Sonora is a vast desert state in northwestern Mexico bordering Arizona, spanning the Sonoran Desert from the Sea of Cortez coastline to the Sierra Madre Occidental foothills. Its capital, Hermosillo, sits at the base of Cerro de la Campana, while the coast delivers the resort towns of San Carlos and Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point), the historic port of Guaymas, and the UNESCO-listed volcanic dunes of El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar. Inland, the restored silver-mining Pueblo Mágico of Álamos preserves one of Mexico's best-kept colonial cores, far from the standard tourist circuit.
Top food tours
Guided experiences that show you Sonora through its food.
Foodie tips
Get more out of every meal.
Book tours and cooking classes at least a few days in advance — small-group experiences sell out quickly.
Come hungry — most food tours include 5-8 tastings.
Bring cash for unscheduled stops the guide may recommend.