“Gastronomic tour Mexico December 2024”
Very nice gastronomic tour organized by the polyglot guide Jacinto. Enjoyed it!
Melinda T.
Discover Mexico City with a local (Customizable tour)
“Wonderful two tours with Oskar!”
My husband and I and a close friend booked two tours with Oskar during our trip to CDMX. He showed us the famous murals in the Centro one day and designed a customized day for us a second day, during which we visited Casa Pedegro and Tlapan. Both days were spectacular! Oskar is extremely knowledgeable about Mexican history and art and shared what he knew with us enthusiastically. He was a pleasure to spend time with, too. He is kind, courteous, and funny. He’s a gem! We look forward to seeing him again on our next trip to CDMX.
Oskar enrique M.
(27 reviews)Hi Melinda! Thank you so much for your review. I really appreciate it and thank you for your kindness and for recommending me to your friends. I really enjoyed spending time with you those two days. You were very thoughtful and I hope to see you again someday! Have a great end of the year! All the best Oskar
Nancy K.
National Museum of Anthropology: Highlights Tour
“Great tour!”
Jazmin is delightful and can engagingly convey a wealth of knowledge. She makes what could be an overwhelming experience manageable and digestible. Hire her! You'll have a very pleasant experience.
Jazmín C.
(6 reviews)Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found it manageable and engaging. It’s always my goal to make every tour both informative and enjoyable. I truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to guide you again in the future!
Mexico is as majestic as it gets. With a local private tour guide taking you beyond the surface, you'll discover this multi-cultural tapestry at your pace.
Uncover what life is like behind the scenes of Mexico’s main attractions. The country whose breathtaking scenery and vivid stories inspired directors like Maria Novaro and Alejandro González Iñárritu can be the catalyst for everlasting memories with loved ones, facilitated by an accessible, locally based private guide with a pool of knowledge.
Beyond the capital and well-known beach towns, Mexico’s turquoise lagoons at Bacalar and the pyramids of Uxmal are a feast for the eyes, in the same way a soupy birria taco is a feast for your stomach. Spend time making memories, not just plans, with help from a local who knows the country intimately.
Here are some quick tips and tricks to keep in mind;
All About Agua: Don’t drink tap water. We can’t say this enough. It would be terrible if your dream vacation were to be cut short by some stomach bug (a.k.a Montezuma’s revenge) contracted from unpurified water. Also, unless you’re in Cancun or certain parts of Mexico City, stay away from the ice just to be safe.
Toilet Trivia: It sounds unfamiliar, but in Mexico, you should never flush toilet paper. Plenty of signs will remind you along the way, but it’s good to prepare yourself before you land. There is usually a bin next to the toilet for tissue disposal.
Travel Overload: Don’t try to explore the entire country in one trip. It’s a recipe for stress and rushed touring. Instead, break your Mexico trip into bite-size pieces. Enjoying Cancun, Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Oaxaca on their own creates a more detailed, intimate experience.
Peso Power: Converting dollars to pesos while interacting with a service person eats up valuable sightseeing time. To avoid calculations and the elusive hunt for change, convert your dollars into pesos at an official ATM (preferably within a reputable financial institution). You can also do this at the airport.
Customs in Mexico are similar to other international customs processes. A typical customs process looks like this;
Airport: Fill out the FMM form online as physical copies are no longer given out by commercial airlines. You will also fill out a customs form. Be sure to disclose anything on the Mexico customs disclosure list. Once you fill out your customs form, you’ll go through immigration and present the documentation asked for. Once immigration is over, and your passport is stamped, pick up your bags and you’re good to go.
Border (U.S./Mexico): Present your passport to border inspection, and have your FMM filled out online beforehand. Disclose any items of interest within your vehicle and comply with border agent questions about duration of stay and so on, with hotel accommodation bookings on hand, just in case. Most importantly, be sure you have proof of valid car registration (if you’re driving in).
Mexico’s culinary heritage is a gift your taste buds can’t receive if you’re unsure about food safety. When traveling through the country, here's how you can stay food safe;
Starting with small portions. It’s tempting to go all in with Mexico’s street food, but if you're new to the country, give your stomach a day to adjust to the new flavors and textures. Small samples and portions will work best.
Drinking bottled, boiled, or purified water. Mexico’s tap water is NOT safe to drink as even locals rarely drink it. In Mexico City, avoid the ice as well. Juices and Agua fresca are okay, as vendors use purified water.
Bringing medication. Before traveling, talk to your doctor about recommended tablets or syrups to help prevent Montezuma’s revenge.
Avoid peeled fruits, usually sold by street vendors (in bags, small bowls, or sticks). Unpeeled fruits like mangoes, apples, melons, and oranges are fine.
All foreign visitors to Mexico will need the following travel documentation;
A passport that will remain valid for the period you will be staying in Mexico.
The Multiple Migratory Form(FMM), also known as the tourist card. This form needs to be filled out online.
Tourists may be required to present return tickets and hotel reservations to separate them from business travelers.
Additional Information: Mexico Tourism Statistics 2023.
Though Mexico is one of the top ten most visited countries in the world, there are some places you should AVOID. This quick guide will help your planning efforts.
Go Here (Yucatan Peninsula, Quintana Roo, Yucatan State, Capital City, Oaxaca, Campeche)
Cancun
Tulum
Playa Del Carmen
Cozumel
Merida
Mexico City (Neighborhoods to avoid: Itzapalapa, Ciudad Neza, Tepito & Doctores)
Oaxaca (Avoid these areas: Juchitan de Zaragoza, Salina Cruz, and San Blas Atempa.)
Not Here (States & Regions)
Michoacan
Sinaloa
Ixtapa
Colima
Zacatecas
Baja California- proceed with caution.
Disclaimer: Most tourist sites are within Mexico’s safe regions, so you don’t have to worry too much. Mexico is not the wild west of crime that it’s often portrayed to be. Stick to the same safety measures you’d use anywhere else, and you will be fine. If you’re still feeling cautious, hiring a local private guide can help ease any worry.
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