Top Mexico City Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 2

Explore Teotihuacán with a private guide on this excursion to the famous archaeological site. You'll travel from your Mexico City hotel by private vehicle, arriving early enough to avoid the midday crowds. You will tour the area with a certified guide, who will tell you everything there is to know about Mayan history. After your visit, you will be able to try local drinks such as tequila and mescal before returning to Mexico City.

Enjoy the rare opportunity to immerse yourself in Mexico's traditional Day of the Dead celebrations—and leave the logistics and planning to someone else—on this full-day trip from Mexico City to the town of Mixquic. With comfortable, round-trip bus transit, taking part in the once-a-year celebrations is easy. Boxed lunches and chocolate skulls are also included in the cost, and you'll enjoy an introductory primer to the holiday en route.

Navigate the iconic canals of Xochimilco in a colorful trajinera while enjoying a unique celebration. Unlimited tequila, cold beer and more drinks await, plus authentic flavors that will surprise your palate. Immerse yourself in Mexican culture with traditional games, gastronomic surprises and a special Mexican-style mezcal tasting, accompanied by unique ingredients. The fun doesn’t end here: you’ll receive your photos to relive this unforgettable experience. And there's more... Every detail of this tour is designed for you to live the essence of Xochimilco: from small souvenirs to unexpected moments that we will not reveal yet. This tour, created by two local hosts passionate about their culture and party, is the perfect plan to connect, enjoy and discover the true essence of Mexico. Ready for an adventure that combines flavors, music and tradition? Book now and live the magic of Xochimilco!

Enjoy a hands-on cooking lesson on the Mexican culinary arts during this class in Mexico City. Led by a local chef, this class begins at a local market for a broad overview of local cuisine before heading to the kitchen. Then, dive into tips and techniques for making authentic Mexican dishes using fresh ingredients from the market. Choose between a morning and evening lesson.

Have the special opportunity to see traditional lucha libre wrestling live at Mexico City's Arena Mexico, all thanks to this hassle-free group tour. Before the match, meet your guide at a local taqueria, and savor tacos for dinner, plus drinks. Grab your provided lucha libre mask; then, head straight into the arena with your prebooked admission tickets to enjoy the spectacle in all its glory.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy a peaceful trip through the canals of Xochimilco, listen to the sounds that nature offers us, learn about the flora and fauna of the place. It will be a different trip, the ancient Xochimilco. We will arrive at a chinampa to taste a delicious traditional meal made by the inhabitants of Xochimilco and with local ingredients. We will visit an axolotl farm where you can meet and touch an axolotl, an endemic species of Xochimilco. Tour with history and a lot of tranquility.

Mexico is world famous for its tequila and mezcal, so there’s no better place to create tequila-based cocktails than Mexico City. In an atmospheric speakeasy-style bar, you’ll learn to craft delicious drinks under the guide in a mixologist. Plus, a small group limited to only 10 people ensures you receive personalized attention.

Celebrate Mexico’s most iconic tradition on a magical night journey through the canals of Xochimilco with dinner, drinks and Day of the Dead storytelling. Step aboard a traditional trajinera and experience the spirit of Day of the Dead in one of Mexico City’s most atmospheric settings. Cruise through candlelit canals, enjoy a themed Mexican dinner, sip local drinks, and discover the meaning behind one of the world’s most celebrated cultural traditions. This unforgettable night blends culture, beauty and emotion in a truly unique seasonal experience. Why book this experience? ✔ Seasonal limited-time experience ✔ Night trajinera ride in Xochimilco ✔ Day of the Dead themed dinner ✔ Drinks included ✔ Candlelit canals and festive atmosphere ✔ Unique cultural storytelling ✔ Incredible photo opportunities A rare chance to celebrate one of Mexico’s most beautiful traditions in an authentic and memorable setting

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.

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.

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.

Immerse yourself in the celebration of Day of the Dead with a visit to Casa Día de Muertos. Enjoy this tradition in the most authentic and intimate way all year round even if you don't come to Mexico City in early November. Visit a unique house where multiple artistic interventions related to the Day of the Dead were made, as well as an authentic offering of the celebration. The house is also a crafts workshop and you will have the opportunity to see the artists behind the production of tequila decanter sets exported to more than 20 countries. Live this tradition with your 5 senses with a tour that seeks to merge art with celebration and the history behind the celebration of the Day of the Dead from its ancient origin, the syncretism with the arrival of the Spanish and how it is lived today. All this with the help of artistic interventions that will leave you speechless.

Visit one of the most charming parts of Mexico City on this small-group tour of Coyoacan. Visit the Coyoacán Market, where you can absorb the authentic flavors of Mexico during a lunch of tacos or quesadillas. Then, enjoy entrance to the Frida Kahlo Museum in her former home, Casa Azul, which bursts with the painter’s personality, before returning to the start point.

Explore Mexico City’s most unique nightlife locations during this small-group bar crawl. Get exclusive access to three of Mexico City's best bars—some of which are almost impossible to secure reservations for. Enjoy craft cocktails in settings that may include an upscale sky bar, an insider’s-only speakeasy, and a trendy Roma hotspot. Learn the cultural context behind each establishment as you sample classic and innovative drinks.

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.

Go beyond a typical tasting and gain a deeper understanding of Mexico’s most iconic spirits at the Tequila and Mezcal Museum. Rather than navigating Mexico City’s busy bar scene on your own, learn about the history, production methods, and regional traditions behind tequila and mezcal through expert-led tastings. By the end of the experience, you'll be better equipped to recognize flavors, styles, and what makes each spirit unique.

Discover the culinary riches of Mexico City’s historic center on this half-day walking and tasting tour. Savor authentic Mexican cuisine, designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, as an in-the-know guide takes your small group to a local market, street food stalls, and more. Enjoy a wide range of samples, gain insight into Mexico’s history and culture, and admire the city's historical architecture along the way.

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.

Explore Cuernavaca’s vibrant historic center, rich with colorful exhibits and historic sites. In Ocotepec, dive in authentic traditions, visit local markets, taste traditional treats, and experience the unique "family altars" inside homes, where families share their offerings and hospitality. This tour offers a deep, personal connection to Mexico's most enchanting celebration. You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities and sightseeing: no visits to tourist shops and restaurants.

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.

Travel deep into Mexico’s wine-producing region of Querétaro for a tour of Cavas Freixenet, a winery famous for its sparkling wine. From the vineyards to bottling, you'll learn all about the wine-making process as you descend into underground cellars and taste some of the popular fizz. Then, visit the colonial town of Tepozotlán and admire baroque architecture, as well as religious art. This full-day winery tour from Mexico City includes round-trip hotel transport, so you can enjoy alcohol without driving after.