Mexico City Uncovered: Secret Corners, Murals and Gems
Historic Center of Mexico City, Mexico
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Explore Mexico City's downtown hidden spots, from Bellas Artes to Casa de los Azulejos, San Francisco Church, Grand Hotel glass ceiling, the Metropolitan Cathedral and end with a delicious dessert.
Highlights
- From first convent to Cathedral in 1 walk
- Why the Cathedral sinks into Aztec ruins
- How Aztec gods hid behind Catholic saints
- Guadalupe miracle & its secret history
Description
Faith, Blood & Miracles - How an Aztec Empire Became the Most Catholic Country Why is Mexico 80% Catholic? The answer is not in the Bible. It's in the stones of downtown. This is not a church tour. It's the story of a spiritual conquest, told church by church, from the first convent to the final Cathedral. We walk the exact street where it all started. Convent of San Francisco - The very first building the Spanish built in Mexico. Hear how 12 Franciscan friars tried to baptize an entire empire and why they failed. Church of La Profesa & Casa de los Azulejos The church that hides a forbidden Jesuit conspiracy and the dark history of the Inquisition in Mexico. Templo de San Felipe Neri & Ex-Convento Understand Syncretism: How natives hid their old gods behind Catholic saints to survive. The Miracle Alley The street of the first Virgin of Guadalupe miracle and where Day of the Dead and Catholicism became one. The Metropolitan Cathedral We don't just enter. You will understand WHY it took 250 years to build, why it sinks, and what Aztec temple is buried right under your feet. Why this tour? - Perfect storytelling flow - one street, one story, from start to finish. - Learn the real history of Guadalupe, the Inquisition, and why Mexicans worship Death. - Small group, one language, max 7 people 2 hours that will change how you see every church in Mexico.Includes
Guided walking tour Visit to the Cathedral of Mexico City Visit to the Convent of the Fransiscans Historian guideExcludes
Any food or drink TransportationImportant Information
- June to mid September is the rainy season in Mexico City, please bring an umbrella or raincoat. Pacing: This tour is tightly scheduled to fit within 2 hours. We spend roughly 15-20 minutes inside each sacred space with brief historical setups outside. Bring comfortable shoes. This tour is aimed for people that want to know more about Catholic history and about the conquest.
