Mexico City · TEQUILA TOURS FROM MEXICO CITY
The good tequila tours from mexico city fill up first and the best of them fill up weeks out. Below are the 15 to book early, with what each includes and how they differ.
At the Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal, a bilingual guide leads a small group of up to five through the exhibits and the stories of Plaza Garibaldi and mariachi culture. You’ll taste one blanco tequila, one reposado, and two mezcales, with pointers on how to appreciate them and read labels.
“Loved it, have a much better understanding of tequila and mezcal after that tour!”
Cruise Xochimilco’s canals for two hours aboard a colorful trajinera, sampling tequila, mezcal, pulque, and beer while guides lead games and karaoke. Hosts have included Alan, Odette, Camila, and Irlanda, though assignments vary. Food is included, and floating vendors may offer more snacks along the way. Expect a lively drinking party, not a quiet history tour.
“It’s a great tour and Alan is so great!! Such a good experience!”
This six-hour tour pairs a short Malecón walk and a stop at the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe with mountain visits to a tequila distillery and a local coffee producer. You get hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and a bilingual guide. Guides have included Eric, June, Jorge, and Chilo. Lunch is optional, and some routes include local artisan shops.
“Our guide Oscar was very knowledgeable and amiable just a great guide overall, knew what he was talking about and had answers to all our questions”
Set out from Canal de Nativitas for a two-hour trajinera ride with tequila, mezcal, cocktails, games, music, and a stop at Meztli.X for pulque, edible insects, and a Mexican dish. Hosts such as Paulina, Odette, Emilio, and Camila have helped make the trip social and fun. Expect a party on the water, not a quiet nature cruise.
“The experience was great. We had so much fun. Our tour guides were Odette and Emeralda. They were so fun and made sure that our entire group interacted. I would definitely recommend this experience while traveling.”
Travel from Reforma to Teotihuacan for a guided walk from the Pyramid of the Moon along the Avenue of the Dead to the Pyramid of the Sun and Temple of Quetzalcoatl. The six-hour tour includes a 35-minute stop at a local artisan cooperative, where tequila, mezcal, and pulque are offered. Guides named in feedback include Yair, George, and Emmanuel.
“Yair , the tour guide was great and driver was on time. We unfortunately didnt do any tequila nor mezcal tasting. If you decide to go to the restaurant be aware most items are 400 mexican pesos and above”
Start near Hostal Amigo with a guide who introduces lucha libre’s masks, legends, and place in Mexican culture. Walk through the historic center, with optional cantina and taquería stops, then head to Arena México or Arena Coliseo for a live show. Tequila, mezcal, pulque, tacos, and a souvenir mask depend on the ticket option you choose.
“Something we value most when booking a tour is the time, which is why we recommend Amigo Tours. They were punctual and each activity ran at a pleasant pace. The tour is designed for you to enjoy without feeling rushed. There's enough time to explore each location, but also to relax and enjoy everything you see. The duration is perfect: neither too short nor endless; we enjoyed every moment! ✨”
Meet at Taqueria Mendoza for tacos and a choice of mezcal or beer, then head to Arena México for Lucha Libre. Guides such as Ivan and Nancy help explain the wrestling traditions and organize the group’s entry, but do not accompany you inside the arena. Expect a social evening, a potentially large group, and seats that may be high up.
“We had a great time! The tacos/mezcal/tequila portion was excellent and delicious and Lucha Libre was an exciting, unique experience, Ivan, Arturo, Bruce, and Nancy made the night so fun and we had the best time. We even got hats and masks to take home with us! Highly recommend!”
This two-hour boat trip takes you straight to Xochimilco’s original Island of the Dolls, with a guide and a chance to hear the story from a relative of its creator. Guides Alan and Alejandro have led trips, sharing local history along the canals. Tequila and mezcal tastings are included. It is a focused, quieter alternative to Xochimilco’s party boats.
“This was an overall fun social experience full of interesting history. I highly recommend this tour, it’s unique and full of entertainment. Our guide Alan elevated the experience with his knowledge of the area. I highly recommend this tour, a 10 out of 10 experience.”
Spend about 90 minutes at MUTEM, the Tequila and Mezcal Museum in Plaza Garibaldi. An English-speaking guide introduces the spirits, their production and cultural place in Mexico, then leads a brief tasting. Guides named in recent experiences include Isaac, Alex, Tiare and Leonor. Museum access and tasting are included; snacks and restaurant purchases are extra.
“Yann was terrific! Extremely knowledgeable and explained the history and differences of tequila and mezcal. Lots of interesting facts about both spirits and we had 5-6 tastings at the conclusion.”
See Teotihuacan’s great pyramids, the excavated Mexica ceremonial center at Tlatelolco and the Basilica of Guadalupe in one full-day trip from Mexico City. An air-conditioned vehicle, certified guide, Teotihuacan admission and tequila tasting are included. Pickup begins at 8:30 am, but confirm your meeting point and tour language with the operator the day before.
“On-time and very knowledgeable. We’ll do it again. Take it with confidence. Price is also very competitive.”
At Sorondo Bistro in Benito Juárez, an English-speaking mixologist guides you through tequila and mezcal basics, cocktail tools and three original drinks. Expect a welcome drink, two Mexican appetizers and a sweet snack in one of the bistro’s themed rooms. Hosts have included Mauricio, Gerardo and Coco.
“Mauricio gave us a great introduction to the differences between tequila and mezcal, and taught us some great out of the box cocktail recipes that we can (and will) make again at home! He was also so easy to talk to and joke around with! Highly recommend this experience.”
Meet your guide at the Museum of Tequila and Mezcal near Garibaldi Square for a guided look at agave spirits, from pulque to tequila and mezcal. The visit pairs a compact museum exhibit with two tequila tastings, two mezcal tastings, and a welcome cocktail. Guides have included Tiare, Daniel, Andy, Isaac, and Riccardo.
“Our tour guide, Isaac, was outstanding! Thank you Isaac for giving us such fun experience and a wonderful tour!”
In Condesa, a bartender and Mexican-spirit expert guides you through a tequila flight, basic spirit styles and the tools for mixing two tequila cocktails. The class lasts about 1 hour 35 minutes and takes place in a speakeasy-style bar. One participant named instructor Jimena, but the host may vary.
“This cocktail class was amazing. Jimena lead our cocktail class and she was the best (sorry the name might be spelt wrong). She was very knowledgeable and very accommodating. I said I didn’t like the ingredients in the second cocktail so she created one that I could make with different ingredients and it was amazing. She has competed in cocktail competitions and has ranked very high in them so you know she knows her stuff. The drinks we made were simple enough to learn but tasted amazing. It’s well worth staying to have a few more cocktails at the bar after as the cocktail list was out of this world.”
Meet a local English- or Spanish-speaking guide at Isabel La Católica 61a for tequila and mezcal, stories about lucha libre masks and legends, and a walk past themed shops and murals. Try pulque or tacos at your own cost, then head to Arena México or Arena Coliseo for a live match. A mask and arena ticket are included.
“The tequila tasting was a great start to the evening.”
At the Tequila and Mezcal Museum in Garibaldi, a cultural ambassador leads a two-hour tour of the permanent exhibits and an expert-guided tasting. Learn about agave spirits, their origins, and distillation, then compare their flavors. Guides Cinthya and Daniel have led recent tours, though your guide may differ. A Mayahuel option adds a guided walk around Garibaldi.
“Siamo state accompagnate dalla gentilissima Cinthya che ha reso l'esperienza davvero indimenticabile essendo stata molto preparata e disponibile.”
Pick a pyramid, a canal or a taco stand.
