Explore Mexico City: A Journey Through History, Art, and Cuisine!

4.9 (33 reviews) Mexico City, Mexico
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Get ready for a time-traveling adventure full of surprises! We’ll start our journey exploring the fascinating Aztec history at the Templo Mayor and continue through cultural gems like the Colegio Nacional, the Zócalo, the National Palace, and the majestic Cathedral. Then, we’ll indulge in traditional Mexican sweets at Dulcería Celaya and marvel at the elegance of the Casa de Los Azulejos and the stunning Palacio de Bellas Artes.

But that’s not all: during our walk, we’ll uncover the authentic flavors of Mexico City. You’ll know the best place for tacos al pastor, pozole, and Mexican coffee in the city's most delightful spots.

This will be an unforgettable experience, where you’ll explore Mexico through its cuisine, history, and culture, guided by passionate locals who love their city like no one else. I promise you’ll understand why Mexico is truly a magnificent country!

What's included

  • All the experience and guide is free. At the end of the tour you can pay a tip if you want.
  • We suggest bringing water since the tour is walking

What to expect

  1. Museo del Templo Mayor
    15m
    We will explain the history of the Aztecs, in the major temple! There we will show you how they lived, where they came from and how they managed to be the most important empire of their time.
  2. Zocalo
    10m
    We will be in the main square of Mexico City, we will explain why it is called Zocalo and what it was before the arrival of the Spanish, you will also see the National Palace from there and you will discover what is special about the place
  3. Catedral Metropolitana de la Ciudad de Mexico
    8m
    You will get to know the most important Church in the city, we will explain its architectural style and history
  4. Dulceria de Celaya
    10m
    We will visit the oldest candy store in the city, we will tell you what sweets they sell, which are the traditional ones, how they are prepared and their origin.
  5. House of Tiles
    15m
    We will enter one of the most emblematic places in the city, we will tell you its history and you will discover the art it possesses
  6. Palacio Postal
    15m
    We will visit the beautiful postal palace, we will tell you what it was before, how it still works and all the history of the place
  7. Palacio de Bellas Artes
    15m
    You will know its architectural style, curious facts, history and its billboard!
  8. Murales de Diego Rivera en la Secretaria de Educacion Publica
    20m
    Here we will discover the murals of one of the most important Mexican painters of the 20th century, Diego Rivera, through them we will be able to understand Mexican traditions and customs.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are right in front of hostel MUNDO JOVEN with a yellow umbrella.

End point

We will end at the Palace of Fine Arts that is also in the historical center.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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