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6-Hour Coyoacán and Xochimilco Tour with Frida Kahlo's Blue House

6 Hours Round trip from Xochimilco Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Navigate the Xochimilco canals and learn about ancient chinampas and local biodiversity
  • 02 Explore Coyoacán, known for its bohemian atmosphere and unique colonial architecture
  • 03 Visit the historic first church in Mexico and La Malinche's house
  • 04 Discover Frida Kahlo's legacy through her house and dedicated parks in the area
  • 05 Enjoy traditional drinks and explore local markets with handicrafts and Mexican cuisine

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 Museum of Popular Cultures. Enjoy ancestral beverages, visit the bustling Coyoacán Market, and end at Frida Kahlo's Blue House to learn about her life and legacy.

Start at the canals of Xochimilco to take a trajinera and explore the waterways while learning about the biodiversity of local plants and birds.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Mexico City
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Xochimilco Canals, Coyoacán Heritage and Frida Kahlo's Blue House

  • Start at the canals of Xochimilco to take a trajinera and explore the waterways while learning about the biodiversity of local plants and birds. Discover the history of Xochimilco and visit the chinampas, the ancient floating gardens, to learn about traditional cultivation techniques.

  • Visit the first church in America, built in 1525 by Hernán Cortés, and recognized as the first church constructed in Mexico.

  • Explore Hernán Cortés' mistress's 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 Park, a small park dedicated to the life and work 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 small-town charm, and learn about the historical significance of its buildings.

  • Enter the National Museum of Popular Cultures 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 shopping for handicrafts from the surrounding vendors.

  • Taste ancestral beverages at a local shop, offering traditional drinks such as 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.

Xochimilco Canals, chinampas and waterways, Coyoacán colonial architecture, Frida Kahlo's Blue House

Where this trip takes you

Xochimilco Canals, chinampas and waterways, Coyoacán colonial architecture, Frida Kahlo's Blue House

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Xochimilco 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2-hour boat ticket at Xochimilco
  • Bilingual tour guide
  • Round-trip transportation
  • Entrance to the National Museum of Popular Cultures
  • Ice cream

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Tip

What to bring

  • Water
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat, cap, sunscreen

Know before you go

  • This is a nature, culture, and gastronomic experience.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City, Avenida Paseo de la Reforma, Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, CDMX, México
Tour start
Xochimilco, CDMX, Mexico
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Xochimilco.

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