s Mercado Libertad, the largest indoor market in Latin America.

Follow your guide through the many indoor streets to discover more than 500 stalls offering hidden culinary gems. Try local specialities like barbacoa, tortas ahogadas and birria, and learn about Guadalajara’s rich food heritage.

Additionally, you will get to admire the fundamental city landmarks and historic sites such as the Cathedral and Teatro Degollado.

To guarantee a personalized, high-quality experience only you and your travel companions will participate. You will be led by a private guide who has been visiting the market for decades.

Activity location

  • Mercado San Juan de Dios
    • Avenida Javier Mina 47, San Juan de Dios
    • 44360, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • C. José María Morelos 217
    • 217 Calle José María Morelos
    • 44100, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

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Guadalajara private food tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English
Price details
$72.00 x 1 Adult$72.00
Total
Price is $72.00
Until Sun, Apr 21

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedThe torta ahogada and the barbacoa tacos are included, only the birria is not included. Vegetarian and vegan choices are also available.
  • What's includedWhat's includedMy services as a guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBirria. $190 Mexican pesos (cash, debit or credit)

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Mercado San Juan de Dios
  • 2h
This gigantic market is vibrant! So get ready for a fully-immersive experience of engagement with Guadalajara's working-class culture. Since this is a private tour, we can go at our own pace. Make sure to bring cash in mxn pesos so you can get whatever you like! There is an endless diversity of souvenirs, crafts and products. We can take as long as you whish to buy anything you need. As part of the culinary experience we will try 1. tortas ahogadas, 2. tacos de barbacoa, 3. traditional candies, 4. exotic local fruits. Vegan and vegetarian choices are also available upon request.
Nueve Esquinas
  • 45m
This plaza connects nine streets and is home to the city's oldest restaurants. The house specialty at Nueve Esquinas is birria, a juicy and delicious hearty meat stew, served with hand-made tortillas, cilantro, onions, lemon and salsa.
Guadalajara Cathedral
  • 1h
We will also have a chance to visit the Cathedral and its surrounding plazas and landmarks. Remember: since this is a private tour at any point we can stop and take a break, get coffee/ice cream, or take as many photographs as you need. As we walk and explore, I will give you an introduction to the city's history, architecture and local culture.
Teatro Degollado
  • 5m
Contemplate the beauty of Teatro Degollado, built in 1856 in Italian Neoclassical style.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMercado San Juan de Dios
    • Avenida Javier Mina 47, San Juan de Dios
    • 44360, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEC. José María Morelos 217
    • 217 Calle José María Morelos
    • 44100, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

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