6-Hour Cultural Tour of Coyoacán and Xochimilco with Frida Kahlo’s House and Ancestral Beverages
Highlights
Mexico City
architectural, cultural, museums
Group Tour
6 Hours
Easy
English, French, German, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Description
Embark on a 6-hour cultural journey through Coyoacán and Xochimilco. Explore the famous canals of Xochimilco on a traditional trajinera boat, visit the first church built in Mexico, and discover the history of La Malinche at her house. Experience the bohemian charm of Coyoacán, with its colonial architecture, vibrant parks, and the National Popular Cultures Museum. Enjoy ancestral beverages, visit the bustling Coyoacán market, and end with a tour of Frida Kahlo’s Blue House to learn about her life and legacy.
Itinerary
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6-Hour Cultural and Historical Tour of Coyoacán and Xochimilco
- Start at the Canals of Xochimilco to take a trajinera (canoe) and explore the canals, learning about the biodiversity of plants and birds. Discover the history of Xochimilco and visit chinampas, the ancient floating gardens, to learn about traditional cultivation techniques.
Visit the First Church in America, built in 1525 by Hernán Cortés, the first church constructed in Mexico.
Explore Hernán Cortés' Mistress House, the residence of La Malinche, and uncover the story of her relationship with the Spanish conqueror and her role in Mexican history.
Walk through Frida Kahlo’s Park, a small park dedicated to the life and works of the iconic Mexican painter, featuring sculptures of Frida Kahlo and her husband, Diego Rivera.
Admire the Colonial Architecture of Coyoacán, a bohemian neighborhood with a small-town charm, and learn about the historical significance of its buildings.
Enter the National Popular Cultures Museum to explore the artistic expressions of different cultures throughout Mexico, showcasing vibrant traditions and heritage.
Stroll through Centenario Park, home to the Coyotes fountain, and enjoy local treats like churros and ice cream while buying handicrafts from the surrounding vendors.
Taste ancestral beverages at a local shop, offering traditional drinks like tejate, pozol, and chilate, as well as chocolate, cacao, mezcal, and Mexican coffee.
Visit the Coyoacán Market to experience local culture, explore fruit and food stalls, and admire the market's traditional architecture.
End the tour at Frida Kahlo's House, also known as the Blue House, to delve into the life of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and their profound impact on Mexican art.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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