Top Activities on the Ground in Central Mexico

Get a local's perspective of Mexico City's culinary hot spot, Polanco, on a small-group food walking tour. An in-the-know guide whisks you around the well-heeled neighborhood to 5–7 different eating venues. Sample Oaxacan, Yucatecan, and traditional dishes, including chocolate and ice-cream desserts, while admiring Polanco’s parks, mansions, and art galleries. Get insights into Mexico City’s culture and cuisine that you wouldn’t get wandering around alone.

Visit the Coyoacan neighborhood by bicycle with a passionate English-speaking host and visit Frida Kahlo Museum without having to wait in long lines with this tour. You'll cycle through the artist's old neighborhood, taking in parks, landmarks, and markets along the way. You'll also stop for churros and tostadas during your trip, wrapping up at the Frida Kahlo Museum, where you’ll get skip-the-line entry and explore at your own pace.

Bicycles + Parks, Monuments and the most iconic places in CDMX = UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE. Visit 19 of the city's highlights on a guided bike tour of Mexico City. Bike through the neighborhoods of Roma, Condesa, Juárez and the Historic Center, marvel at the iconic Chapultepec Forest and more. (3-4 hours). Take your souvenir photos and discover what places you have to visit during your stay in Mexico City. I guarantee you will love this adventure. Please arrive 15 minutes early; Yes, I know it's early, but I assure you that there is no better time to discover CDMX with less traffic, less exposure to the sun and fewer crowds of people to take your souvenir postcards.

Most tours to leafy, picturesque Coyoacan focus only on the Frida Kahlo Museum. For anyone interested in broadening their experience in the former neighborhood of both Frida Kahlo and Diego RIvera, this small-group, half-day bike tour gives a local’s overview as it takes in local parks and marketplaces, street art, and off-the-beaten-track landmarks. Admission to the Frida Kahlo Museum is included, plus a traditional local snack.

Find the vibrant street art hidden all over Mexico City on a guided bike tour that explores some of the city's most colorful neighborhoods. Cycling through the city with a local guide means you'll get insights into the thriving street art scene, from stencils to spray paint, stickers, and murals. Group size is limited to 10 people to ensure a more personalized experience as you go way off the tourist trail to learn about the roots and cutting edge of Mexico City art.

Go beyond Mexico City's historical center on a tour that helps you explore creative Coyoacán and Xochimilco's floating gardens with ease. Let a guide take care of organizing the different aspects of this tour, which you can tailor and upgrade to include entry to the Frida Kahlo Museum or to have a private guide.

Come and fly over the majestic Teotihuacan Valley and see the land "where the gods were created." You have never seen a view as magnificent as one from the skies. If you are visiting Mexico City, you’re just 45 minutes away from a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tour is the winner of the Top 10 Adrenaline Rush Experience in the world by Viator Fly with Volare, Mexico’s leading hot air balloon company with over 15 years of experience. Includes 30 to 50 minute flight in a shared balloon* Mexican breakfast at the balloon port after the flight Coffee break service before the flight Honor toast and diploma upon landing Round-trip transportation from Mexico City (optional)** Extra free time to visit the archeological site (optional)*** Notes In order to bring the best experience for all our passengers, we only fly once per day. Total duration: from 3 to 9 hours (subjected to round-trip transportation options). *Flight duration is subject to weather conditions. **Check the transportation service options available. ***Entrance fee and tour guide for the archeological site not included

Unforgettable experience for mountaineering and nature lovers. Combine the physical challenge of reaching a summit of over 4400 meters with the reward of panoramic views of Mexico’s most important elevations. It is an opportunity to connect and overcome personal boundaries. Prepare for an unforgettable experience that will challenge your senses.

Watching lucha libre (Mexican wrestling) is a must-do activity in Mexico City, but it can feel intimidating to enter the crowded arena on your own. Relax and immerse yourself in the colorful atmosphere with this half-day experience. Sample a Mexican cocktail at a traditional tavern before watching a match at either Arena Mexico or La Arena Coliseo (depending on the day you have booked), two of the country’s most famous lucha libre stadiums.

Explore the historic center of Mexico City during this small-group walking tour. You'll hit up many of the city's most important attractions, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Palacia de Bellas Artes with an expert local guide to provide context and historical information and answer any questions you might have. Plus, exploring on foot lets you get closer to top attractions.

This experience is good for our physical, mental and social health. We will reach the highest and most beautiful viewpoint in the city, called the Pico del Águila and the highest point of the city reaching 3,930 meters above sea level. An experience that they must live at least once in their life. At the end we will have a surprise in recognition of your effort.

A peaceful morning bike ride through Chapultepec Park, one of the largest urban parks globally, offers a unique perspective of Mexico City before it stirs. Navigate through serene paths, picturesque lakes, and historic monuments, all while soaking in the fresh morning air and stunning views. This ride is ideal for those seeking a tranquil experience away from the hustle, blending relaxation with cultural insights about the park's rich history.

Get to know Mexico City through its cuisine on this half-day foodie walking tour of Colonia Roma. This formerly European enclave lined with mansions is now a bohemian hub packed with trendy eateries, shops, and bars. Learn about the neighborhood’s history and development into one of Mexico City’s hottest dining spots as you walk and eat. Samples may include tasty fish tacos, Oaxacan cuisine, mezcal, specialty coffee, and cocktails.

Trek between two of Mexico's best-known volcanoes—Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl—with this tour from Mexico City. Your guide will take you and your fellow adventurers out to Iztaccihuatl - Popocatepetl National Park, where you'll hike through the forest and down into ravines, taking in views of the volcanoes along the way. You'll finish your trip off with a traditional lunch, served up in a local market.

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.

Knowing the best taco spots can be tricky for first-time visitors to Mexico City. Zip between taquerias with ease on a bike tour through Roma and Condesa and enjoy plenty of authentic samples, as well as a refreshing Mezcal and beer, included in the price. Gain an overview of the city as you cycle and benefit from the intimate experience of a small-group tour.

Spend a day amid the monarch butterflies on a private day trip to Santuario del la Mariposa Monarca. Set on a volcanic mountainside, the reserve is one of the best spots in Mexico to see the butterflies as they fly there to survive the winter weather. You’ll reach the site with minimum fuss, with private transport, hotel pickup, and admission organized in advance.

We’ll meet at Food Hood Tours Mexico in Condesa, where we’ll grab a drink and enjoy a tamal or a taco depending on the tour time — breaking the ice with food like true foodies. From here, we’ll ride through Condesa, one of the city’s most beautiful neighborhoods, exploring its leafy streets, Art Deco architecture, and vibrant cafes while learning about its history and culture. Then, we’ll cruise through Roma Norte and visit a bustling traditional market, full of colors, aromas, and flavors. Along the way, you’ll taste tacos, quesadillas, fresh juices, and other local bites — so come hungry, you’ll leave very satisfied! The adventure continues as we cycle to Chapultepec Park, taking in breathtaking city views and exploring the castle while learning more about Mexico City’s past. To close the tour, we’ll enjoy a proper michelada, made the way we drink it in the hood. We want you to feel why we love our city — its people, food, and daily life.

Combine mezcal and Mexican wrestling on a half-day Lucha Libre tour in Mexico City. Discover the fascinating history, rules, and personalities of Lucha Libre over mezcal and guacamole (nonalcoholic options are available) with your former semi-pro luchador guide. Then catch a live match at Arena México, often called Mexico’s “cathedral of Lucha Libre”. Leave with a souvenir luchador mask.

Visit two historic cities without having to uproot and book new accommodation on a full-day tour from Mexico City to Cuernavaca and Taxco. Spend the day exploring colonial architecture, walking cobblestone streets, and browsing the beautifully-worked silver of the ‘World Silver Capital’ without having to let logistic planning get in the way.

Discover more locations in less time during this culinary-focused, half-day Mexico City tour by electric-assisted bike. Explore hip and arty neighborhoods like Roma and Condesa, and see emblematic attractions in the Centro Historica and Bosque de Chapultepec. Small-group guided tours include complimentary bottled water and a free tasting of tacos and churros.

Spend a day in the great outdoors and hike to the top of Mexico’s fifth-highest mountain on this private tour. Alongside your guide, head to the base of La Malinche, an inactive volcano, and begin your trek. Summit the mountain, stop to enjoy the scenery along the way, and eat your lunch (not provided) at a scenic location. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Swap the urban bustle of city life for Mexico’s rolling peaks on this full-day private tour to Nevado de Toluca. Round-trip transfer from your hotel ensures a hassle-free adventure, so you can reserve your energy for your hike, ascending to 14,435 feet (4,400 meters) above sea level. Soak up snowy panoramas, see natural lagoons, and learn more about the region’s history and geography directly from your private guide.