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Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Guided Visit

1. Mexico City: Anthropology Museum Guided Visit

Enter the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City almost a half century after it was established, and discover why it remains the flagship enclosure safeguarding the legacy of the Mexican indigenous people. Standing as a symbol of identity and a mentor to generations seeking to dig into their cultural roots, the museum is the most popular in Mexico, attracting some 2 million visitors per year. Get insights into the various exhibits and their significance from your guide. Look at objects excavated from archaeological sites, covering vast territories in what is now modern-day Mexico. Learn about the various cultures that created them. Visit rooms where small objects, such as spear points are on display. These were used by early hunters on the continent more than 10,000 years ago. See simple clay pieces used in daily life and as symbolic articles in religious ceremonies. Admire impressive objects such as the Stone of the Sun (Aztec calendar stone). Your guide will explain the meaning of these valuable contributions to Mexico, as well as the ways historians have been challenged to re-think the development of the Mesoamerican people including Mayan, Aztec and Zapotec cultures. Enjoy some free time to explore the museum on your own after the guided tour. 

Mexico City: Authentic Downtown Food Tour

2. Mexico City: Authentic Downtown Food Tour

Walk through Downtown Mexico City and visit several spots, an authentic taste of Mexican specialties. You will be taken to 8 places, explore the exotic San Juan Market, drink at quintessential cantinas, taste street food, traditional restaurants, and specialty stores.  During your food walk, your guide will share insightful stories about the origin of the dishes and drinks, as well as the history, legends, and traditions of the city. Together, in the heart of the city center, you will taste mouthwatering dishes, delicious street food, traditional candy and much more. Expect the best flavors of Mexico City. Come hungry as you are going to eat a lot.

Mexico City: Historic Downtown Walking Tour

3. Mexico City: Historic Downtown Walking Tour

Get a fascinating introduction to Mexico City and its historic downtown on a walking tour. Follow a certified and local guide and visit important landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral, the ruins of the ancient Aztec city, and the impressive Post Office building. Learn about Mexico’s culture from your experienced guide, who will introduce you to the city’s 700+ years of history, its eclectic architecture, and colorful traditions. Start your tour of the 'Centro Histórico', a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, inside the Metropolitan Cathedral, which was the biggest church in the Americas for over 3 centuries. Walk on the giant Zocalo square, referred to as the heart of Mexico, and see the resting place of the Spanish conqueror Hernan Cortes. Stand next to the ruins of the ancient Aztec city. Continue onto the mesmerizing Post Office Building and then marvel at the beautiful architecture of the Palace of Fine Arts. Step inside a traditional Mexican bakery to see, and taste if you’d like, the incredible variety of typical Mexican sweet bread.

Mexico City: Autentic Culinary La Merced Market Food tour

4. Mexico City: Autentic Culinary La Merced Market Food tour

Make a stop at: La Merced, Calle Rosario 180 Venustiano Carranza, Mexico City 15820 Mexico The colorful and chaotic Merced Market serves thousands of shoppers every day. On this tour, you'll visit our favorite food stalls, meet some talented market vendors, and learn about the history of the market. You will finish learning why La Merced is different from any other place in Mexico. Stop at: Centro Historico, Centro Historico, Mexico City, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast At the end of this tour, we'll spend some time strolling the streets of a recently renovated part of downtown, an area filled with thriving bars and cafes and a lively street art scene. Eat at Mexico City's famous La Merced market on a small-group food tour. Designed for travelers who want an authentic culinary experience, your tour guide will take you to food stalls frequented by natives of Mexico City. Between bites, meet some of the market vendors and learn about their history. Your food adventure ends with a traditional drink and snack in a newly popular part of the Historic Center. You can try .pozole or pancita .tacos suadero and pastor .Horchata water .Quesadillas .mexican candys .Mexican bread Local fruit All you can eat Duration: 4 hours

Mexico City: Lucha Libre Show

5. Mexico City: Lucha Libre Show

There’s nothing more thrilling than a classic wrestling match—jump into the excitement of the arena and see how locals experience this traditional spectacle.   Start the evening with a traditional drink at a cantina or pulquería and get ready to see Lucha Libre live. Enter the arena in top seats and experience an unforgettable night surrounded by the passion that this traditional sport generates in Mexican crowds.   Cheer on your favorite luchador (wrestler) while you learn about the history and social context of this classic show, all while sipping a local beer. See the good guys fighting the bad guys and admire their mind-blowing skills throughout the ring and aisles.

Mexico City: Tequila and Mezcal Museum Tour with Tasting

6. Mexico City: Tequila and Mezcal Museum Tour with Tasting

Learn about the tequila and mezcal-making process in a guided tour, watch more than 2000 different exhibited bottles around the museum and enjoy an interesting tasting. When you arrive to the museum, you will have a guided tour of the whole museum with your bilingual tour guide, that will also talk to you about the famous "Plaza Garibaldi" where the museum is located and the Mariachis that are a World Intangible Heritage of Humanity declared by Unesco in 2011. Then, you will enjoy a Tequila and Mezcal tasting with your tour guide, where you will have the opportunity to taste 3 different tequilas and 2 different kinds of Mezcales, so you can learn about the differences of these iconic drinks and where you will also learn the best way to drink, enjoy and appreciate these traditional Mexican drinks. After the tasting, you can enjoy some time at the restaurant and you will have free time to go around the museum and the shop in case you want to purchase any of the drinks you just tasted.

Mexico City: Palaces & Historical Buildings Walking Tour

7. Mexico City: Palaces & Historical Buildings Walking Tour

Explore some of Mexico's most beautiful and historically significant buildings on this walking tour that visits the Museo Nacional de Artes, the National Bank of Mexico, Palacio de Correos de Mexico, and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Travel first to the Museo Nacional de Arts, with its extensive collection of artwork from the second half of the sixteenth to the first part of the twentieth century. Admire the historical center of the city where the museum is located while moving on to the next stop, the National Bank of Mexico. See the heart of the financial well-being of Mexico, and gain insight into the national economy. Finish exploring the birthplace of the Peso, and move on to the Palacio de Correos de Mexico. Gaze at the magnificent architecture of the building with its unique style, influenced by a number of architectural styles. Decide for yourself which style influences the building the most, as scholars argue Art Nouveau, Moorish, Venetian Gothic Revival, or Baroque, while others argue it is Neoclassical, but regardless, the gold-plated interior is magnificent. Move on to the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the palace that is the center of artistic and cultural activities in Mexico and one of the most prominent buildings in the country. Be amazed by the white marble palace and the murals on the top floors. End the tour at the Palacio de Bellas Artes and relax as you are returned to your hotel or accommodation in Mexico City to finish up the tour.

Mexico City: Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe Tour

8. Mexico City: Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe Tour

Visit the Basilica of Guadalupe, a religious site that sees over 20 million pilgrims annually. The shrine is the most important in the Catholic world and one of the world’s 20 most-visited places. The Virgin of Guadalupe is part of Mexican identity. Experience the influence in Mexican culture throughout the day. Tour the basilica and climb Tepeyac Hill during this 4-hour activity. According to believers, the hill was the site of the miracle of the apparition of fresh flowers and the first of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Visit the museum of the basilica, located in the old Capuchin convent. Afterwards, take some time to explore on your own or attend mass.

Mexico City: Private Full-Day Teotihuacan Archeological Tour

9. Mexico City: Private Full-Day Teotihuacan Archeological Tour

Visit Teotihuacan, the City of the Gods, early in the morning before tour groups arrive. Enjoy the mystical atmosphere of this impressive archaeological site for an authentic experience in this great city of ancient Mexico. The full-day tour will be enriched by the stories, anecdotes and historical commentary of your expert guide. In addition to touring the archeological site, stop at a local family’s obsidian workshop, and enjoy tasting liqueurs made from cactus, as well as tequila, mezcal and pulque. At the same location there will be time for lunch (not included in the tour price) before heading back to your Mexico City hotel.

Mexico City: 3–Hour Polanco Food Tour

10. Mexico City: 3–Hour Polanco Food Tour

Witness Mexico City's gastronomic hotspot of Polanco on this unforgettable food and cultural tour. Sample authentic Mexican food, from tacos to tlayudas, including Mexican chocolate. Live this experience in an intimate group, as food ambassadors make sure you learn, enjoy and have a fantastic time in Mexico City's amazing Polanco.  Don't miss this foodie's adventure and discover great eateries. Every venue has been carefully chosen so you can experience the real Mexican deal. Try a mouthwatering Mexican tuna tostada or a delicious tortilla soup. During your culinary experience, pass through lovely green spaces and trendy art galleries.  Delicious food samplings are served from different off–the–beaten–path locations. Stops may include an authentic Oaxacan food restaurant, a real Mexican Cantina and Mexico City’s top rated tacos. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the best food tour in Mexico City. You'll also explore the vibrant culture and history of Polanco with our expert guides. Whether you're a foodie or just looking for a unique way to experience Mexico City, our Polanco Food Tour is the perfect introduction to the country's rich gastronomy. Come join us and discover the flavors of Mexico!  

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4.3 / 5

based on 276 reviews

Must do! The food was incredible. It was a well paced tour with really good food (very full afterwards but worth it). Jimena was a great tour guide - learned a lot from heart and enjoyed hearing her stories - extremely personable. Each place surprised me.

Emiliano was the best! The history, anecdotal information, clear responses to the group’s questions and his humor made the 3 hours wonderful. I left with knowledge and appreciation for this area. Thank you!!

Great tour guide. I would recommend a guide to help navigate all the exhibits at the Anthropology Museum.

Excellent service by Emmanuel, made it intetesting for all ages. Also great service by tour operator Ana.

Daniella was fantastic! Her enthusiasm contagious!