Xochimilco Tour: Visit Coyoacan and Casa Roja in Mexico City, Mexico City

About this activity

OVERVIEW

During this tour, you will get acquainted with Mexico City‘s districts Xochimilco and Coyoacan, and visit the Casa Kahlo Museum (Casa Roja).

HIGHLIGHTS

Take a private boat ride along UNESCO-listed Xochimilco canals.
Explore old churches & squares of colonial-era Coyoacán.
Step inside Casa Kahlo Museum (Casa Kahlo), view a unique collection of her clothing, letters, and everyday objects.
Opt to browse the traditional market for hand-made souvenirs & local street food.
Discover amazing murals at the largest university in Mexico.

NOTE: Mexico City has several museums dedicated to Frida Kahlo, including Casa Azul, Casa Roja, and the Museo Estudio Frida Kahlo y Diego Rivera. This tour includes entry to Casa Roja, while Casa Azul (the iconic "Blue House" she shared with Diego Rivera) will be viewed from the outside only — interior entry requires a separate reservation and is not included.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Vibe Adventures

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Adults (3–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Boat ride in trajinera in Xochimilco
Included: Private pickup and drop off from your accommodation
Included: Pick up (only for private tours)
Included: Orientation walk of the center of Coyoacan
Included: Orientation walk of UNAM Campus’ murals
Included: Service of a private local guide
Included: Non-alcoholic drinks & snacks
Included: Entrance tickets and guided visit to Anahuacalli Museum and Casa Kahlo (Casa Roja)

Not included

Not included: Pick-up from areas outside pickup area might involve an extra fee (10-40 USD based on the distance)
Not included: Personal travel insurance; meals; personal expenses & tips

Itinerary

Xochimilco

one hour

Xochimilco, which in Nahuatl means “Field of Flowers”, is distinguished by rain canals existing since pre-Hispanic times, when the Mexico Valley was part of a large number of lakes and lagoons, almost in its entirety.

Today a big part of the nature of Xochimilco prevails, combined with cultural elements of its pre-Hispanic origins, art, and colonial culture, marimba, mariachis, parties, and Trajineras (Mexican Gondolas), turning it now into one of the most attractive and interesting places in Mexico City that every visitor wishes to visit.
Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli

one hour Admission included

The name Anahuacalli means "house surrounded by water" in Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs; it was designed by Mexican artist Diego Rivera to house his massive collection of pre-Hispanic art.

The building is made out of the volcanic rock that is prevalent in this area which is also known as "El Pedregal" (the rocky place), due to the eruption of the Xitle volcano.
UNAM Biblioteca central

30 min

It is the main library in the Ciudad Universitaria Campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and holds one of the largest book collections in Mexico.

It is a World Heritage site protected by UNESCO whose facade is covered with various murals, which were desinged by Juan O'Gorman.
Coyoacan

2 hours

Coyoacán, which in Nahuatl means "place of coyotes", is now the most famous neighborhood in the south of Mexico City and has become a rich pocket of art and history since houses lots of cultural places, galleries, and spaces where artists and artisans can promote their works.

Also known as the neighborhood where renowned personalities like Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera or David Alfaro Siqueiros lived and expressed their art, is the perfect place to discover more about Mexico's daily life.
Museo Casa Kahlo

one hour Admission included

Also known as "The Red House", a contemporary museum that offers an intimate look into Frida’s inner world. The exhibits feature personal belongings, photographs, letters, and symbolic elements of her identity and artistry. As you explore the museum, your guide will share insights into the struggles, love, and politics that shaped one of Mexico’s most powerful creative voices.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott (please do not enter and meet your guide outside), close to the Angel of Independence.Make sure your phone number is available on the day of the tour in case th

End point

Meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott (please do not enter and meet your guide outside), close to the Angel of Independence.Make sure your phone number is available on the day of the tour in case th

Using your ticket

You will get a confirmation email once you finish your booking. From this moment your tour is confirmed: just show up agreed time and location (we might contact you for extra info if needed). Please be able to present your booking confirmation or voucher (can be in the electronic version on your phone) to your tour guide upon his/her request.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
IMPORTANT: Frida Kahlo Museum: Mexico City is home to several museums dedicated to Frida Kahlo’s life and art, including Casa Azul, Casa Roja, and the Museo Estudio Frida Kahlo y Diego Rivera. On this tour, we will specifically visit Casa Roja, where you can explore the home that played an important role in her life, and view Casa Azul from the outside, the iconic “Blue House” where Frida lived with Diego Rivera (entry requires prior reservation and is not included).
CONTACT: Please provide a valid contact phone number with the international prefix (e.g., +11111111111) as our guide may need it for pickup. Please ensure it's available on the day of the tour. Alternatively, if we cannot find and reach you, the tour will be considered a no-show.
MEETING POINT: Please note that hotel pickup and drop-off are only included in the private tour option. For the group tour, you will need to meet your guide at the designated meeting point.
PRICE: Please note that the price you paid includes a commission from the online platform where it’s sold—often up to 30%—which limits our flexibility to offer discounts or other price reductions.

Options

Small-group tour

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: we need 3+ participants to confirm the group tour.

PICKUP: not included; meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott, close to the Angel of Independence.

TRANSPORTATION : shared (with other participants in the group tour).

DEPARTURE TIME : fixed

LANGUAGE(S): English & Spanish (our guides are bilingual).

GROUP SIZE: up to 12 travelers.

INCLUSIONS: ✓ Private boat ride in Xochimilco (~1 h); walking tour in Coyoacan, guided visits to Museums. ✖ Transportation not included.
Private Tour

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 1+ (the tour is 100% confirmed for any group size).

PICKUP: included; from your accommodation or any other place of choice in Mexico City (please indicate it during the booking).

TRANSPORTATION : private (just for your group).

DEPARTURE TIME : flexible and can be adjusted to your needs (please indicate it during your booking).

LANGUAGE(S): Most guides speak Spanish & English. Other languages available upon request with possible additional fees.

GROUP SIZE: any (only your group will participate).

INCLUSIONS: ✓ Private boat ride in Xochimilco (~1 h); walking tour in Coyoacan, guided visits to all museums, transportation.