The Best Street Food Cities in the World

Eating local is the fastest way to discover the soul of a city, and some places love food so much that it spills out onto the streets. From pavement vendors to fast food eateries and bustling night markets, street food can be as exciting and experiential as it is delicious. Discover the greatest foodie destinations with Culture Trip as we guide you around the best street food cities on Earth.

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cooking Mexican tacos with beef, traditional street food in Mexico city

Mexico City, Mexico

The capital of Mexico might just be the world’s greatest street food city. Classic local delicacies like tacos, burritos and tamales lend themselves perfectly to markets and street vendors, while the cultural importance of food here means that eating is a social experience, not just a treat for the tastebuds. There are countless markets, puestos and taquerias all over the city, so you’re never short of options if your tummy starts rumbling. Our five-day Express Mexico City trip is a feast for the senses, and includes a food tasting session in Mercado de San Juan – one of the city’s best indoor markets – and we’ll cater to sweet toothed travellers with a trip to the best pasteleria in town. You’ll also have plenty of time to follow your own stomach when it comes to lunches and dinners, but don’t forget to take advantage of our Local Insider’s expert knowhow – they’ll point you in the direction of the best fresh tacos in town, washed down with a refreshing cerveza or two.

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Mexico City, Mexico

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Mexico City, Mexico

DURATION

5

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16

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Easy

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Naples, Italy

It’s the birthplace of pizza, for goodness sake! Of course this place is street food heaven. Italy is not short of culinary cities – Bologna is the foodie capital and Rome is not short on Michelin stars – but to authentically experience the people’s eating habits in Italy, there’s no replacement for Napoli. The city’s unique blend of ancient history and lively (bordering on chaotic) streets lends itself perfectly to fast, delicious creations both sweet and savoury. Our Seductive Southern Italy trip starts in Naples and our first full day starts with an expertly guided street food tour of the city. Of course you’ll be having some pizza – almost certainly the best you’ve ever had – but you’ll also try classic Neapolitan specialties like aubergine parmigiana and sfogliatelle, a flaky pastry shell filled with sweetened ricotta. Trust us, you haven’t lived until you’ve walked down a narrow old street in Naples while shoving a folded pizza into your mouth – any city where this is socially acceptable is fine by us.

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Naples, Italy

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Lecce, Italy

DURATION

10

GROUP SIZE

14

PHYSICAL RATING

Easy

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Jamaa el Fna market square at dusk, Marrakesh, Morocco, north Africa. Jemaa el-Fnaa, Djema el-Fna or Djemaa el-Fnaa is a famous square and market place in Marrakeshs medina quarter.

Marrakech, Morocco

The beauty of street food is that it’s been going on for as long as food and trade existed together. Night markets are an incredible symbol of culture, and in some ways a thriving continuation of our ancient history, and there’s probably not a city on Earth that better captures the old tradition of delicious fast food than Marrakech. You don’t even have to go beyond its famous main square, Jemaa el-Fnaa, to have an unforgettable foodie experience. There’s plenty going on here throughout the day, but things really come alive when nighttime falls and the stalls are lit-up only by hanging lamps and the flames from their fiery grills. Expect plenty of delicious tagine and couscous dishes, but more adventurous eaters might fancy a try of some sheep’s head or snail soup. Whether you push the boat out or play it safe, flavour wins the night, but eating out in Jemaa el-Fnaa is about more than just the food. The atmosphere of this place is incredible, with live music, street performers and the background noise of thousands of happy customers setting an ambience quite unlike any other. You’ll get to experience that for yourself on our Epic Morocco trip, which ends up in Marrakech, where you’ll be treated to a guided street food tour of the city’s old medina.

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Casablanca, Morocco

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Marrakech, Morocco

DURATION

11

GROUP SIZE

16

PHYSICAL RATING

Moderate

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People eating street food in Bangkok at night, Thailand

Bangkok, Thailand

We can’t talk about street food without venturing a little further east. East and Southeast Asian cities tend to have pulsating street food scenes and, while we give honorary mentions to Japan, Korea and Vietnam, it’s Bangkok that has to take home the crown. The food in Thailand not only lends itself to market service, but much of it is derived from that fast food culture. Noodles, dumplings, grilled meats – you name it, Bangkok has it. Jodd Fair Market, Chatuchak Weekend Market and Srinakarin Train Market all offer an incredible range of stalls, but you can get the ultimate guided experience on our Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam trip, which includes an amazing tuk-tuk tour of the city’s food scene. The trip also explores Cambodian street food in Phnom Penh and includes a guided market visit in Ho Chi Minh City. Meanwhile, if Bangkok is a little too mainstream for you, join us on our Tropical Northern Thailand trip to discover the street food delights of Chiang Mai.

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Bangkok, Thailand

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

DURATION

11

GROUP SIZE

16

PHYSICAL RATING

Moderate

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Discovery

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Amman, Jordan

Jordan is one of the most underrated foodie destinations in the world. Its rich, multicultural history has culminated in a cuisine that blends Mediterranean and North African influences with Bedouin traditions and classic Middle Eastern staples. The capital, Amman, is the perfect place to experience it at its best, with plenty of street food vendors and casual restaurants to keep you well fed. The falafel and hummus here is next level, and served absolutely everywhere. You can also expect plenty of shawarma, rice dishes, breads and yoghurts, all as fragrant as they are fresh. Even the sweet treats are delicious, so don’t forget to try knafeh (like baklava) and warbat (custard pastries) while you’re here. The first full day of our Discover Jordan trip is an exploration of Amman, and you’ll get to go on a guided street food tour of the city, followed by a tasting session of criminally underrated Jordanian wines.

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Amman, Jordan

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Amman, Jordan

DURATION

8

GROUP SIZE

16

PHYSICAL RATING

Moderate

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