Puerto Morelos: Taco & Tequila Tour with City Walk & Pickup

Summary

Taco tasting, city strolls, and tequila by the sea in Puerto Morelos

You’ll walk Puerto Morelos with a local guide, taste shrimp and slow-roasted pork tacos straight from family kitchens, wander its lively flea market, cool off with handmade ice cream, then finish with tequila by the beach—all with easy hotel pickup from Cancun. Expect laughter, new flavors, and maybe a little sand in your shoes.

What’s the experience like?

I still laugh thinking about how I nearly dropped my first taco—shrimp, smoky and fresh—right onto my lap because I was too busy gawking at the faded fishing boats bobbing along the Puerto Morelos dock. Our guide, Rosa, just grinned and handed me a napkin. She said something about “Vitamin T” being essential here (tacos, obviously), and honestly, I get it now. The air smelled like lime and seaweed, with that hint of charcoal from some grill nearby. It’s not far from Cancun but feels like a different planet—slower somehow.

We wandered through the main square after that first round of tacos. There were kids darting around the Puerto Morelos sign while old men played dominos under a tree. Rosa pointed out her favorite ice cream spot tucked behind a souvenir stall—I went for coconut (she said it was made that morning) and my friend tried mamey, which I’d never even heard of. It melted fast in the heat but tasted like summer somehow. The flea market was just around the corner; lots of embroidered shirts and little carved turtles. I bought one for my niece even though she’s probably too old for souvenirs now.

The real surprise was the cochinita pibil taco stop—a tiny place Rosa swore by. The pork was tangy-sweet, wrapped in banana leaf, with this bright orange sauce I probably used too much of (no regrets). We ended up at a beachfront spot for one last fish taco and a tequila tasting—honestly, I’m not usually into tequila but this stuff was smooth enough to sip. The breeze off the Caribbean made everything taste sharper. I kept thinking how easy it is to forget time here; we had hotel pickup back to Cancun waiting but none of us really wanted to leave yet.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Puerto Morelos and local flavors

• Relax in Puerto Morelos town
• Free time at main square
• Visit Puerto Morelos Flea Market
• Enjoy artesanal ice cream

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included from Cancun?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off from Cancun are included.

Are vegetarian or chicken taco options available?

Yes, you can choose chicken or veggie tacos if you prefer.

How long does the tour last?

The experience is a half-day tour; travel time may vary depending on traffic.

Is this Puerto Morelos taco tour suitable for kids?

Yes, children can join and infants can ride in strollers or sit on laps.

Do I need to tell them about food allergies?

Please inform them of any food allergies in advance so they can accommodate you.

What’s included besides tacos?

You’ll get artisanal ice cream, a tequila tasting, city guided tour of Puerto Morelos, plus time at the flea market.

How far is Puerto Morelos from Cancun?

Puerto Morelos is not far from Cancun; exact travel time depends on traffic conditions.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Cancun, guided walks through Puerto Morelos’ main square and flea market, shrimp or smoked meat tacos (plus chicken or veggie options), cochinita pibil pork tacos marinated in local spices, handmade artisanal ice cream with several natural flavors to choose from, and finishes with an artisanal tequila tasting by the beach before heading back home.