A walking tour is the best way to get to know Mexico City, one of the largest metropolises on earth.
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A place packed with archaeological sights and fast-paced modern life, not to mention incredible cuisine, buzzing markets and contemporary shopping centres, Mexico City can be a tricky place to get your head around at first. One of the largest cities in the world, the Mexican capital certainly has plenty to see but it helps to take a walking tour early on to get a slower-paced feel for what you want to see. There are plenty of different walking tours to choose from – here are five of the best.
Mexico City: Historic Downtown Walking Tour
This classic walking tour is an excellent way to start off your vacation in Mexico City. Over the space of three hours you’ll get an introduction to the city, its history, its culture and its people, visiting the main landmarks such as the Metropolitan Cathedral and the beautiful Post Office Building along the way. There will also be a chance to see the ruins of the ancient Aztec city, explore the Zocalo square, and even visit a traditional Mexican bakery. The certified local guide keeps everything moving along nicely with engaging stories from the past and lesser-known facts. With a really affordable price too, you can’t go far wrong with this tour. From $25
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Off the Beaten Track in Mexico City: Coyoacan Tour
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If you’ve been to Mexico City before, or just like to avoid the usual tourist trails, this tour offers something fairly unique. You’ll be getting away from the crowds with the promise of seeing the real Mexico City. What this means is that the local guide will take you to Coyoacan, a former rural village that is now a pocket of arts, cafes and bookstores. OK, so it’s not exactly a completely hidden gem that no tourists would have heard of – you’ll be visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum in the borough for starters – but it’s a friendly, easy-going tour that focuses on getting to know Mexico City life, rather than just ticking off the big sights. From $21
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Walking Tour – Impressive murals in Historical Center of Mexico City
This is another really interesting take on a city walking tour. For this trip you’ll get to see Mexico City through its murals that feature on the walls of the historical centre. The knowledgeable local guide takes you to four mural locations, including the National Palace and Palacio de Bellas Artes, and explains in detail how each of the unique works of art reflects Mexico’s history and culture. This is definitely one for art lovers – but it’s also well suited to anyone who likes to avoid just the main tourist hotspots. From €36.52.
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Mexico City: Street Food Walking Tour
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If there is one thing that Mexico is famous for all around the world, it’s the amazing food on offer. Of course, street food is normally the most authentic offering in any city and this is where this tour focuses over three hours. You’ll get to try tacos, birria, tortas, quesadillas, ceviche, and more delicacies, as you visit the best street food stands in Mexico City. The guide introduces you to local cooks where you can get tips and insight into their homespun recipes too. The trip includes food tastings in six stops and finishes with mezcal, a cocktail or dessert. From $99
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Mexico City: Historical walking tour of Tenochtitlan
This tour takes you on a journey into the history of Mexico City, and in particular the ancient Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan which is located at the sight of the modern metropolis. Prof. Cristina Ríos takes you on a three-hour morning walking tour filled with detailed explanations of the most important landmarks in the area, charting 700 years of Mexico City-Tenochtitlan history. Along the way you’ll pass significant sights such as Templo Mayor, the main temple of the Mexica people in Tenochtitlan, the Iturbide Palace, and the Palace of Fine Arts. From $41
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