Basilica of Guadalupe. Mexico City. Walking tour

5.0 (3 reviews) Mexico City, Mexico
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

We will learn about the history of the Virgin of Guadalupe. We will walk through the Villa de Guadalupe with its different churches. We will see the Capuchin church from the atrium and we will enter the Pocito church to learn about its history. We can enter the Cerrito church but it is not allowed to take photos. In the Indian chapel we can see the remains of the first church and we will enter the New Basilica where the original image of the Virgin of Guadalupe is. We will enter the old Basilica. We will see the Monuments of Juan Diego, Pope John Paul II and the offering next to the beautiful fountains of the place.

What's included

  • Includes a guided walking tour of Villa de Guadalupe
  • Guide (Spanish and English)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    We will visit the New Basilica of Guadalupe built in 1976 with a symbolic display of the Faith we have in our Virgin of Guadalupe. On the altar is the original Mantle of the Virgin and we will have the opportunity to be very close to her.
  2. Antigua Basilica de Guadalupe
    Pass by
    We will visit the Old Basilica and learn about its history. The Virgin of Guadalupe was previously there.
  3. 2h
    We will learn about the history of the different churches and we will be able to enter some to see their interior. We will see monuments such as the Ofrenda and we will be able to take photos at the different important points of the place.
  4. Capilla Del Pocito
    Pass by
    Baroque style chapel
  5. "cerro Del Tepeyac"
    Pass by
    We will climb the hill to see the church and the wonderful panoramic view.
  6. Capilla Del Cerrito
    Pass by
    We will visit the chapel on the hill dedicated to San Miguel

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Guide will be waiting at the religious articles store "La Guadalupana" which is on Montevideo Avenue almost on the corner with Calzada de Guadalupe. The guide is dressed in purple and has a pink stuffed axolotl.

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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