Take a ride to a private hacienda-style home in the heart of Mazatlán's historic center for a day eating one of the world's favorite food: tacos.

With origins said to be centuries old, the taco is a staple of Mexican cuisine — and today you'll try six varieties, including the iconic shrimp tacos that are a Mazatlán classic. Enjoy local music and a dance performance while a tortillera makes handmade tortillas on the spot — then go to town and make your own tacos, accompanied by a slate of delicious salsas and refreshing drinks. Enjoy free time at the hacienda's shop, or head down to explore a nearby square before returning to port.

Energy Level

Duration

3 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Head to a hacienda in Mazatlán's historic district for an authentic exploration of local cuisine
Watch a tortillera create handmade tortillas on the spot as you learn to prepare your own Mexican-style tacos
Enjoy as many different taco varieties as you can eat, including unique options like nopal (prickly pear cactus) and huitlacoche (corn/mushroom)
Walk down to visit Machado Square, a revitalized bohemian center just two blocks away, or just relax and visit the in-house souvenir shop

Need to know

This Shore Thing includes light walking through Mazatlán’s historic center
Sailors may join a short guided walk to nearby Machado Square afterward

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Authentic Taco Fiesta

Take a ride to a private hacienda-style home in the heart of Mazatlán's historic center for a day eating one of the world's favorite food: tacos.

Shore Thing Highlights

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Experience shores the Virgin way

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