Historic Center Essentials: Mexico City Downtown Walking Tour

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(1,488 reviews)
Mexico City, Mexico

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Historic Center Essentials: Stories in the Streets.

Mexico City’s Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is where the city’s story began, from the Mexica capital of Tenochtitlan to the colonial capital of New Spain and the modern metropolis of today.

Meet your SECTUR-certified guide in the Zócalo, one of the largest public squares in the world, and step inside the Metropolitan Cathedral. From there, walk past the ruins of the Templo Mayor and through the streets of downtown to the Palacio de Bellas Artes. Between the big landmarks, your guide takes you to hidden spots most visitors walk right past, with a few stops inside along the way.

This isn’t a list of dates. You’ll hear the stories of the city and of Mexico, from ancient traditions and colonial life to the Revolution and everyday life today. You’ll also get insider tips on which museums to visit, where to eat and what else to do during your stay.

Relaxed pace, about 2 km (1.2 miles). Available in English and Spanish.

What's Included

3+ hours walking tour of the Historic Center
local recommendations for museums, restaurants and activities.
SECTUR-certified local guide
Tips / Gratuities to the guide (optional, but always appreciated)
Transport to Meeting Point
Some food available to purchase
Entrance tickets to any museum is included.
Entry tickets to museums (main attractions are seen from the outside, except the Cathedral)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us just in front of McDonalds at Zocalo square (there is only one). Search 'Mexico a Pie Walking Tours' in Google Maps. We'll wait minutes before: morning tour: 9:30am; afternoon tour: 4:30pm. Provide a valid cellphone number.

End point
National Art Museum

We end next to "El Caballito Statue", in front of the National Museum of Art

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Zocalo

    We learn about the main square in our country, The Heart of Mexico

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Plaza Manuel Gamio

    Visit the ruins of the ancient Aztec city, the "Templo Mayor"

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral

    Go inside of the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Heart of the Catholic faith in Mexico

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Plaza Manuel Tolsá

    Visit a beautiful square wiht one of the most emblematic statues in Mexico City's history

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Palacio Postal

    Go inside the most glamourous post office you may have ever seen

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Palacio de Bellas Artes

    The mesmerizing Palacio de Bellas Artes, the art nouveau building, symbol of the XX century buildings in Mexico City

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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