MEXICO · CHOCOLATE TOURS

The 15 Best Cacao and Chocolate Tours in Mexico

23 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Mexico drank chocolate for centuries before Europe sweetened it, and the stone metate is still how it is ground. These 15 run from Oaxaca kitchens to Yucatán estates, priced and timed.

Finca 18 Puerto Vallarta Tequila Tour + Chocolate Pairing - Why the chocolate pairing earns its place
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Finca 18 Puerto Vallarta Tequila Tour + Chocolate Pairing

1.Finca 18 Puerto Vallarta Tequila Tour + Chocolate Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89Our pick

At Finca 18, guides such as Mario, Emily, Alex, Greg, and Javier lead you through a 12-acre family ranch, agave fields, and a small distillery. Expect a welcome cocktail, five-plus agave spirit pours, ranch snacks, and an optional chocolate pairing. Transportation is not clearly included, so plan your route.

“Yes I will say the information of how the make the tequila was interesting. But that was about it. I know opinions come & go. Mine personally is, don’t waste your time or money on this tasting. Not worth it. The day before we did an Unexpected Tequila tasting with a city tour that was way beyond better than this. There I brought 3 bottles, at this tasting we bought none.”

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Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in Puerto Vallarta - From cacao plant to chocolate bar
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Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in Puerto Vallarta

2.Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

At ChocoMuseo Puerto Vallarta, an English-speaking guide leads you through cacao’s journey from bean to chocolate. Roast beans, make cacao tea and hot chocolate, taste historic preparations, then create custom chocolate bars with your choice of toppings. The two-hour class suits adults and children age five and up.

“Fun and informative! Rod was an excellent teacher, and we all really appreciated his enthusiasm and expertise.”

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Chocolate Tour in Vallarta - A cacao drink with Mesoamerican roots
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Chocolate Tour in Vallarta

3.Chocolate Tour in Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

At Planeta Cacao in rural Tondoroque, learn how cacao grows, open a fresh pod, roast and grind the seeds, then make chocolate with sugar, cinnamon, and toppings. Guides including Adrián, Rosa, Lia, Aldo, and Millie lead private English-language visits lasting about 90 minutes to two hours.

“We learned all about the history of growing Cocao and making chocolate. Our guide, Rosa, was very kind and knowledgeable! We cooked and ground our own chocolate and then made delicious truffles. We also sampled traditional Cocao beverages with cookies. A wonderful adventure!!!”

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Chocolate & Margarita Workshop - The chocolate margarita finale
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Chocolate & Margarita Workshop

4.Chocolate & Margarita Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $45

At The Mayan Cacao Company in Cozumel, you’ll visit a traditional Mayan house, learn how cacao was used as currency, make a chocolate bar with traditional tools, and blend a chocolate margarita. Guides such as Angel, Roberto, Paty, and Eduardo lead the English-language workshop.

“A fun experience making a very chocalate-laden Margarita -- Angel, the guide, was cordial, informative, and with a great sense of humor.”

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Chocolate and truffles workshop - What happens before you make the first truffle
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Chocolate and truffles workshop

5.Chocolate and truffles workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

At ChocoMuseo Puerto Vallarta, an English-speaking guide such as Rodrigo, Rod, or Zoar leads you through Mexican cacao, ganache, molded bonbons, and truffles. You make and take home your chocolates, then receive 10% off at the factory outlet. The small class has a maximum of eight people.

“What a great experience! We got a taxi driver (never take a taxi, they're corrupt, always take an Uber!) Driver drove us to wards downtown, stopped, and told us the meeting location was "just around the corner. " he was lying! We walked and walked, and our experience was supposed to start. They called us to be sure we were coming- we told them we were lost, but couldn't find street signs to let them know where we were. They called us about 5 minutes later to check in, and were very concerned. They said they would wait for us. The next call from them, i had to tell them…”

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San Jose del Cabo Art Walk, Beer Tasting &Chocolate Demonstration - From bean to bar at the Chocola-T factory
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San Jose del Cabo Art Walk, Beer Tasting &Chocolate Demonstration

6.San Jose del Cabo Art Walk, Beer Tasting &Chocolate Demonstration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend four hours in San José del Cabo with hotel pickup, a history stop at Plaza Mijares, three Baja beer samples with pizza, Mexican chocolate tasting, a pearl demonstration, and guided visits to local galleries. Guides such as Benito, Ismael, Javier, and Giovanni Dominguez have been praised for friendly service.

“Transporation to and from hotel is provided. Matter of fact this was THE most important part as we recieved a history lesson on Cabo and the surrounding areas prior to our destination. Our driver, Giovanni Dominguez was outstanding in this matter! Cool, calm and very friendly demeanor, Gio made everyone feel at ease about the schedule of the tour. He guidance, tho with ease, invoked peace, wonder and a feeling af safety for our first time travelers encouraging to wonder about the art walk. By the end of our tour, our group had become a small family. The lovely people at the art gallery provided homemade jewelry, food and art…”

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Artisanal Mezcal and Fine Chocolate Tasting - Citrus, cacao, peanuts, and grasshoppers
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Artisanal Mezcal and Fine Chocolate Tasting

7.Artisanal Mezcal and Fine Chocolate Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Meet Shamira in Tulum’s La Veleta neighborhood for a two-hour tasting of five artisanal mezcals, award-winning Mexican chocolates, traditional snacks, and a seasonal cocktail. Learn how agave becomes mezcal, compare flavor profiles, and try unexpected pairings such as citrus, spicy peanuts, cacao, and grasshoppers.

“Super informative. Patio are was beautifully decorated and secure. After starting with a cocktail we tasted 5 or so different mezcals as the host shared the history of the plant and drink. Each tasting paired with a chocolate. Would recommend”

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Art walk & Cacao delight - Jalatlaco’s side streets and working studios
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Art walk & Cacao delight

8.Art walk & Cacao delight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Walk Oaxaca and Jalatlaco with guides such as Tony, Antonio, or Margaux, learning how murals connect to local politics and culture. Visit studios, make a woodblock print to take home, then finish at Chimalapa Cacao with three cacao drinks and an explanation of Oaxacan chocolate.

“Knowledgeable guide who shared Oaxaca's history and its influence on street art themes. You'll see murals that are not typically viewed by tourists who often do not stray far from the main attractions.”

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Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida - A practical Yucatecan lunch at Halach Huinic
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Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida

9.Tour to Uxmal Kabah and Chocolate Museum from Mérida

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $81

Spend about 10 hours visiting Uxmal and Kabah with a bilingual guide such as Saúl, Mauricio, Pedro, or Michelle. Add a three-course Yucatecan lunch and Choco Story, where you learn about Maya cacao, see rescued animals, and taste traditional chocolate.

“Good tour to see Uxmal and Kabah in one day. Both sites were beautiful and I highly recommend. The tour also included the Chocolate Museum at the end, which was Ok. I got to see spider monkeys, a leopard, and taste the Mayan hot chocolate at the museum. The tour guide did not seem very knowledgeable about the sites. He did walk us through the beginning of each, said very little about the architecture or history, and gave us time at the end to explore. Lunch at Halach Huinic was delicious.”

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Chocolate Workshop - Grinding cacao takes some work
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Chocolate Workshop

10.Chocolate Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

At The Mayan Cacao Company in Cozumel, guides such as Paty, Angel, and Eduardo explain cacao’s Mayan roots before you grind beans, add seasonings, and make a chocolate disk to take home. The 90-minute class includes ingredients, samples, and a playful hands-on lesson.

“A wonderful place to make your own chocolate bar with organic products. Eduardo was a fantastic personable host that showed us how to create our chocolate bar and then taught us how to create our chocolate margaritas which we enjoyed afterwards. Mmmmmm! We all went to their store to sample 16 different chocolate bars so of course we would find a favorite to purchase. Gift items large selection so we found additional gifts to take home. All wrapped ready for luggage trip home.”

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Cacao, Chocolate Experience in Oaxaca for Small Groups - Beginning at 5 de Mayo 210 in Centro
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Cacao, Chocolate Experience in Oaxaca for Small Groups

11.Cacao, Chocolate Experience in Oaxaca for Small Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

At Chimalapa Cacao in central Oaxaca, an English-speaking host such as Lucy, Martín, Elvia, or Azomalli guides you through 15 to 20 cacao and chocolate tastings, from unsweetened cocoa to drinking chocolate, with a cacao toast, house drink, and stories of Oaxacan cacao culture.

“This was a wonderful experience. So full of information. The chocolate is delicious! I had a great time. Everyone is so friendly.”

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Mexico City: MUCHO Museum of Chocolate Entrance Ticket - Why Mexican cacao matters here
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Mexico City: MUCHO Museum of Chocolate Entrance Ticket

12.Mexico City: MUCHO Museum of Chocolate Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 91 reviews · 1 day · from $4Best value

Visit MUCHO Museo del Chocolate in a 1909 Colonia Juárez house. Explore cacao through sight, smell, touch, sound, and taste, then browse artisan chocolates, cocoa drinks, food, and creative gifts. Spanish guidance may be available, and workshops are offered on some days.

“La visita guiada gratuita es lo mejor. Te explican y tienen interacción contigo. Ame la visita.”

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Chocolate and Cobblestones Tour with Taste of San Miguel - The opera house facade and San Miguel’s grand center
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Chocolate and Cobblestones Tour with Taste of San Miguel

13.Chocolate and Cobblestones Tour with Taste of San Miguel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Walk central San Miguel de Allende with guides such as Sam and Elisa, tasting Mexican chocolate in pastries, truffles, mole, hot chocolate, and ice cream. You’ll also see notable architecture, hear the story of cacao, and finish near the main square after a generous light lunch.

“I most appreciated Sam's broad knowledge about San Miguel de Allende. Regarding the tastings, we really liked his first choice of the French pastry restaurant. The truffles that we tasted next were less inspiring. It was fun to try the chocolate mole at Bougainvillea and the setting was charming. And, our last stop to try the original xocolatl. It was also in a beautiful setting.”

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Chocolate Seaside Workshop & Wine Tasting - Wendy, Lucy, and a small teaching team
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Chocolate Seaside Workshop & Wine Tasting

14.Chocolate Seaside Workshop & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

At Stingray Beach, guides Wendy, Lucy, and their team lead you through Mayan chocolate traditions, hands-on chocolate making, and tastings of seven-plus Mexican artisan chocolates. You will also sample red and white wine, enjoy a chocolate martini, and take home your own creation.

“Very well presented, great venue, interesting and lots of fun. Plenty of chocolate and wine makes for a very good day.”

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Mérida: Uxmal, Cenote and Chocolate Museum Choco-Story - The long road from Mérida
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Mérida: Uxmal, Cenote and Chocolate Museum Choco-Story

15.Uxmal, Cenote and Chocolate Museum Choco-Story

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · 8 hours · from $85

Travel from Mérida to Uxmal in an air-conditioned van, tour the Maya ruins with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, then visit Choco-Story. The advertised plan also includes Cenote Sámbula, though the detailed timetable does not list it. Expect about eight hours, with entrance fees paid separately.

“This is a wonderful tour! Uxmal is the most beautiful ruin site and it was great to be basically the first tour group there while it was cool in the morning. The buffet lunch was excellent and again, we were the first group there. The location of the restaurant was beautiful! Then on to the hacienda which was very interesting. Our guide was very dramatic and his enthusiasm really added to the fun. I loved seeing how the henequene was processed into the fibres and made into ropes. Then we had a unique ride on a mule driven train car to the cenote for a very refreshing hour to cool…”

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