Authentic Tucson Food Tour with 6 Dishes of Southwestern Flavors
Overview
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4 hours
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Join Secret Food Tours on a food tour through downtown Tucson. You'll dine in a number of locally owned restaurants, trying some of their signature dishes.
Learn the story of a city that started with open spaces and rich agriculture and became an eclectic part of the southwestern United States. At the end of your Downtown Tucson food tour, you'll have sampled some of this city’s most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of its culture and history.
Your Tucson food tour starts here as you imagine everything you’ll see and all the delicious dishes you’ll try. All the food will be served with water.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
* Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
* Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
* This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your guide will meet you inside The Mercado, next to La Estrella. A modern adaption of old world architecture within an expanding downtown, you can find everything from clothes to tacos.
Situated within Viente de Agosto Park sits a statue of a beloved and controversial General Villa. You will learn why this particular piece was gifted by the Mexican government and what role Pancho played in Tucsons rich history.
What‘s Included
Special Elote Pizza
Water
Hand-Crafted Tea
Sonoran Hot Dog – Tucson’s most iconic bite
Homemade Tamales
Our Delicious Secret Dish!
Cochinita (Mexican Pastry)
Transportation
Gratuities
Options
Private Tucson Food Tour
Private Tour Upgrade: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Tucson for only you and your group
Tucson Small Group Food Tour
Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Tucson in a group of 12 people or less!
Reviews
307 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide and delicious food.
ContrastQueen,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour in Tucson with Sandra. She has a wealth of knowledge about Tucson history and great restaurants and shops. We sampled a variety of local foods. Everything was delicious. The Sonoran hot dog, the burger and fries at Hub were the stand outs of the tour. Highly recommend Secret Food tours and Sandra!
Terrific blend of good food, drink and culture!
mellent2020,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve's organization skills are perfect for his role. He respected the time and group energy and capacity to walk in heat. He mixed food and drink sampling to keep us interested and hydrated. Steve talked about the dishes and locations as well as relevant history and culture. We appreciated the ride on the tram to shorten the walking distance in the heat. All six dishes - food and drink - were great. The Sonora hotdog was amazing, the burger was outstanding, the tea shop had a lovely variety of refreshing tea blends. Finishing with ice cream was perfect. Don't have a heavy breakfast before this tour or you might not be able to sample everything.
Sandra
Footprints346475,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sandra was great! We really enjoyed her and the tour! Just ate too much.
Steve was very knowledgeable and fun person to lead our tour.
Elli F,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lots of fun history and great food. We definitely got our money’s worth. Highly recommend!
Traditional food with a local guide
78ew,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ellie was the best! Full of energy and knowledge about Tucson’s food history and food scene. She had many great recommendations about other places to eat besides the places that we visited. She is from Tucson and shares many bits of information about the city while walking to the different restaurants. We went to places deeply rooted in Tucson trying local favorites. Our portions were larger than most food tours. There’s also a drink option but this wasn’t offered on Tripadvisor when I booked. I suggest calling the company if you want to add that. You get two drinks I don’t know how much it costs.
Super fun day exploring what foodies love about Ticson!
L552LUmargaretr,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ellie was a fantastic guide on our Sweet Food Tours in Tucson! Great food, art, and history! She can't be beat!
Just do it
travelagent37,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve, our guide, not only took us to some great tastings, he also gave us info about Tucson and many other restaurants to visit while in town. Great afternoon!
Tuscon Tasty
T8808IGrandym,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Steve is an amazing guide thru the history, culture and local cuisine.
Food, art, local history and fun!
Elzabelza,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I'm so glad we took the Secret Food Tour of Tucson with Steve as our tour guide. Since we only had a few days, we never would have had the chance to experience all the different places that we visited on the tour, and we got the 'lay of the land'. The food was outstanding and just the right amount. Steve even took us on the free streetcar that we knew nothing about. Steve is knowledgeable, very friendly and entertaining. I highly recommend this tour!!!
Too many changes
Dianne W,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00First: great tour guide; however too many changes from stated plan to actual plan Impacted parking, chosen foods, timing, etc
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