Visit Teotihuacan, Guadalupe, Xochimilco, Coyoacan and the Frida Museum.
ID: GYG933593-1458156
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
2 days
Description
Visit the 6 main attractions of Mexico City in a 2-day tour.
Enjoy a 2-day tour of Mexico City's main cultural and archaeological attractions. Explore the Pyramid of the Sun in Teotihuacan, discover the Frida Kahlo Museum in Coyoacan and navigate the canals of Xochimilco.
Day 1: Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine and Tlatelolco
Begin your adventure by visiting Tlatelolco, the important Aztec archaeological site, and the Plaza de las 3 Culturas, a space that fuses pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern times. Then, head to the Basilica of Guadalupe, one of the most revered shrines in the world, where millions of pilgrims arrive each year.
Next, explore Teotihuacan, known as the City of the Gods, where a tour guide will take you through its history as you walk among the majestic pyramids of the Sun and the Moon. Climb to the top of these structures for breathtaking views of the site.
At the end, you will be transferred back to the meeting point.
Day 2: Coyoacán, National University and Frida Kahlo Museum
Your day begins in Coyoacán, a neighborhood full of history, where you will stroll through its cobblestone streets and enjoy the traditional architecture. Visit the Casa Azul, the Frida Kahlo Museum, where you can explore her life and artistic legacy. You will also have time to discover local handicrafts in a cooperative store.
Next, visit the National Autonomous University of Mexico, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with murals by renowned artists Diego Rivera and Juan O'Gorman.
The last stop will be in Xochimilco, famous for its canals since Aztec times. Enjoy a ride on a trajinera, a colorful boat, while listening to live music and shopping for some local snacks.
At the end of the tour, you will be taken back to the meeting point.
Highlights
- Discover Tlatelolco, the largest archaeological site in Mexico.
- Tour the Basilica of Guadalupe, Mexico's most important sanctuary.
- Be amazed by the pyramids of Teotihuacan, the mythical City of the Gods.
- Enjoy the colorful and charming houses of Coyoacán.
- Support local art by visiting a Mexican artisan cooperative store.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a 2 day tour. The first day you will visit Teotihuacan, Tlatelolco and the Guadalupe Sanctuary. The second day you will visit Xochimilco, Coyoacan and the Frida Kahlo Museum.
Meet behind the Palacio de Bellas Artes, at Avenida Hidalgo 2.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.