CDMX Enjoy a unique tour of Xochimilco and Coyoacán
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Experience one of the most colorful and comprehensive tours of southern Mexico City! Start in Coyoacán, the “place of coyotes,” where our local guide will tell you about its history and traditions. Enjoy free time to stroll through the streets, visit the market, or have a light breakfast on your own. Afterwards, we will head to Ciudad Universitaria, UNAM's main campus and a World Heritage Site. There you'll discover the impressive murals in the Rectory and the Central Library, which narrate key passages in Mexican history through art. We end the tour in Xochimilco, the famous “place of flowers,” where you will learn about its pre-Hispanic roots and sail aboard a traditional trajinera through its canals. Take the opportunity to explore the craft market and sample the delicious local cuisine. A day full of history, culture, and landscapes that will make you fall in love with Mexico!
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Your local guide will give you a brief introduction to the history and significance of this neighborhood and its surroundings. Afterwards, you'll have free time to explore the streets and, if you wish, enjoy a light breakfast on your own.
The next stop will be the University City, the heart of knowledge in Mexico. There, your local guide will take you to discover the iconic murals of the Rector's Office and the Central Library, artistic gems on the main campus of the National University. You'll be amazed by more than 110 murals of different styles and sizes, which tell the history of Mexico in a visual and exciting way. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as you explore the country's key moments through art and stories shared by your expert guide.
Here, you'll not only learn about its fascinating history, which dates back to pre-Hispanic times, but you'll also be able to experience sailing on a trajinera, the region's colorful traditional boat. You'll also have free time to explore the craft market or enjoy the traditional cuisine you'll find in the surrounding area.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels