Eating With Carmen Walking Tour

Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

★ 4.9 1,369 reviews

3 hours, free cancellation.

from $77.51

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Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: 5 Av. Nte. LTE 2
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Eating With Carmen Food Tours

Overview

This three-hour walk with Eating With Carmen Food Tours starts outside the ADO Bus Station at the corner of 5th Avenue and Juarez Avenue and works its way through Centro, stopping at the spots on its route along the way. It opens at the operator's own meeting point, moves into the municipal market, then hits a fruit stand, a taqueria, the Leona Vicario municipal library, an antojitos spot, and finally an ice cream and popsicle shop. All admissions along the route are free, and the tour loops back to where it began.

Food is the through line, but reviewers consistently describe it as more than an eating crawl. Several mention learning about the history of Playa del Carmen, the street art, and the background behind each dish. Others said the stops were places they would never have found alone, away from the heavily touristed stretch.

The tour asks for a moderate fitness level, and it runs year round in rain or shine. Groups cap at 24 travellers. A vegetarian option exists if requested at booking, and the price covers food tastings, beverages, a bilingual local guide, and waiter tips at the stops.

What's Included

Included

At A Glance: Eating With Carmen Walking Tour

4.9rating across 1,369 reviews
3 hstated duration
24guests at most per group
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Beverages
Food Tasting
Local Bilingual Guide
Street Art of Playa del Carmen
Tips for Local Restaurant Waiters
History of Playa del Carmen and Surroundings
Vegetarian Option Available

Not Included

Gratuities
Transportation to/from meeting point

Itinerary

Meet outside ADO stationThe group gathers with Eating With Carmen Food Tours at the corner of 5th Avenue and Juarez Avenue for a 15-minute introduction before setting off.
Mercado Playa Del CarmenA 30-minute visit to the municipal market.
Fruit standA 20-minute stop at a fruit stand.
Taquería GómezThirty minutes at the taqueria, for tacos and other traditional dishes.
Biblioteca Municipal Leona VicarioA 20-minute stop at the municipal library, part of the history and street art side of the walk.
ANTOJITOS Playa del CarmenTwenty-five minutes at this antojitos stop.
Paletería and returnA final 15-minute stop at Paletería y Nevería Purépecha for ice cream or popsicles, before the tour ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points worth knowing before booking, drawn from the listing and from what travellers report.

Food and drink. Food tastings and beverages are included, along with a vegetarian option if requested at booking. Several reviewers describe the food as authentic and plentiful.
Heat and pace. One reviewer described the tour on a hot day as worth it but demanding. The listing asks for a moderate fitness level, and the tour runs in all temperatures year round. Comfortable shoes are a sensible choice for a walking route.
Guide knowledge. Reviewers repeatedly praise the guides for covering local history, culture, food, and street art, not just the dishes. Several mention specific tips, such as a churros recommendation after the tour ended.
Group size. The tour allows a maximum of 24 travellers. Reviewers describe a group walk rather than a private outing.
Vegetarian option. A vegetarian option is available and must be requested at the time of booking. Beverages and food tastings are included, along with tips for waiters at the local restaurants.
Confirm the meeting point. The meeting point is outside the ADO Bus Station at the corner of 5th Avenue and Juarez Avenue. The tour ends back at the same spot.

The Lineup At Its Extremes

$22lowest per-person price: Tropical Fruit Tasting, Budget Fare
$209.61highest per-person price: Tequila and Mezcal Gourmet Tour
2.5 hshortest: Downtown Food Walk
5 hlongest: 5-Hour Class, Tequila and Mezcal

Common issues. There is no hotel pickup and no transport to the meeting point, so travellers arrange their own arrival. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs are fine. It runs in rain or shine, and the operator reserves the right to cancel if weather threatens safety, in which case a different date or a full refund is offered. The 24-traveller cap and roughly three hours of walking also mean it is not a fit for anyone wanting a slow, private, or fully accessible outing.

“Excellent history lessons while enjoying authentic foods. Wonderful experience walking the off-the-beaten path.”

David_C, guest review of Eating With Carmen Walking Tour

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Food tastings and beverages are included, along with a local bilingual guide, tips for waiters at the local restaurants, and commentary on the street art and history of Playa del Carmen. Gratuities for the guide are not included, and neither is transportation to the meeting point or hotel pickup.

Where Does The Tour Meet And Does It Include Pickup?

There is no hotel pickup. The meeting point is at the corner of 5th Avenue and Juarez Avenue, outside the ADO Bus Station in Centro, and the tour ends back at the same spot.

How Long Is The Tour And How Much Walking Is Involved?

It runs about three hours at a moderate pace, with stops spread along a walking route through Centro. The listing recommends a moderate level of physical fitness, and one reviewer noted the heat made the walking tiring.

Is There A Vegetarian Option?

Yes, a vegetarian option is available. The listing asks travellers to advise at booking if they need it, so request it when reserving rather than on the day.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted, and cut-off times follow the local time in Playa del Carmen. Weather cancellations entitle you to a different date or a full refund.

Can Children Or People With Limited Mobility Join?

The tour is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs can manage it, and it is near public transportation. Anyone joining should be comfortable walking for about three hours. The listing does not state a minimum age, so check with the operator through the booking page if travelling with young children.