Cultural Tours in Central Mexico

Mexico City comes to life on this kid-friendly, 4-hour interactive walking tour that uses storytelling and play to explore Mexico's art, history, and culture. Visiting the city with a fun, creative guide offers an orientation to Mexico City in a safe, child-friendly environment that's welcoming for kids of all ages.

Pack in three punches of fun in one night on this Mexico City tour. An in-the-know guide whisks you around the city via public transport, allowing you to experience the city like a local. First, dine at a traditional cantina before moving on to a reserved seat at a lucha libre match. Get lost in the theatrics and cheer on for your favorite masked wrestler until your voice gets hoarse. At Garibaldi Square, dance to mariachi band music and cap the night off at a pub in the Zocalo.

Experience the magic of Xochimilco with this boat ride and cultural tour. Hop in a colorful trajinera and cruise through the floating gardens as you enjoy snacks and admire local flora and fauna. Your guide will share the fascinating history of these canals which date back to Aztec rule. Delight in the biodiversity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site once called "the Venice of the New World."

Discover the roots of Mexico City's thriving art and cultural scene on a 9 to 10-hour private tour of the National Museum of Anthropology, Frida Kahlo Museum, and Leon Trotsky Museum, all led by a private guide with a history degree. Personalize your educational experience of the museums and the bohemian Coyoacan district, and travel through the city's traffic in comfort with private transportation.

ThisExclusive - available nowhere else - gets you inside Chapultepec Castle, one of Mexico City's most popular attractions, before the crowds pour in. In relative tranquility, discover the castle's 12 halls filled with royal artifacts and learn about Chapultepec's origins as a retreat for Aztec rulers. An informative guide then takes you to the National Museum of Anthropology, which houses the largest collection of traditional Mexican art in the world.

Skip public transit and let a guide navigate for you to the ancient archaeological site of Teotihuacan. Going with a guide is essential, as it ensures you understand uses and meanings of the often unmarked ruins. After taking in panoramic views from the top of a pyramid, climb down and watch the sun set over the pre-Columbian city. An option to upgrade includes a traditional Mexican meal after the tour.

Peer into the past with this walking tour to three Mexico City markets. Begin in the Zocalo, once home to El Parian market, which stocked luxury items imported from Asia for the wealthy families of New Spain. Visit the Jamaica market to learn about ritual and medicinal uses of flowers in pre-Hispanic cultures. Explore ancient witchcraft and Mexican cuisine before your market tour concludes.

Visit Frida Kahlo's house, the colonial-era neighborhood of Coyoacan, and Xochimilco's floating gardens on a small-group tour in Mexico City that explores art, architecture, and history. You'll get a fascinating glimpse into Kahlo's life and work in "Casa Azul," then take in the main sites in Coyoacan. Next, head to Xochimilco for an hour-long boat ride in a trajinera, following a series of flower-lined canals. The tour concludes with a trip through the UNAM campus, including a series of beloved murals by Diego Rivera, O'Gorman, and Siqueiros.

Discover incredible and varied building styles across Mexico City with this contemporary architecture tour. Begin at the Camino Real in Anzures, visit the modern streets of Santa Fe and Bosques, then head to Polanco, home to the innovative museums Soumaya and Jumex. End your tour in the Condesa neighborhood, a local favorite. Check out the art deco homes and enjoy a drink in one of the lovely bars or caf es.

With more than 20 million annual visitors, the Shrine of Guadalupe in Mexico City is one of the top Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world. On this 4-hour tour, an informative guide takes you to the shrine's two basilicas, where you'll see a cloak with an image of the Lady Virgin on display. Climb nearby Tepeyac Hill, where it is said the Lady appeared, and hear more about the events that led to the construction of the shrine. Transport from central Mexico City is included.

Celebrate Good Friday in the historic city of Taxco, where you'll see a traditional 'Passion Play' in the Ex-Convento de San Bernardino de Siena. As you travel from Mexico City to the Sierra Madre mountains, visit Cuernavaca's magnificent cathedral and palace, then watch pilgrims make their way through Taxco's cobblestone streets. Experience the remarkable energy of the city as locals gather for the 'Passion of the Christ,' finishing the day with the return trip to Mexico City.

Discover one of the world's most impressive collections of artifacts from pre-Columbian Maya civilizations through Spanish colonization at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. An informative guide provides historical and archaeological context to the exhibits, including the Aztec Calendar, reconstructions of Maya tombs and giant Olmec heads. After this 4-hour tour, you'll come away with insight into the influence of Mesoamerican cultures on Mexico today.

Delve into Mexico City's storied past with a walking tour of La Merced. This neighborhood in the historic center is one of the city's very oldest and has been a hub for commerce since early colonial times. As you walk the streets of La Merced with your professional guide, you'll get a scenic window into Mexico's complex history.