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Explore Mexico City’s celebrated murals on this affordable walking tour through the historic center. With an informative guide leading the way, marvel at incredible works by Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros and other Mexican masters. Enrich your experience by gaining insights into the lives of these influential artists and learning about the impact of their work.  

If you’ve already seen Mexico City’s top tourist attractions then discover a different side of the city on this mural art walking tour. In a small group limited to 14, you’ll visit some of Mexico City’s most famous murals and find out the inspiration and history behind them. Admire historic murals inspired by the Mexican revolution and visit the government-sponsored mural project at San Ildefonso College.

Find the vibrant street art hidden all over Mexico City on a guided bike tour that explores some of the city's most colorful neighborhoods. Cycling through the city with a local guide means you'll get insights into the thriving street art scene, from stencils to spray paint, stickers, and murals. Group size is limited to 10 people to ensure a more personalized experience as you go way off the tourist trail to learn about the roots and cutting edge of Mexico City art.

Embark on a fascinating adventure to the heart of ancient Mexico with our incredible tour of the Templo Mayor! Our tour will take you by the hand of an expert guide, a true history buff, who will unravel the mysteries of this incredible archaeological site. You will marvel at the majestic external ruins that will tell you stories of distant times and reveal secrets hidden for centuries. Step inside the fascinating museum that houses treasures of the ancient Aztec culture, from amazing artifacts to impressive sculptures, each room will envelop you in an aura of mysticism and bring you closer to the grandeur of this lost civilization. This is your time to explore and learn! Do not miss the opportunity to discover the Templo Mayor, a historical treasure that will take your breath away. Come and witness the greatness of the ancient Aztec civilization! Join our Templo Mayor tour and let history come alive before your eyes.

As this museum is one of the most popular in Mexico and it is normally sold out days in advance, sometimes we have extra ticket that we can offer here.

Explore the fascinating cultural diversity of Mexico on our private tour to the Museum of Anthropology and History in CDMX! This museum, the largest in the country and one of the most outstanding in the world, awaits you. Admire the impressive urban architecture of the 20th century that houses this emblematic museum. Designed as a space for reflection on our rich multicultural indigenous heritage, it has fulfilled its mission of researching, conserving, exhibiting, and disseminating the most important testimonies of archaeology, anthropology, and ethnography for more than 50 years. Witness the unmatched wealth of Mexico! This guided tour will give you the opportunity to connect with our deep roots and appreciate the greatness of our culture. You cannot miss this enriching experience. Let yourself be amazed by the legacy that we have inherited from our ancestors. Reserve your place right now and be part of this incredible cultural adventure!

Discover a tequila and mezcal lover's paradise at the Tequila and Mezcal Museum! Immerse yourself in the heart of Garibaldi, the vibrant area of mariachis in CDMX, and get ready to live an unforgettable experience. It's not just a museum, it's a fascinating journey through spirits and culture! You will learn the secrets of the distillation of these legendary drinks, their ancestral origin and the history that surrounds them. Let yourself be surprised by a unique tasting, where experts will guide you in the art of tasting and differentiating tequila from mezcal. It will be a sensory experience you don't want to miss! And if you are looking to immerse yourself even more in the magic of Garibaldi, the Mayahuel option is perfect for you. You will enjoy a guided tour of this emblematic area, where you will discover its traditions, its music and its unique charm. Come to the Tequila and Mezcal Museum and let yourself be seduced by the culture, history and flavors of these emblematic drinks. In this museum you will not only be able to appreciate the distillation processes of both drinks, their origin and history, you will also have a tasting where they will show you how to taste and differentiate tequila from mezcal. The Mayahuel option includes a tour with face-to-face guide by Garibaldi.

Delight your senses as you explore one of Latin America's most important cultural sites, the Anthropology Museum of Mexico City. Admire its rooms showing artifacts from pre-Hispanic cultures that have survived through centuries, as you skip the line and gain instant entry with this ticket. The museum's innovative design adds an interesting layer to this unforgettable experience through all the intricate symbolism and artwork within.

Guarantee your entry to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Museo Frida Kahlo), one of Mexico City’s most popular museums, by booking your admission ticket in advance. You’ll be able to choose from flexible time slots and avoid the long lines of people waiting to buy tickets on the day. The museum features clothes, belongings, and artworks that offer deeper insight into the life and work of one of Mexico’s most iconic artists.

Watch a folkloric ballet performance at by booking this experience, which includes transfers from most hotels in the city center area. You'll catch a performance with a small audience of fellow theatergoers in one of four fantastic venues: the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the Chapultepec Castle, the Hidalgo Theater, or the Museum of Anthropology.

Live la vida loca in Mexico City! In the evening, meet your guide and fellow tour members at a central Mexico City location. Start off at a popular local Mexican cantina for some drinks (own expense).Here you will get to know the rest of the travelers on your tour, and hear about what to expect the rest of the night. From there we will head over to Garibaldi Square. For an hour here, listen to Mexican mariachi bands and join in on the singing and dancing. Follow your guide to the subway to get to the Lucha Libre Arena, and settle into your reserved seat for an exciting 2-hour experience. Learn the basic rules of lucha libre, or masked wrestling, one of Mexico’s most beloved spectator sports. After the arena, head over to Garibaldi Square, teeming with locals, visitors and music. For an hour here, listen to Mexican mariachi bands and join in on the singing and dancing. The order of the activities varies on Sundays when we go to the Lucha Libre first.

Swap the bustling museums for the open streets on an urban art tour of Mexico City, and be immersed in the capital’s ambience as you zip between sights by bike. Benefit from your local guide’s commentary to learn more about Mexico City’s alternative art scene, and take advantage of regular stops to capture stylish snaps against unique city backdrops.

Learn about Frida Kahlo in her former home, now a museum, with a local guide. You'll not only see a large assortment of the artist's works, but you'll also see many of her personal effects, from clothing to photos to prosthetics. You'll also learn about her romance with the famous artist Diego Rivera on this small-group tour.

See Mexico City through its murals on this walking tour to four of the most impressive walls in the historical center of Mexico City. Follow your guide to mural locations including the National Palace and Palacio de Bellas Artes, and learn how the murals reflect Mexico’s history and culture at each.

Dive into the world of Mexican wrestling on a group tour in Mexico City. The excursion begins with a mariachi performance in Garibaldi Square, the spiritual home of the music genre. Then, enjoy a tequila tasting at a canteen to learn about Mexico's national drink. End your night at Arena Mexico, where you’re treated to preferred seating to ensure a truly immersive wrestling experience.

Get to know Mexico City's history and culture through its vibrant street art scene on a private walking tour. Starting from the historic center, your guide will lead you on a path to the area's most famous and lesser-known murals. You'll see works by over a dozen well-known artists, including Koka, Saner, Minoz, Dhear, and News. You'll enjoy personalized suggestions on nightlife venues, restaurants, and activities along the way.

Embark on a 4-hour journey to explore the vibrant lifeworks of two legendary Mexican artists: Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. On this private tour, you'll get an intimate look at their finest masterpieces as you visit Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo, Anahuacalli Museum, and the renowned blue walls that house some of Kahlo’s well-known works in her former abode—Casa Azul. Discover how these creatives lived and worked while surrounded by vivid imagery.

Join this two-and-a-half hour private tour of Mexico City's illustrious Soumaya Museum. Home to a private collection spanning 70,000 works from the 15th up until mid-20th century, including the world’s largest collection of Auguste Rodin sculptures, this museum was designed with both public viewing in mind and collector tastes. This private tour will allow you plenty of time to explore all the pieces with a guide.

Give us the opportunity to immerse you in the Frida Kahlo’s world The Casa Azul speaks of the loves of Frida and Diego, and of their admiration for Mexican culture and art. In the “Artist’s Bedroom,” you’ll find her four-poster bed with the mirror that her mother had installed after the accident. There, immobile for nine months, Frida began to paint. In the “Studio” you’ll find the easel that Nelson Rockefeller gave her. The crutches, corsets, and medicines attest to the surgeries and physical ailments she suffered. The ex-votos, toys, clothing, and jewelry speak of Frida as a collector and lover of beauty. The “Kitchen”—typical of traditional Mexican homes—reflects everyday life in the house.

Learn about Mexican history and culture, visit its most famous buildings and get to know its imperial architecture. Walking through the city, you will have a guided tour of buildings like the National Museum of Art, and the National Bank, where notes and coins are printed and from where they circulate all over the country, Post Palace, which is an architectural jewel with plateresque and Elizabethan styles, and Bellas Artes Palace, that host a lot of cultural events and is famous for its murals.

Highlights: - Art guided tour of Anahuacalli Museum and Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo with admission tickets - View the museums' must-see masterpieces What to expect: During this art tour through the heart of Mexico City, we’ll introduce you to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, Mexico's one of the most important artists. Our tour starts at Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo, the former abode of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera where many of their works were created. We will get a sense of how Diego and Frida once lived and worked. We’ll engage directly with their history as we surround ourselves by their artworks, photos. Them we move to Mexico City’s other landmark – Anahuacalli Museum. After discussing the story behind museum, we will feel inspired by the museums' treasures.

Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of Mexico with a special focus on Moctezuma. On this tour, you will discover the legacy of one of its most eccentric rulers as you walk through monumental sites that have witnessed many historical moments. Admire old cathedrals from Tenochtitlan while learning about "La Noche Triste" and how Hernan Cortes was welcomed into Moctezuma's Palace. Get an unforgettable experience exploring Mexican culture like never before.

We will visit the most important buildings and places that define the History and Architecture of Downtown Mexico City, which, until the late XIXth Century, used to be the entire town. It sounds crazy but, in the same district. we will find such different buildings of many eras and styles: mexica, barroco novohispano, neoclassicism, eclecticism/porfiriano, art nouveau, art déco/streamline and, of course, the muralist movement, that merged architecture and painting together. We might bump into some characters like griffins, gargoyles, serpents, snakes, eagles and even mermaids who have lots of things to say about what Mexico City is.