Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups | 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes

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Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups
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$159.34
Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups
2 Adults x $79.67
$159.34
Approx Total
$159.34
Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups
2 Adults x $79.67
$159.34
Approx Total
$159.34
Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups
2 Adults x $79.67
$159.34
Approx Total
$159.34
Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups
2 Adults x $79.67
$159.34
Approx Total
$159.34

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, French
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation

Overview

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.

Meeting points

Our meeting point is at Torre Latinoamericana

End point

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We are going to finish our experience at the main suquare of Mexico City, Zócalo.

Itinerary

  • Mirador Torre Latino

    This corner shows us how Mexico City has evolved throughout its history and its an awesome spot to see all the layers of architecture and stories this walk has to offer.

    30 minutes

  • El Atrio del Templo de San Francisco

    This building tells us about the constructive materials of Mexico City and some of the most important historical processes that made Mexico what it is today.

    25 minutes

  • House of Tiles (Casa de los Azulejos)

    We are going to see a very interesting piece of art in this building, we are going to use its balconies to see other buildings, and we are going to explore it's evolution through almost 300 years.

    25 minutes

  • Palacio de Bellas Artes

    We are going to discuss the historical, political and artistic contexts in which this building and its neighbors were created.

    20 minutes

  • Palacio Postal

    Beautiful post office from the beginning of the XXth Century. We are visiting the inside depending on the time of the day.

    20 minutes

  • Plaza Tolsa

    We are going to explore the eclectic architecture of the city through the different buildings surrounding the statue of Charles the IV of Spain.

    20 minutes

  • Museo del Templo Mayor

    Before finishing our walk, we are going to visit an archeological site right in the center of the city.

    20 minutes

  • Zocalo

    Here we are going to wrap all the stories up, and I can answers questions and make recommendations for the rest of your trip, or next time you visit the city.

    20 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Allotted time for transportation / travel time is already included in the total duration

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Fantastic tour.

Published on Oct, 2024

Excellent tour, guide is very knowledgeable and kind. The tour was very in depth and we felt very comfortable, learned a lot, and saw a lot. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in the local architecture!

Fascinating!

Published on Aug, 2024

Wow! What an amazing walking tour with a spectacular guide! Raul is passionate about the shape and form of Mexico’s history, and his enthusiastic presentation was eye-opening and informative - a wonderful, enriching experience. Muchas gracias, Raul!

Fantastic Tour!!

Published on Aug, 2024

Raul was amazing in so many ways! He communicated with us prior to our tour and was most gracious with waiting for us due to our going to the wrong meeting location. His tour explains so much of the history and architecture of Mexico City. We had been to a few of the locations before but didn’t know the history or background of them. His tour will explain all. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to know and see more of this amazing city!

Amazing Architecture tour!

Published on Jun, 2024

If you look for an enriching, entertaining tour through space and time in the historic center of Mexiko City, definitely go for it. Raúl is super knowledgeable and kind - we did a lot of tours with architectural focus already, this was definitely one of the best.

An immersive introduction to a fascinating city!

Published on May, 2024

Few tours truly deserve the attribute of being eye-opening, but this tour certainly does. With Raúl as your guide, you will be able to lift the veil off the chaotic and somewhat overwhelming place that is Centro Histórico and see not just the area, but the whole of CDMX from a new unique perspective. Thanks to the carefully chosen places on the tour, each of them impressive in a different way, Raúl will help you unpack the many fascinating layers of history that all meet and clash with each other in the city and particularly in Centro Histórico. What is even better, is that through his captivating and passionate storytelling, he will make you discover the connections between the city’s history, its people and its architecture - so much so that even days later, exploring the city, I was able to make observations on the cityscape and architecture I would have never been able to do without this tour. I have rarely taken a tour that was able to achieve such an impact. It thus goes without saying that I can highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to truly understand CDMX and the people it is shaped by - you won’t get a better introduction to this fascinating city than through Raúl. I am very glad I have taken this tour.

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