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Combine Mexico City's cultural and culinary attractions with this convenient e-bike tour. You won't need to research and map out a route and can take in the views while your guide navigates. Cover more ground with less physical exertion than a standard bike, and refuel during the ride during stops to try local food items.

Visit a handful of Mexico City’s most distinctive neighborhoods during this full-day tour that helps first-time visitors get their bearings with ease. Get a close-up peek at colorful murals in University City, pose for photos in front of the iconic Aztec Stadium, explore the lake of Xochimilco by colorful "trajinera" boat, and visit the bright, bohemian neighborhood of Coyoacan, the one-time home of Frida Kahlo.

Visit two of Mexico City's most interesting attractions—the National Museum of Anthropology and Chapultepec Castle—in just a few hours on this half-day walking tour. Your guide helps you navigate the enormous National Museum of Anthropology, which houses the largest collection of traditional Mexican art in the world. Then, discover Chapultepec Castle’s 12 halls filled with royal artifacts and learn about its origins as a retreat for Aztec rulers.

Embark on a profound cultural and historical journey starting at the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where you'll explore the church of Santiago de Tlatelolco and the ruins of a pre-Hispanic city. Continue to the Guadalupe Basilica, climb Tepeyac Hill, and witness the religious and cultural significance of the area. The tour concludes with a visit to Teotihuacan’s awe-inspiring pyramids. Enjoy a three-course lunch and shop for local crafts along the way.

If you’re short on time but want to see what’s beyond Mexico City, this day trip to lovely San Miguel de Allende has you covered. A guide will get you acquainted with the baroque architecture of this colonial city during a tour, including the handicrafts market. Then you’re free to stroll the cobblestone streets on your own in the afternoon. A small group limited to 15 people ensures a personalized atmosphere.

Experience Mexico City like a local on a guided walking tour that helps you navigate bustling markets for a traditional taste of life in the capital. Shop at Mercado Melchor Muzquiz and Mercado Jamaica; taste tacos and tamales, and sip traditional atole. Ride the Mexico City Metro like a local and discover the ingredients and traditions behind salsa making.

Maximize your time in magnificent Mexico on a full-day trip to Puebla, Tonantzintla, and Cholula from Mexico City. With the help of your guide, discover the rich cultural heritage of each city, and marvel at Puebla’s beautiful historical center. Sample each town's enticing range of culinary delights (own expense) and browse a traditional craft market for special souvenirs. Plus, leave all of the planning to someone else.

On this private door-to-door tour, you can avoid the large tour groups and get to know the historic sites just outside Mexico City in the company of just your family and friends. Your personal guide takes you to Tlatelolco, an excavated Aztec zone, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site, before you explore the grandiose pyramids and majestic avenues of mysterious Teotihuacan. Upgrade to include lunch.

Skip generic sightseeing and tap into lucha libre—a high-energy spectacle that can be hard to navigate solo. This experience secures your seat, removes transport guesswork, and adds insider perks such as a souvenir mask. Optional upgrades elevate the night with better views or a taqueria stop, turning a confusing local event into a seamless, immersive Mexico City night out.

Experience some of Mexico City’s important landmarks on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, see the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon at the legendary Teotihuacan, stop by Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, the country’s largest shrine to the beloved Lady of Guadalupe, and explore the pre-Columbian trading center of Tlateloco.

Visit one of central Mexico’s thermal gems, Tolantongo Caves (Grutas Tolantongo). Leaving Mexico City in the morning, we’ll have the whole day to see this beautiful mountainside hot springs area. In the “Hidden Paradise” section, we’ll explore the 40 thermal pools, caves, estuaries, and waterfalls. In the "Paradise Tunnel” area, we’ll find a suspension bridge, restaurant area and zip line. The whole family will love this day of nature, hiking and relaxation.

Visit two of central Mexico’s most historic colonial cities on a full-day excursion from Mexico City. Explore Cuernavaca’s elegant streets before continuing to Taxco, famous for its whitewashed buildings, cobblestone lanes, and centuries-old silver craftsmanship. Enjoy guided tours, optional buffet lunch, and free time to browse local silver shops in the town known as the "World Silver Capital."

Also known as the City of Gods, Teotihuacan was once one of the western hemisphere’s greatest cities. Delve deeper into the UNESCO World Heritage Site than you would alone with a guide who gives insight into the majestic plazas and murals on this half-day trip from Mexico City. Best of all, this early-morning tour lets you beat the crowds.

This guided tour to Xochimilco and Casa Azul offers an incredible value for visitors. When you book, not only do you receive entrance fees to both attractions, but you also have transportation in the bag to the far-flung destinations. Plus, your guide is there to answer any questions throughout the day.

Join us—a collective of Mexican foodies—to find the best tacos and mezcal in the city. At each stop, we'll share with you the history of each taco and drink we try and discuss its cultural influences. In the meantime, we'll stroll through one of the city's most impressive neighborhoods, Colonia Roma. Come hungry, and with good walking shoes! NOTE: No vegan options are available, all tacos contain red meat.

Explore Mexico City’s celebrated murals on this relaxed walking tour through the historic center. With your guide leading the way so you don't have to navigate, marvel at meaningful works by Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, José Clemente Orozco, and other Mexican masters. Enrich your experience by gaining insights into the lives of these influential artists and learning about the impact of their work on local people.

Avoid the challenge of navigating a vast archaeological site and interpreting its history on your own with a private guided visit to Teotihuacán. This early-morning experience brings the ancient city’s pyramids and ceremonial avenues to life through expert storytelling, removing confusion so you can fully appreciate its scale and significance. It’s designed to turn a complex UNESCO site into an accessible, meaningful cultural encounter.

Discover one of the world’s most impressive collections of artifacts from pre-Columbian Maya civilizations through to the Spanish colonial period at Mexico City’s National Museum of Anthropology. An informative guide provides historical and archaeological context to the exhibits, including the Aztec Calendar, reconstructions of Maya tombs, and giant Olmec heads. Learn more about the influence of Mesoamerican cultures on contemporary Mexico than you would wandering the museum on your own.

The cascading hillside pools of Tolantongo Hot Springs are within day-tripping distance of Mexico City, but to get there you really need a car. This private, round-trip transfer makes getting to the hot springs easy and includes admission, so all you need to bring is your towel and swimsuit.

Visit the house where Luis Barragán — the only Mexican architect ever awarded the Pritzker Prize — lived and shaped his style, on the same street as the famous Casa Luis Barragán.

Teotihuacan stuns from any angle, but the best way to appreciate the vastness of this centuries-old archaeological site is from the sky. On this hot-air balloon flight, take in an expansive panorama overlooking the ancient city’s famous pyramids. Upgrade to include transfers from Mexico City and a tasty breakfast inside a cave restaurant.

Drifting down the famous canals of Xochimilco is a must when visiting the area—and most tours end there. But for anyone who wants to put a fun spin on the standard canal cruise circuit, this tour includes live music and premium cocktails, including a tasting of local tequila and mezcal varieties. Listen to stories about the neighborhood from your guide as you sip and take in the colorful scenery.

Skip the hassle of navigating public transport or taxis when visiting Mexico City's top attractions. Instead, opt for this comprehensive full-day tour with hotel pickup, which takes you from the city to Tlatelolco (an archaeological excavation site), the ancient Teotihuacan Pyramids, and the Basilica of Guadalupe—one of Mexico's most celebrated landmarks.

Experience Teotihuacan without the hassle of coordinating transportation, managing schedules, or navigating one of Mexico’s largest archaeological sites on your own. This immersive tour focuses on the ancient city itself, giving you time to explore landmarks such as the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and the Avenue of the Dead without unnecessary detours. With logistics handled for you, you can focus on the history, architecture, and scale of the City of the Gods at a comfortable pace.