Float down the canals of Xochimilco and stroll around the colonial district of Coyoacan in Mexico City on this full-day private or group tour that also explores the world of the renowned Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (if option is selected).
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group available
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 10 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Your hotel or any location of your choice in Mexico City
Experience
Highlights
- Float down the tranquil canals of Xochimilco on a punt
- Explore the vast university campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico
- Go to the colonial district of Coyoacan and walk down leafy cobblestone streets
- Discover where the Conquistador, Hernando Cortes was born
- Enter the magical world of Frida Kahlo, one of the most passionate artists of Mexico
- See stunning murals by Juan O´Gorman
- Immerse yourself in the bohemian atmosphere of Coyoacan
- Enjoy a local lunch while admiring the street art of Coyoacan
Full description
Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour full of color and traditions on this sightseeing trip around some of Mexico City’s most enchanting neighborhoods.
Departing from Downtown Mexico City, head south, passing the most important sites of the modern city. Upon arrival at the calm waters of the Xochimilco canals, enjoy a scenic cruise along the waterway - one of the last traces of the Aztec era - on a traditional punt or pre-Hispanic boat.
Next, visit the colonial district of Coyoacan and admire the rambling 16th-century houses of Francisco Sosa Street. Continue along narrow cobblestone streets to the Zocalo (Main Square), where you will find the impressive mansion of the Conquistador, Hernando Cortes, and the Church of Saint John the Baptist (San Juan Bautista).
Later, explore the magical world of Frida Kahlo at the Frida Kahlo Museum (if option is selected). Housed in the striking cobalt blue house where she was born and returned for the last years of her life, the Casa Azul, as it is fondly known, contains a large assortment of pre-Hispanic artifacts, Mexican folk art, and indigenous jewelry from her personal collection.
The final stop of the day is University City, where you can admire the many murals at the Rectory, and wander around the main campus' Central Library. The campus also includes an impressive volcano-shaped, 63,000-seat Olympic Stadium.
Includes
- Entrance to Frida Kahlo Museum (if option is selected)
- Transportation to and from meeting point
- Bilingual guide
- Tour aboard a trajinera
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Know before you go
- Due to COVID-19 measures, the Frida Kahlo Museum may be closed or implement restrictions
- Please take into account at the time of booking that the Frida Kahlo Museum is closed on Mondays
