Top Mexico City Classes & Workshops

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.

I learned to cook where the best Mexican cooks learn: next to my grandmother. I haven't stopped since. I have degrees in bakery and pastries from the Cloister of Sister Joan, and I just finished studying gastronomy, and together with my mom we have a cafeteria in the city. The kitchen is not my job, it's my world. I have been creating gastronomic experiences for travelers from all over the world for more than a year, and what matters most to me is not that you learn a recipe, but that when you finish you feel that in Mexico you will always have a friend. Each experience is different because each person is different. Welcome to Mexico:)

The chocolate workshop in the Zócalo transports you to the world of chocolate with the help of our professional chocolatiers. With their guidance and experience, they'll guide you step by step through the process of making your own chocolate bars, lollipops, and other specialty chocolates. Sign up now for the chocolate workshop in the Zócalo and discover our chocolate museum in the heart of the city!

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.

Learn the basics of salsa dancing or take your skills to the next level during a small-group evening class in Mexico City. No previous experience or partner is necessary for this fun and laid-back workshop. Afterward the class, you’ll have the confidence to hit the dance floor at one of Mexico City’s clubs and the salsa know-how to impress your friends back home.

The churro classes are a hands-on experience where you learn about the history of churros, how to prepare the dough from scratch, and then practice using a churro machine to make your own churros. Participants can experiment with shapes, including letters and numbers, and enjoy creating and tasting their freshly made churros. We use Google Translate, but if you need a more professional translator, let us know.

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.

Learn to prepare classic Mexican dishes alongside a professional chef with this cooking class in Mexico City's Roma Norte neighborhood. Shop for ingredients at a local market, and then head to a private cooking studio to prepare your 4-course menu with appetizers, mains, and dessert. This tour also includes a tasting of agua fresca and your choice of alcoholic beverage to complement your meal.

Mexico is world famous for its tequila and mezcal, so there’s no better place to create tequila-based cocktails than the capital of Mexico City. In an atmospoheric 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.

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.

Immerse yourself in the delightful art of making authentic Mexican churros paired with rich chocolate ganache. This hands-on culinary experience invites food enthusiasts to explore the history and tradition behind one of Mexico's favorite treats. Guided by a knowledgeable instructor, participants will learn essential techniques and secrets to creating these sweet, crispy delights. Ideal for both seasoned chefs and sweet-toothed novices, this class offers a unique opportunity to connect with local culture and savor the flavors of Mexico.

Learn how to make Mexican food and spend time in a local home with this private experience. Your host and instructor, Margarita, will show you how to make two or three traditional dishes, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available for those with special diets. Once you're done, you'll sit down to feast on your creations.

Engage in a vibrant workshop in Mexico City where you’ll create your very own alebrije, a traditional folk art piece bursting with color and culture. Guided by a local artist, delve into the rich myths behind these enchanting figures as you select your spiritual guide. With expert support, unleash your creativity and paint your alebrije, a unique expression of Mexico’s artistic heritage. At the end of the session, take home your masterpiece, a lasting memory of your exploration into this captivating art form.

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

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 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.

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.

What makes this experience stand out is the real attention to detail and the traveler experience. It’s not just a trajinera ride, it’s an all-inclusive experience carefully designed for you to enjoy, relax and feel attentive at all times. Our tour is designed to create connection, laughter and a fun and competitive atmosphere, always accompanied by excellent quality drinks, traditional food included accompanied by a shot of pulque and a final tasting of mezcal that closes the experience in a special way. We constantly work on innovating and improving, looking for new dynamics, details and surprises that make each tour unique. Many customers return, and that motivates us to always offer something new and something more. Here we take care of every moment so that you leave happy, with the feeling that the value of the experience is noticeable in everything you receive. You don’t just come for a drink, you come to live an authentic and memorable experience in Xochimilco.

Discover the vibrant flavors of Mexico with a hands-on cooking class in Mexico City, led by renowned local chef. Perfect for food enthusiasts and travelers seeking a deeper connection with Mexican culture, this class offers a step-by-step guide to preparing traditional Mexican recipes using fresh, local ingredients. You’ll start by making a green tomatillo salsa and a chunky red salsa, both of which pair beautifully with your homemade guacamole and sirloin and Spanish chorizo campechanos. The chef will also guide you through the process of crafting tortillas from scratch, before finishing with a refreshing lemon sorbet and the rich, sweet taste of dulce de zapote. With ingredients like serrano peppers, masa harina, and Thai peppers, this culinary adventure offers an authentic taste of Mexico. Reserve your spot today for a memorable cooking experience!

The Palacio de Bellas Artes is not only an architectural monument in the heart of Mexico City, it is a fusion of Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles that creates a unique experience that links art and history. Accompanied by an expert guide, you can explore the Palacio de Bellas Artes museum, which houses an impressive collection of Mexican art. Admire masterpieces by legendary artists such as Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Rufino Tamayo, while your guide provides historical context and fascinating details about each piece. In addition, you can immerse yourself in temporary exhibitions of contemporary art and admire the impressive murals housed in the palace. This visit will allow you to appreciate the art and understand the rich history and culture of Mexico in an intimate and personalized way.

Afternoon of Taste and Struggle! Functions: Sunday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday Arena Mexico becomes the perfect setting for a day full of flavor, excitement and tradition. Start with a gastronomic stop that celebrates the best of Mexican cuisine: stalls of tacos and cochinita pibil are lined with aromas that whet your appetite. To accompany, drinks such as fresh waters of horchata, Jamaica or tamarind, and for the larger ones, beers well frozen and micheladas to taste. After enjoying food, be prepared for the most anticipated part of the day: the wrestling feature! A ring is installed in the heart of the arena, where masked, rough and technical, they face each other in a vibrant spectacle that brings everyone to their feet. Between keys, flights and screams from the audience, the energy of Mexican wrestling makes the arena vibrate to the rhythm of art and national sport. An experience for the whole family that mixes culture, gastronomy and adrenaline... You can’t miss it!

Combine two of Mexico’s greatest culinary inventions—mezcal and tacos—on a tour of one of Mexico City's most fascinating neighborhoods. Soak up the electric evening atmosphere as you taste traditional mezcal with an expert, then visit four taquerias for very different takes on the classic dish. Overcome the language barrier and take away a wealth of foodie tips.

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.