Authentic Food & Culture Tours: Mercado Benito Juarez

Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and intoxicating aromas of the Benito Juarez Market (Mercado Benito Juarez) in Oaxaca. As a premier destination for foodies and culture seekers, this bustling market offers an authentic taste of Mexico through traditional culinary tours, artisanal crafts, and rich cultural heritage. Discover hidden gems, sample delicious local delicacies, and explore Oaxaca's legendary flavors with expert-led walking tours. Whether you are hunting for authentic spices or seeking an unforgettable gastronomic adventure, our curated experiences bring the heart of Oaxaca directly to you. Book your sensory journey today!

4.94/5 avg ratingTours from $2812 instant booking options75% free cancellation

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Rating

Rating

4.94★ average

Based on 316 pooled reviews with ~93% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$53–$100 typical

Median price is $57, with a range of $28–$290

Tour Type

Tour Type

100% Walking Tours

All options focus on cultural themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

2.5–4 hours typical

Median duration is 3 hours

Booking Info

Booking Info

Instant confirmation

75% of options offer free cancellation

Tour Format

Tour Format

50% Private tours

92% of options include a guide

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Oaxaca Food Tour with 10+ Dishes of Authentic Mexican Flavors
3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$77
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Oaxaca Food Tour with 10+ Dishes of Authentic Mexican Flavors
Summary

Journey through all facets of Mexican cuisine, from traditional "abuelita" recipes to three different Tlayudas and regional dishes freshly made in a local spot. You will experience the delicious taste of the famous Black and Red Moles, as well as a crispy Fried Chile Relleno. Our tour visits two loc...

Inclusions
  • The one and only Oaxacan quesillo cheese
  • Fried Chile Relleno
  • Ancestral Tejate (Pre-Hispanic cocoa drink)
  • Variety of typical local foods from the historical center
  • Water
  • Oaxacan Black Mole and Mole Rojo Tasting
  • Our delicious Secret Dish
  • Oaxacan Traditional Earthy Olla coffee
  • Chapulines - Grasshoppers for the brave
  • Uniquely flavored Traditional Regional shaved ice
  • 3 Traditional Oaxacan dishes
Exclusions
  • Gratuites
  • Pick-up and Drop-off
Itinerary
  • Mercado 20 De Noviembre
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • Zocalo
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

First Day in Oaxaca – Guided Walking Tour
2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$21
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First Day in Oaxaca – Guided Walking Tour
Summary

Discover Oaxaca with your personal guide! Join a small-group walking tour that turns the city into a living story. We’ll wander the UNESCO! Listed historic center, taking in colonial facades, sun-dappled plazas and winding alleys while I share the stories behind each corner and point out the best ph...

Itinerary
  • Mercado 20 De Noviembre
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • Zocalo
  • Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
  • Museo de Filatelia de Oaxaca, A.C.
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Street Food and 3 Markets Tour, Meat or Veggie Options
$76
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Street Food and 3 Markets Tour, Meat or Veggie Options
Summary

Experience the true essence of traditional Oaxacan cuisine with our exclusive Street Food Tour, led by a local expert. This culinary adventure takes you to hidden gems & renowned spots to savor street food that tastes better than in restaurants. You’ll explore: - Two popular markets - A secret, off...

Inclusions
  • English, Spanish and French Speaking Guide
Itinerary
  • Oaxaca
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • Mercado 20 De Noviembre
  • Mercado Sanchez Pascuas
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Food & Markets Tour
2.5 hrsFree cancellation
$55
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Food & Markets Tour
Summary

Oaxacan food is nationally and internationally recognized. The markets of Oaxaca are the best option to taste the true traditional food! This tour will give you the best introduction to Oaxacan cuisine. You will be able to understand everything that happens in the markets and clarify your doubts whi...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
Itinerary
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • Mercado 20 De Noviembre
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Professional Tour Guide in Oaxaca 3 hours - Best Rated
$54
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Private Professional Tour Guide in Oaxaca 3 hours - Best Rated
Summary

Unlock the Secrets of Oaxaca with Your Personalized Private Tour Guide Explore the enchanting city of Oaxaca with a tailored, expert-led private tour, crafted specifically to your interests and desires. Our professional guides, passionate about sharing Oaxaca's rich cultural heritage, will ensure a...

Inclusions
  • Private Professional Tour Guide
  • Support via WhatsApp from the moment of the booking
  • 100% customisable
Exclusions
  • Not included: Food, drinks, transportation and entrances
Itinerary
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
  • Zocalo
  • Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
  • Andador de Macedonia Alcala
  • Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
  • Iglesia del Carmen Alto
  • Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Soledad
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • Mercado 20 De Noviembre
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Historic Oaxaca Old Town Tour with Mezcal Tasting
$399
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Private Historic Oaxaca Old Town Tour with Mezcal Tasting
Summary

Follow a private guide through Oaxaca’s historic Old Town, where cultural heritage comes alive at every corner. Begin at the preserved home of Benito Juárez and explore the roots of Mexico’s historic transformation. Continue to the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, showcasing impressive archi...

Inclusions
  • Guide Service
  • Entrance Fee to Museo de Sitio Casa Juárez
  • 2 types of mezcal tasting x 150 ml
  • Entrance Fee to MACO Museum
Itinerary
  • Museo Historico Casa de Juarez
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
  • La Casa de las Artesanias de Oaxaca
  • Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Oaxaca (MACO)
  • Zocalo
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • La Casa del Mezcal
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Oaxaca City tour - Santo Domingo museum & the colorful market
$50
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Oaxaca City tour - Santo Domingo museum & the colorful market
Summary

Walk around the main square where you will admire the beauty of the Santo Domingo temple that was part of a convent, now transformed into one of the best museums of colonial and pre-Colombian art, and where there are valuable objects from Monte Alban archeological site; continue along the tourist wa...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • Guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Professional driver
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
  • Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Tour Guide in Oaxaca 3 hours - Best Rated
3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
$54
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Private Tour Guide in Oaxaca 3 hours - Best Rated
Summary

What you see in the itinerary is just the tip of the iceberg of all the interesting things you will do and see with your private tour guide! Join us for a unique and unforgettable journey through the historic city of Oaxaca, tailored specifically to your interests and preferences. Our expert guide ...

Inclusions
  • Private Professional Tour Guide
  • Support via WhatsApp from the day of the booking
  • Pick up at the city center (on foot)
Exclusions
  • Food and Drinks consumed are chosen by you and paid separately on the spot
Itinerary
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
  • Zocalo
  • Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
  • Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Soledad
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Tour of the historic downtown markets of Oaxaca
4 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
$59
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Tour of the historic downtown markets of Oaxaca
Summary

Embark on an extraordinary culinary journey with our tour! With over a decade of passion and expertise, we offer more than just a chance to indulge your senses it's an invitation to be part of something truly remarkable. Explore the hidden treasures of Oaxacan cuisine as we navigate the vibrant mark...

Itinerary
  • Mercado 20 De Noviembre
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
  • Mercado de la Merced
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, No recomendado para personas con problemas de rodillas.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Amazing Monte Alban and City tour Private Tour
$200
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Amazing Monte Alban and City tour Private Tour
Summary

You learn something more about the ancient history of Huatulco, you are going to find between the vegetation, fauna and flora the Area Archaeological Copalita is considered to be the largest city in the Oaxaca Coast and of great relevance as is the only vestige in the whole Pacific Ocean and was the...

Inclusions
  • Certified guide of Zapoteco origin
Exclusions
  • Tips
  • Entrance fees to tourist attractions are not included in the tour price.
Itinerary
  • Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
  • Zocalo
  • Mercado Benito Juarez
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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