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Private City tour Merida History plus Local Antojitos Tasting

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Overview

Enjoy this pleasant private tour through the most emblematic places of Mérida—its avenues, neighborhoods, markets, churches, and buildings that have had and continue to have significant importance in the lives of Yucatecan people. While learning about the city’s history, we will make gastronomic stops to taste local and traditional dishes and beverages that you can only enjoy in Yucatán.

• Discover Mérida like a local in a private tour full of history and flavor
• Stroll through alleys, markets, mansions, and churches with stories that come to life, accompanied by your expert local certified guide and perfect host
• ⁠Try a variety of Yucatecan snacks, tradition-filled food stops
• ⁠Taste regional drinks
• An authentic and unique experience in a city full of history, legends, flavors, and culture at every step through the Yucatecan capital

What's Included

  • Snacks Food: Local snacks tasting ¨Antojitos Yucatecos¨
  • Private transportation
  • Beverages: Fresh Chaya-Lime water, local beer and distilled drink tasting
  • Lunch Other food and beverages not specified in the itinerary
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will meet travelers at the hotel lobby. If you are staying at AirBnb or private accommodation please let us know once booked.

What To Expect

Mercado y Plaza Santiago

We will arrive to a traditional Mexican market where you will visit the most popular and famous spot in the market ¨Taqueria La Lupita¨ where Don Pedro, the owner, will serve you a Cochinita Pibil taco and other antojitos Yucatecos (snacks), like turkey salute or panucho. If your are Vegan, let your guide know before arriving to the market, so he will take care of your dietary special requests.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa Frederick Catherwood

We will continue walking around the Santiago´s neighborhood and visiting the Catherwood House to learn about the history of one of the first European explorers who arrived in Yucatán at the end of the 19th century and stayed there. We will also take the opportunity to visit the small café located in the house and enjoy a delicious Mexican artisanal chocolate.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaza Grande

We will drive to Plaza Grande, while enjoying a Panoramic view of La Mejorada and La Ermita neighborhoods learning about its history. At arrival we will do a walking guided tour visiting the San Ildefonso Cathedral, the Casa de Montejo and the murals at Government Palace.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parque de Santa Lucia

Walking guided tour along ¨Calle 60¨ learning about the history of the most emblematic buildings located along this street to arrive to the Santa Lucia Park where your driver will be waiting for you.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dulcería y Sorbetería Colón

We will taste the traditional local sorbet at the most famous sorbetería in Mérida.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monumento a la Patria

Panoramic guided visit along the Paseo de Montejo´s avenue. During this part of the tour, you will learn about the history of the French-style colonial mansions located along this avenue. We will make a stop at the ¨Monumento a la Patria¨ to take a closer look at the details printed by the artist and capture one of the city's most iconic photos.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Negrita Cantina

We will end this tour in a traditional cantina of Merida where you will taste a local beer and Mexican distillated drink.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Food Allergies or Dietary Needs: If you have any allergies or food restrictions please let us know at the booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private City tour Merida History plus Local Antojitos Tasting?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.73 out of 5 stars based on 15 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private City tour Merida History plus Local Antojitos Tasting?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks. Food: Local snacks tasting ¨Antojitos Yucatecos¨.
  • Private transportation.
  • Beverages: Fresh Chaya-Lime water, local beer and distilled drink tasting.
  • Dessert: Local Sorbet and chocolate tasting.
  • Travel insurance during transportation.
  • Certified bilingual guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. Other food and beverages not specified in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private City tour Merida History plus Local Antojitos Tasting is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Food Allergies or Dietary Needs: If you have any allergies or food restrictions please let us know at the booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private City tour Merida History plus Local Antojitos Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • SnacksFood: Local snacks tasting ¨Antojitos Yucatecos¨
  • Private transportation
  • Beverages: Fresh Chaya-Lime water, local beer and distilled drink tasting
  • Dessert: Local Sorbet and chocolate tasting
  • Travel insurance during transportation
  • Certified bilingual guide
  • LunchOther food and beverages not specified in the itinerary
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Food Allergies or Dietary Needs: If you have any allergies or food restrictions please let us know at the booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • No mandatory stops at souvenir shops

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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