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The 10 Tastings of Playa del Carmen

  • 3 hours
  • Food Tours
  • Playa del Carmen
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Your local for this experience

Experience hosted by Sonja

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Ready to taste the best food in Playa del Carmen? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Playa del Carmen.

Destination
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Category
Food Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
Deutsch, English, Español
Included
  • Private guides
  • 10 local Tastings
  • Vegetarian options available
  • All Withlocals tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Can be 100% customized to your food wishes
  • Taste the best of the Mexican cuisine
  • Try classic Craft beer & Cochinita Pibil at real local hotspots
  • 10 local tastings
  • Stop to see highlights of the city along the way
  • It’s not just food; it’s local culture

What you can expect

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Fall in love with the flavorful Mexican cuisine on this delicious food tour in Playa del Carmen! Enjoy a selection of 10 food and drink tastings hand-picked by your foodie local host, just for you and spread over at least 3 different local spots. From yummy must-tries like Marquesitas to unique dishes typical of the city such as Cochinita Pibil; you’re in for a treat, so bring your appetite.

This culinary tour in Playa del Carmen is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. As you enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory, sweet as well as drinks, you’ll also discover the city and its highlights. Stop to admire the Parque los Fundadores, Muelle Constituyentes, and La Quinta Avenida and hear about their local relevance from your host as you hop from one food hot spot to the other - what can be better than that?

Want to know what this food tour has in store for you? Your local foodie has you covered! And because sharing is caring, you and your group will get to try bites of famous dishes. Each of the hosts has carefully selected the tastings you’ll enjoy during this food tour. All of them passionate about food and their city, know the best spots to get the most authentic and typical bites. Pick your host according to your interests and you’ll be a part of a unique and flavorful experience catered to your taste buds.

Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know! The foodie locals are ready to take you on the best food tour in Playa del Carmen. All you have to do is check out their profiles and pick your favorite local for a delicious culinary experience. This Playa del Carmen food tour can be 100% personalized to match your diet and allergies.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at The pier 'Constituyentes' at the flag pole - Playa del Carmen to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. 10 Tastings

    This tour includes 10 food and drink tastings. Your local host has hand-picked each one of the tastings based on their love for food, and knowledge of the city. Enjoy only the most authentic bites the city has to offer!
  4. The Classics

    A food tour in Playa del Carmen would not be complete without the most typical and beloved dishes in town. Enjoy a bite of the ultimate classics Craft beer and Cochinita Pibil and taste them in their true local flavor!
  5. Locals’ Favorites

    Discover more of the local cuisine by trying some of the ultimate locals’ favorites food treats. Try unique food, typical of Playa del Carmen picked by your local host and hear why they love it so much!
  6. Typical Drinks

    With drinks included as part of the tastings this real experience comes with a real local spirit! Your local host will quench your thirst with a selection of drinks like coffee, unique beverages, and alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) cocktails, wine and beer
  7. City Highlights

    This tour is more than just food, it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, discover city highlights for a well-rounded experience that will satisfy your appetite for Playa del Carmen. From food, drinks, must-sees and local hot spots; this tour has everything on the menu!
  8. Vegetarian Alternative

    Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know!
  9. Special Diet or Allergies?

    If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They’ll make sure to take that into consideration so you can have an enjoyable and safe experience
  10. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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s2cqybj9p9
(About local )
30 January 2025
Sonja was fantastic! She really showed the PDC area well. We had 7 of us, one of which was in a wheelchair. She was so accommodating, kind and knowledgeable! The food was delicious and there were items we would never have found of our own! She has excellent response times. Highly RECOMMEND!A Must Do!
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John🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 January 2025
Highly recommend...Sonja was engaging, friendly and very communicative. She accomodated our schedule, preferences and ensured we tasted all Yucatex Mayan flavors as hoped! We'd hope to do other tours with Sonja if possible, she is excellent.Fabulous Food with Sonja
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Pacey🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
1 August 2024
We had a fabulous food tour with Sonja today. We had plenty of options and variety offered to accommodate our tastes. Whilst we were a little cautious on the hot sauces due to recent illness we certainly tried new foods we have not had since being in Mexico. The cooling drinks, chocolate, tortas, costras and churros filled our tummies! Plenty of recommendations for our next visit also provided. Sonja was a great guide who was interesting, friendly, shaped the tour around our preferences and showed us some great shopping spots. We would definitely recommended her food tour! Great Tour - A must do!
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Lisa🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 May 2024
We had a fabulous tour with Sonja the day we arrived for our vacation. She customized the tour for us and gave us so much information and many tips that were helpful for our trip. And, everything we tasted was great! Playa del Carmen Food Tour
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Annemarie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 March 2024
The private and personal food tour with Sonja was the perfect kick off to our visit to PDC. She thoughtfully tailored the tastings with a little mix of everything local and all was delicious. We had the most wondeful dinner the next evening at one of her recommendations and had a quick meal two days later at one of the food stops. We hope to have Sonja as our guide again soon for other local cultural experiences.10 tastings and an intro to PDC...
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Nicole🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
5 February 2025
Sonja was great! She was super knowledgeable, lovely and really took the time to curate a perfect round trip. A must-do experience when in Playa del Carmen! Amazing experience!
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Jason🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
5 April 2024
Sonja was incredibly knowledgeable about the Mayan Ruins and area. We had an amazing time visiting Ek Balam, lunch in Valladolid and swimming in a cenote. We talked about Mexico and what it’s like to live there the entire time. My kids had an unforgettable day. I can’t possibly recommend Sonja enough; it was a magical experience.The Best Day of our Vacation
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sallymathew
(About local )
1 April 2024
I had not heard of With Locals before searching for tours for our recent Mexico trip. I took a chance and it was well worth it. Sonja made communication easy and was flexible. We had a laid back tour at our pace of Playa del Carmen, which was a perfect start to our vacation. We woke at 2:30 am to make our early flight to Cancun that day, so a laid back tour at an easy pace was perfect. She showed us all the hidden gems and took fabulous photos of our family. She also helped me get transportation added to our Xoximilco booking which was not only a relief, it made that excursion so hassle free. I would have spent a lot of time dealing with that on my own. In fact I only mentioned that I needed transportation added and she thought of taking me to the Xcaret booth and getting it handled for me. I definitely recommend Sonja and with locals and wish I would have known that Sonja is an official guide for the ruins. I had already booked our Tulum tour. We each selected three favorite things of our week in Mexico and my husband said this tour with Sonja. He felt like she showed us all the special spots and it was well worth it. We did a lot during our week stay- so this is a very high compliment. Thanks again Sonja (and little Valentino), you made our trip extra special. Loved our tour with Sonja
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Gary
(About local )
14 December 2023
Our group of four absolutely loved this experience the museum is a great place full of pieces of art and our guide Evgenii made it even more memorable with his knowledge and insights! Thanks! Absolutely recommend!Great museum tour!
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Jon 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
5 December 2023
We had an incredible time exploring Playa del Carmen with two fantastic tours! The food tasting tour was a feast for the senses, with a diverse array of delicious local dishes that left me craving more. The Frida Kahlo museum tour was a captivating journey through the life and art of this iconic artist, providing a profound and enriching cultural experience. Both tours exceeded our expectations, making my visit to Playa del Carmen truly unforgettable! What truly elevated our experience was the exceptional personality and professionalism of our local guide Evgenii. His passion for the cuisine during the food tour and his insightful commentary at the Frida Kahlo museum made the tours not only informative but also genuinely enjoyable. His knowledge and enthusiasm added a personal touch that turned the outings into memorable adventures. Kudos to an outstanding guide who made Playa del Carmen come alive!Playa del Carmen
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Michael 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 December 2023
We had an incredible experience on the walking tour in Playa del Carmen! The guide was knowledgeable and engaging, offering fascinating insights into the local culture and history. The route showcased the city's hidden gems, creating lasting memories. We are truly grateful for this enriching adventure – highly recommended!

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