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Oaxaca Walking Food Tour: Market and Street Delights

From: $ 152.00 USD

By Omar

Good for groups

Duration 5 Hours

Meal on the house

Suitable for children

About your Experience

Discover Oaxaca’s culinary gems on a 5-hour guided food tour, perfect for food lovers eager to experience authentic local flavors. Starting from downtown Oaxaca, you’ll walk through vibrant streets and visit the bustling Mercado de Abastos, known for its rich variety of street food and traditional vendors. Enjoy over 10 delicious stops, sampling dishes from local restaurants, street vendors, and markets, with a variety of beverages, including alcohol, along the way.

From: $ 152.00 USD

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What's Included

Food at over 10 stops

Professional/Local GuideAlcoholic Beverages

What to Expect

This walking tour isn’t just about tasting food—it’s about stepping into the heart of Oaxaca’s culture. Each stop is an invitation into a story: the smoky flavors of traditional kitchens, the sizzling energy of bustling markets, and the creativity of modern Oaxacan chefs.

With every bite, you’ll taste the richness of Oaxaca’s culinary heritage, from rustic street food to refined restaurant dishes. The inclusion of mezcal and cocktails adds a celebratory layer, while desserts bring the experience to a satisfying close.

The small-group format ensures intimacy, making it easy to interact with vendors and chefs, ask questions, and savor the nuances of each dish. By the end, you’ll not only feel full—you’ll feel connected to the traditions, people, and flavors that make Oaxaca one of the world’s top culinary destinations.

Itinerary

Downtown Oaxaca Meet-Up
Begin in the heart of Oaxaca’s city center with a welcome and introduction to the day’s culinary adventure.

Smoke Kitchen Experience
Start strong with a tasting session at the smoke kitchen, where Chef Thalía Barrios of Levadura de Olla showcases three signature dishes that highlight Oaxacan flavors.

Food & Beverage Tastings
Continue through restaurants, street stands, and food stalls, stopping at approximately 10 locations to sample authentic dishes and beverages.

Mercado de Abastos
Immerse yourself in the energy of Oaxaca’s largest market, Mercado de Abastos, exploring the vibrant aisles filled with fresh produce, spices, and local specialties while sampling along the way.

Cocktails & Dessert
End the journey at a local restaurant with craft cocktails and a sweet dessert, the perfect conclusion to your culinary exploration.

What's Required

The experience you are signing up for requires a minimum of (4) participants. In case this requirement isn’t met you will be notified by email and offered a different date or a full refund.
Please note, 60% of the food includes meat, and seafood is not served.
Vegetarian options are available with prior notice, though vegan choices are limited.

What to Bring

What to bring:

Comfortable shoes
Sunblock
Hat (for heat protection)

What Not to Bring:

Jewelry
Large backpacks or bags
Flip flops (wet/muddy areas in the market)

Meeting Point

📍Downtown Oaxaca

Rates

$152 USD - Adults 18+
$42 USD - Children (6-17)

Cancellation & Changes Policy

All reservation payments are final, if you need to change or adjust the dates of your original reservation we will be happy to do it for you, only if according to our calendar it’s possible. No refunds. If you have to cancel your reservation we will offer you credit for the amount paid for a period of one year, you can use it towards any future reservations or pass it on to a friend or family member that is visiting Oaxaca during that one-year period. The one-year credit only applies if you cancel your reservation at least 24 hours before, failing to do so will be considered a no-show and no credit will be given. The experience you are signing up for requires a minimum of participants, in this case (4) in case this requirement isn’t met you will be notified by email and offered a different date or a full refund. Thank you for your comprehension, considering we are a small company any cancellations would affect not only us but the people that we work with as well.

Weather Policy

This experience runs rain or shine. In the event of severe weather conditions that may impact safety, the activity may be rescheduled or canceled with a full refund or alternative arrangements provided.

Meet Omar

Omar Alonso is the founder of Live Oaxaca. Born and raised in Oaxaca, he emigrated to the United States at 18 years old where he worked in the hospitality industry in Los Angeles for a decade before returning to Oaxaca where he continued his career in hospitality, learning more about his hometown and guest services. In 2013, Live Oaxaca was born—a series of unique curated experiences for visitors to Oaxaca focusing on gastronomy and mezcal, tailored to each individual's needs and interests.

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Oaxaca Walking Food Tour: Market and Street Delights

From: $ 152.00 USD

By Omar

Good for groups

Duration 5 Hours

Meal on the house

Suitable for children

About your Experience

From: $ 152.00 USD

What to bring:

What Not to Bring:

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