Think a cold beer can't tell a story? Think again. On this walking tour, we dive into Mérida’s cantina culture—where drinks refresh, bites surprise, and strangers become friends. From iconic neighborhood bars to a modern twist on the classic cantina, you’ll visit five unique spots, each with its own flavor, energy, and charm. Between mezcals, botanas, and conversations with locals, you’ll uncover the soul of Yucatán’s most social (and delicious) tradition: the joy of drinking, sharing, and slowing down to savor life.
• Guided visit to 6 cantinas (5 traditional + 1 modern) • 6 drinks (beer, mezcal, tequila or cocktails) • Local botana tasting (weekly menu, Valladolid longaniza, Yucatecan ...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Alcoholic drinks
All activities
Food Tasting
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Calle 54 407
Between 43 and 41, please wait for your local guide to start the tour.
Return
El Lagarto de Oro
Important Information
•
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
•
Service animals allowed
•
Public transportation options are available nearby
•
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•
Children must be accompanied by an adult
•
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
•
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
•
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
•
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
•
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
•
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
•
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Items | Mérida Cantinas Tour: Bites, Booze and Vibes
Itinerary
1
Corredor Gastronómico de Mérida
Walk down Calle 47 and discover Mérida’s culinary hotspot. This lively corridor is filled with traditional eateries, modern restaurants, and creative bars, perfect to savor authentic Yucatecan food and drinks.
30 minutes
2
La Mejorada Open Studio
Explore one of Mérida’s most beautiful historic neighborhoods, home to colorful colonial facades, quiet plazas, and the iconic La Mejorada church. A peaceful stop full of history and charm.
45 minutes
3
El Museo de la Cancion Yucateca
Discover the history of Yucatecan music in this unique museum dedicated to local composers and traditional songs. A cultural gem that connects you with the region’s artistic soul.
Think a cold beer can't tell a story? Think again. On this walking tour, we dive into Mérida’s cantina culture—where drinks refresh, bites surprise, and strangers become friends. From iconic neighborhood bars to a modern twist on the classic cantina, you’ll visit five unique spots, each with its own flavor, energy, and charm. Between mezcals, botanas, and conversations with locals, you’ll uncover the soul of Yucatán’s most social (and delicious) tradition: the joy of drinking, sharing, and slowing down to savor life.
• Guided visit to 6 cantinas (5 traditional + 1 modern) • 6 drinks (beer, mezcal, tequila or cocktails) • Local botana tasting (weekly menu, Valladolid longaniza, Yucatecan ...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Alcoholic drinks
All activities
Food Tasting
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Calle 54 407
Between 43 and 41, please wait for your local guide to start the tour.