Mexico City: Historic Center Walking Tour and Bellas Artes
Historic Center of Mexico City, Mexico
Immerse yourself in the history of Mexico City on a guided walking tour of the historic center. Visit the most iconic sites as well as some hidden gems.
Overview
This guided tour explores Mexico City’s historic center, ideal for visitors interested in culture, history, and architecture.
Highlights
- Explore the historic center of Mexico City
- Visit the largest cathedral in Latin America, the Metropolitan Cathedral
- Admire art nouveau at one of the city’s most beautiful hotels
- Tour the Palace of Iturbide and view top exhibitions
- Discover the architecture of the Palace of Fine Arts
Description
Discover Mexico City’s historic center, home to more than 180 museums and rich cultural heritage. Visit key sites such as the Templo Mayor, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Palace of Iturbide.
Start at the Templo Mayor, the main ceremonial and spiritual center of the Mexicas. Enter the Metropolitan Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Latin America, built atop pre-Hispanic ruins.
See representations of Tenochtitlan in its prime and visit a metro station featuring the symbol given by Huitzilopochtli, the solar god of war, which appears on the Mexican flag. Learn about Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes and view a mural depicting his encounter with the Mexica emperor Moctezuma.
Visit a renowned hotel with notable art nouveau decoration. Continue to the Palace of Iturbide, once home to Mexico’s first emperor, and the iconic House of Tiles.
Explore the Palacio de Bellas Artes, one of the world’s most beautiful opera houses. Admire murals by Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Jose Clemente Orozco. The tour concludes with a visit to one of the city’s oldest bakeries where you will receive a traditional bread.
Includes
- Guided tour of Mexico City’s historic center
- Visit to the ruins of the Mexicas, Templo Mayor (outside)
- Entry to the Metropolitan Cathedral
- Entry to the Gran Hotel de Mexico
- Viewing a mural depicting Hernan Cortes and Moctezuma
- Visit to the Palace of Iturbide
- Entry to the House of Tiles
- Entrance to the Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts)
- Visit to one of the oldest bakeries in the city (includes one bread)
Excludes
- Meals and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Ticket to Templo Mayor (unless option selected)
To reduce plastic waste, please bring your own water bottle.
Important Information
- Wear comfortable walking shoes; expect a significant amount of walking
- Be prepared for varying weather conditions
- Photography is allowed; flash photography is prohibited in some areas
- Food and drinks are not allowed inside certain venues
- Smoking is prohibited during the tour
- All experiences are subject to availability and may change without prior notice due to circumstances beyond our control
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
