CDMX: Xochimilco, Coyoacan with Frida Kahlo & Optional Lunch
Xochimilco, Mexico
Float down the canals of Xochimilco, a UNESCO site, and stroll around the colonial district of Coyoacan on this full-day tour that also explores the world of Frida Kahlo (if option is selected).
Overview
This full-day guided tour in Mexico City suits culture and history enthusiasts interested in art, local traditions, and iconic landmarks.
Highlights
- Take a trajinera boat ride through Xochimilco’s ancient canals
- Admire Diego Rivera’s murals at Mexico’s National Autonomous University (UNAM)
- Explore colonial Coyoacan and its cobblestone streets
- Discover Frida Kahlo’s life and work at either the Frida Kahlo Museum or Casa Kahlo
- Visit the Blue House, Frida Kahlo’s former home, or the modern Casa Kahlo exhibition
Description
Begin at a local artisan cooperative where you can support Mexican makers by browsing handcrafted goods. Then explore Coyoacan, a neighborhood with colonial architecture, leafy streets, and a strong artistic heritage.
Choose between visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum (La Casa Azul), offering original artwork and personal belongings, or the newer Casa Kahlo, which presents a modern, immersive experience with multisensory exhibits. A digital guide is provided in English and Spanish for a self-paced visit.
Next, visit Ciudad Universitaria, home to UNAM, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the famous murals, the Central Library, and the Olympic Stadium shaped like a volcano.
The tour concludes in Xochimilco, where you can take a traditional trajinera boat ride through the canals. Guests selecting the lunch option will enjoy a meal at a local restaurant before the boat ride, surrounded by music and floating vendors.
Includes
- Entrance to Frida Kahlo Museum or Casa Kahlo (if selected)
- Digital guide of Frida Kahlo in English and Spanish
- Transportation to and from the meeting point (hotel pickup with private option)
- Professional certified guide
- Trajinera boat ride in Xochimilco
- Visits to Xochimilco, Coyoacan, and a local artisan cooperative
- Lunch at a local restaurant (if selected)
Excludes
- Drinks
- Tips
Important Information
- The basic tour option (Xochimilco and Coyoacan) does not include food or entry to a Frida Kahlo museum.
- Only one Frida Kahlo museum visit is included per booking: choose either the Frida Kahlo Museum (Blue House) or Casa Kahlo (Red House).
- Lunch is included only if you select that option when booking.
- Note that Casa Kahlo is a new exhibition space featuring Frida Kahlo's personal items and unseen artworks, but it is not her former home and does not include entry to the Frida Kahlo Museum.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your preferred museum option and bring comfortable shoes for walking. The best time to visit is during weekdays to avoid crowds in popular areas.
