Top Mexico City Classes & Workshops - page 2

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Mexico City with a 3-hour salsa night tour. Be transported to one of the city's premier hot spots, inspired by Cuba and boasting live orchestras. Join people from all around the world in a lesson that pairs educational instruction with playful enjoyment. Give yourself permission to be whisked away on the dance floor while enjoying a complimentary mojito.

Rather than just returning home with memories of Mexican food, learn to cook local dishes yourself during a cooking class that includes cocktails. Ideal for first-time visitors seeking a hands-on cultural experience, this class promises to equip you with the skills needed to create classic Mexican dishes while providing insight into the culture of Mexico’s capital.

Savor meticulously crafted churros in Colonia Juárez. Experience true mastery in fresh, quality churro making that honors a cherished family legacy.

Fresh ingredients, everything from scratch, flavors of our traditional Mexico; everything is set and carefully hand-picked for you to enjoy and live an authentic cultural and gastronomical immersion to the deepest traditions and roots of our ancient Mexican cuisine. Our gastro-cultural experience starts off with a brief introduction to the essential flavors and ingredients of Mexican cuisine at the market. Then, in an ambiance full of joy, music and laughter, we will prepare a full menu with sides, salsa and agua fresca The preparation of tortillas and quesadillas is from scratch, as well as quesadillas, for which we always use artisanal cheese. By the end of the class, we sit down in one table to share the food we just prepared and the experience itself! Mi casa es tu casa, you are always welcome!

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.

Our fun and interactive tour combines education and adventure, where the family can learn about the rich history and ecosystem of Xochimilco, discover the fascinating world of axolotls, and develop their creativity through hands-on activities and games.

Visit Teotihuacan in the early morning for a memorable view of the landmark site on a full-day tour from Mexico City. Afterward, stop at an artisan market, then have time to purchase lunch and refreshments before returning to Mexico City. Your tour includes entrance fees, air-conditioned transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Enjoy a more personal culinary experience than most other visitors to Mexico City get on this private, half-day tour. First, explore a local market with your host, Margarita, and pick up ingredients. Once back in her home, get to work: Together, cook delights such as tortilla or black bean soup, salsa-stuffed chicken breast, and dulce de leche crepes. Pick from plenty of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes.

This is not just a Mezcal tasting class—it’s an immersive cultural experience where you’ll discover the rich traditions behind Mexico’s iconic spirit. Learn about the artisanal process of Mezcal production, explore your favorite flavor profiles, and create a personalized cocktail based on the Mezcal you love most. Perfect for adventure seekers, couples, or groups of friends, this experience offers insider knowledge and hands-on learning. Plus, enjoy a welcome drink to kick off the journey. Whether you're a spirits enthusiast or a curious traveler, this class promises a memorable encounter with local heritage and flavors.

Ideal for art lovers, this guided tour takes in the highlights of the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City— an Art Nouveau masterpiece. But unlike larger tours, this small-group experience gives you plenty of time to ask questions. Listen to stories behind Mexican legends such as Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Rufino Tamayo, and put contemporary art exhibitions in the context of Mexico’s history and culture.

Take an authentic, private cooking class in the colonial neighborhood of San Ángel. Step into the home kitchen of Lucía, a talented cook with a graduate degree in Mexican culinary history. With Lucía’s guiding hand, use fresh, local ingredients to prepare a seasonal menu of dishes like chiles en nogada (meat-filled poblano chilis in a walnut cream sauce) and traditional moles (savory meat dishes cooked in spice and chili sauce). Enjoy your meal in Lucía’s lovely home garden.

Take a few hours to learn the ins and outs of traditional Mexican cuisine—an experience often missed by visitors to Mexico City. The tour begins at a local market, where your guide navigates the crowds and shouting vendors for you. After learning about seasonal ingredients, follow your guide back to their home for an intimate cooking lesson and round out the day with a freshly-prepared meal.

Uncover the rich tapestry of Mexican culture through healing. Engage with a skilled healer who will perform a traditional Mexica corn reading and a Tonalamatl session, offering insights into your soul and destiny, just like the Mexicas/Aztecs used to do. Rather than just hearing about these ancient practices, you’ll have the chance to live them, fostering a deeper understanding of self and heritage. This unique journey invites you to change your perspective and discover how knowing yourself better can transform your life.

This isn’t just a standard dance lesson in a studio—it is an all-access pass to the heartbeat of Mexico City's salsa scene. By pairing you 1-on-1 with a Salsafición instructor inside the world-famous Mama Rumba. You will learn the basics of Cuban Salsa (Salsa Casino) in a private, completely personalized setting and enjoy a traditional mojito. Best of all, your cover is included, meaning you can immediately put your new skills to the test with live music alongside locals and other international visitors as the club transitions into a high-energy party.

Master many moles with this multi-variety mole making workshop. Uncover the incredible breadth of the universe of Mexican mole, make two of the dish's tastiest varieties and dine in decadence! What awaits you is a very complete culinary experience. Your guide will tell you about the fascinating history of mole and give you all the expert tips and tricks you need to get the best possible results when you make it back at home. We can happily plan for most dietary requirements, but unfortunately strict kosher is not possible at this time.

Discover the architectural and cultural delights of Taxco and Cuernavaca without having to worry about sorting out transportation on an enriching full-day excursion from Mexico City. With a guide to lead the way, visit Taxco, a unique colonial town renowned for its silver works, and gaze at the majestic 16th-century Santa Prisca Church, with the option to upgrade to visit a pre-Hispanic mine.

Immerse yourself in Mexican culture with this hands-on cooking experience! Start your day with a traditional breakfast in vibrant Coyoacán, then shop for fresh ingredients at a local market with a professional chef. At the chef's home, learn to prepare a full Mexican menu of your choice—appetizer, starter, main course, dessert, and drink. Enjoy a mezcal tasting featuring three distinct varieties before savoring your culinary creations. Connect with locals and gain authentic insight into Mexican traditions in this unforgettable experience.

Get away from the party tours and live this authentic cultural experience that is part of the UNESCO catalog for Mexico City

Learn about Frida Kahlo in her former home, now a museum, with a local guide. You'll not only see a large assortment of the artist's works, but you'll also see many of her personal effects, from clothing to photos to prosthetics. You'll also learn about her romance with the famous artist Diego Rivera on this small-group tour.

Have a classic Mexico City experience with a tour that combines two of the city’s most fun activities, with everything arranged and explained by your guide. First, head to a bar where you’ll learn about and taste tequila, six types of mezcal, chapulines (edible grasshoppers), and four kinds of Oaxacan chocolate. Then, listen as your guide explains everything there is to know about lucha libre (Mexican wrestling) before taking you to the nearby arena to attend a match together.

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.

Escape frenzied Mexico City and enjoy time in nature while engaging in a fun and relaxing activity. This half-day excursion is one of the only tours to take travelers fly fishing from Mexico City, with all logistics, gear, transportation, and a local lunch included. You’ll enjoy personal attention from your expert guide who will teach your small group how to fly fish, for a truly unique experience in Mexico.

Experience the excitement of a live football (soccer) match in Mexico City without the hassle of organizing it yourself. Don’t worry about reserving a ticket or traffic getting to the match; instead, you’ll get a great seat, safe transportation, food, and drinks—beer included. Cheer on your favorite team and get driven to and from the stadium in style. Transportation is comfortable and well-paced to help you enjoy every moment.

Avoid the tourist crowds on a private tour to Teotihuacan, taking advantage of early pickup from your hotel to gain the best views of the ancient site before other tours arrive. Benefit from your professional guide’s full attention as you explore the pre-hispanic monument together.