Mexico · Religious & Spiritual

3-Hour Our Lady of Guadalupe Tour in Mexico City with Sacred Sites

3 Hours Round trip from Mexico City Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Basilica, the second most visited religious site after the Vatican
  • 02 Discover the stories of the Virgin's apparitions to Juan Diego and the sacred tilma
  • 03 Visit the Pocito Chapel, a baroque masterpiece where indigenous people were baptized
  • 04 Experience the Sacred Garden and learn about Aztec religious rituals and symbols
  • 05 Admire the intricate architecture of both the Old and New Basilicas of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Embark on a spiritual journey through the sacred sites of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City. Visit the oldest church in the Basilica complex, the Chapel of the Little Well, and the Sacred Garden where key apparitions took place. Explore both the Old and New Basilicas, learn about the miraculous tilma, and discover the rich history, symbolism, and cultural significance of this revered pilgrimage site.

Embark on a spiritual journey through the sacred sites of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Mexico City
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Sacred Sites of the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe

  • Visit the Parish of the Indigenous, the oldest church in the Basilica complex, where the sacred tilma was displayed for the first time. Learn about the remains of the first and second hermitage and discover the location of Juan Diego's house after the apparitions. Uncover the hidden symbols within the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

  • Explore the Chapel of the Little Well, a baroque masterpiece where indigenous people were baptized in the early days. Marvel at its architecture and historical significance.

  • Visit the Sacred Garden, the site of the second and third apparitions. Admire the sculptures, learn about the religious rituals performed by the Aztecs, and discover the most important elements of their ceremonies.

  • Climb to the top of Tepeyac Hill and enter the Chapel of the Little Hill, where the first apparition took place. Witness the miracle of the roses and learn about the murals by Fernando Leal that adorn the temple.

  • Enter the Old Basilica, explore its architecture, and learn about its dedication, the challenges it has faced over time, and the sacred paintings it houses, including the place where the tilma was once kept.

  • Conclude with a visit to the New Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Appreciate its magnificent architecture and learn about its history. Admire the sacred image after discovering the story behind the five apparitions and visiting all the churches at the site.

Parish of the Indigenous, Chapel of the Little Well, Tepeyac Hill, New Basilica

Where this trip takes you

Parish of the Indigenous, Chapel of the Little Well, Tepeyac Hill, New Basilica

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mexico City 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Entrance to all religious sites at the Basilica complex
  • Bilingual tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Water

What to bring

  • Hat or cap
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • This is a religious and history tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe, Fray Juan de Zumárraga, Villa Gustavo A. Madero, Ciudad de México, CDMX, México
Tour start
Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Mexico City.

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