Where to Go: the 3 Best Museum Visits in Mexico

1.Mexico City: Tequila and Mezcal Museum Tour with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 301 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $40Our pick

At the Museo del Tequila y el Mezcal in Plaza Garibaldi, a bilingual guide such as Ricardo, Maria, or Victor explains agave, production, and Mexican drinking culture. You tour the exhibits, taste one blanco, one reposado, and two mezcals, then browse the shop and restaurant.

“Ricardo was extremely knowledgeable. As a novice tequila drinker from the United States, I found it fascinating to learn about the traditions of tequila, how it originated, and how it has evolved over time. Ricardo walked us through every step of the process — from the history and families who first created tequila, to the marketing and branching out of some of the most famous producers. The tasting itself was an incredible experience. Sampling different tequilas back-to-back was eye-opening, as it allowed us to truly notice the differences in quality, flavor profiles, and styles. Ricardo was very attentive, patient, and thorough in answering all of our questions. Overall, this was…”

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2.Guided Tour to the Tequila and Mezcal Museum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Tequila and Mezcal Museum in Plaza Garibaldi for a compact museum tour, a walk around the square, and a guided tasting of two tequilas, two mezcals, and one cocktail. Guides have included Tiare, Andy, Daniel, Isaac, and sommelier Riccardo.

“Our tour guide, Isaac, was outstanding! Thank you Isaac for giving us such fun experience and a wonderful tour!”

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3.Mexico City: Tequila and Mezcal Museum Ticket with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Spend two hours at Mexico City’s Tequila and Mezcal Museum in Garibaldi, learning how agave spirits are made and tasting them with a guide. Recent sessions were led by Cinthya and Daniel. Choose the Mayahuel option for a guided walk through Garibaldi’s music and traditions.

“Siamo state accompagnate dalla gentilissima Cinthya che ha reso l'esperienza davvero indimenticabile essendo stata molto preparata e disponibile.”

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