Cantina Tour: Mérida's Vibrant Bar Culture

Explore Mérida’s vibrant cantina culture with drinks, bites, and local stories. Discover hidden gems and savor Yucatán’s social traditions.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Corredor Gastronómico de Mérida - Stroll along Calle 47 to uncover Mérida’s culinary gem. This vibrant corridor is brimming with traditional eateries, contemporary restaurants, and innovative bars, ideal for enjoying authentic Yucatecan cuisine and beverages.
  • La Mejorada Open Studio - Visit one of Mérida’s most picturesque historic districts,…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • All activities
  • Food Tasting
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Believe it or not, a cold beer can indeed tell a story. Join this walking tour to explore Mérida’s vibrant cantina culture, where refreshing drinks, delightful bites, and new friendships await. Journey through iconic neighborhood bars and experience a modern take on the classic cantina, visiting five distinct venues, each offering its own unique flavor,…

Location
Calle 54 407
Calle 54
Between 43 and 41, please wait for your local guide to start the tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Franeselak
May 22, 2026
Cantina classics - Jorge was an excellent guide ! A great tour of proper local joints .
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Keniamelissaj
May 15, 2026
Excellent Chelera experience. - A very cool experience touring the most iconic bars in Mérida. Our guide Jorge explained part of the history of the places we visited and the historic center. I recommend that you experience this. As a suggestion, come hungry, as each place offers snacks with your drinks. Thank you very much, Jorge, for your attentions.
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Debrasz8103kk
Apr 13, 2026
Must do! - Recommend! Jorge was amazing! As a solo female, I felt comfortable and safe. Jorge was very knowledgeable about the history of the cantinas we visited and Merida in general. We even saw Parque La Plancha. I felt like a local…break from the usual tourist stops. The service was great and I was able to sample authentic foods and drinks. You will leave happy and full. My tip…book early in your trip so you can return to your favorites.
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577annas
Mar 29, 2026
Great local experience! - George and the group was really great! He understands when to inject really special information about Merida in the middle of the drinks and great local food. Really felt like a local! Would recommend this to anyone solo or with a group as a fun way to get to know the local part of Merida
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Jonbonjazzy
Mar 8, 2026
One for the bar flies - Jorge was a great guide and this tour gets you to places you otherwise wouldn't go as a tourist. My experience of Mexican food tours is that they are light on booze and heavy on corn-based drinks but this one leaves you really well fed and watered. Probably really fun to do as a group of mates. Also Judge Rinder has done this tour. So...
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Jonbonjazzy
Mar 8, 2026
One for the bar flys - Jorge was a great guide and the tour was brilliant for taking you to places you probably wouldn't go as a tourist. My experience of food tours in Mexico is that they are a bit light on booze and heavy on corn-based drinks but this tour leaves you well fed and watered. Probably a really good thing to do as a group of mates
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S2379lqpatriceg
Mar 7, 2026
A most perfect & enjoyable time was held by all! - We cannot say enough about this event! If you do just 1 tour in Mérida, this should be it! So fun being on the ‘inside’ of the coolest cantinas where the locals go. The food & drinks, all included, were fascinating & phenomenal. Jorge is a wealth of historic information about the city, the neighbourhoods and Mexico. Lots of walking, lots of tasting and more drinking than you can finish. An excellent experience, not to be missed! Highly recommend!!
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Thomas
Mar 5, 2026
Definitely do this tour when in Merida - Great experience - in particular jorge
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Resort656969
Mar 2, 2026
Food and History Tour - Jorge was great! We went to 8 different locations. I learned about the history of Merida as well as visiting local restaurants, cantinas, and popular markets. Jorge was very educational. He speaks great English and was very accommodating for my service dog. The tour is 41/2 hours and worth it!
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Sightsee00260578298
Mar 1, 2026
We loved the Cantina Tour - Jorge was fantastic, he told us so much history about the city and the cantina's we visited. The drinks were amazing and we loved trying so many different types of food. There was so much food, we couldn't eat it all! Would highly recommend!
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From $95
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).