Memorial Magic: A Downtown Day of the Dead Tour

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Lovely and colorful markets — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Memorial Magic: A Downtown Day of the Dead Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience the magic of the Day of the Dead with us. On this tour, we will take you through the colorful streets of the historic center and one of the most wonderful flower markets. You will discover our local history, see beautiful altars and ofrendas up close, and try some very tasty local food.

Our guide and founder, Gabriel, or one of our guides, will lead the way. They know a lot about the city and will give you the best recommendations for your stay, making sure you are comfortable the whole time. Get ready for a great adventure!

This is one of the best and most complete tours in Mexico City.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Pata de Perro MX

Ages: Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Snacks
Included: Transportation via METRO (public transportation)
Included: Local bilingual guide
Included: Beverages

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: If you want to use a taxi, the guide can help you to get a safe one. The cost of taxi is not included so please bring cash.
Not included: guide tips

Itinerary

Mercado de Jamaica

one hour

After taking the Metro subway, we're going to take a walk in the flower market. During the Day of the Dead, this means many vendors with the most popular flowers for decorating altars and offerings, such as marigolds, carnations, cempasuchils and others. The atmosphere is unique, colorful, filled with papel picado (cut paper decorations), families buying flowers, and, of course, the classic fruits and vegetables that are common in this market. We will have an esquite here, the famous corn snack we love so much.
Zocalo

one hour

Once again, we'll hop on the metro and head straight to the central plaza "Zócalo", where the city will have some Day of the Dead installations.
Centro Historico

2 hours

From there, we'll take a stroll to enjoy a snack and explore the traditional display of altars created by different local residents and schools along a lovely pedestrian street. We'll make a pit stop to grab a beer and savor some delicious tacos
Alameda

one hour

Our last stop is Alameda Square and Palacio Bellas Artes. Did you know it's the oldest urban park on the continent? Here, we'll admire the space, the surrounding buildings, the sounds, and we'll see altars and people in costumes. It's a very joyful and colorful day in the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet outside a subway station called Centro Medico in Lopez Velarde park in Roma Sur neighborhood. https://maps.app.goo.gl/snGR4rJ6aJD7ivpZA

End point

We'll say our goodbyes here, but don't worry - we won't leave you hanging! We will be happy to recommend more places to explore, activities to enjoy, or hidden gems to discover, so you can keep navigating the city like a local.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Please send us an email if anybody in your party has food restrictions or if anybody in your party has any health problems we should be aware of. (ie. difficulty walking, vision or hearing impairments.)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
We're keeping the crew small and cozy – max 8 awesome folks on this tour!
We'll be strolling and taking the subway. There might be a few stairs here and there, nothing too crazy. It can get pretty crowded and hectic, but trust me, it's the quickest and safest way to get around. I've got your back!
We kick things off at 10:30 AM and wrap up around 3 PM.
Now, if you're vegan, I gotta be honest—it's not a perfect fit. Meat and veggies are gonna share the same cooking surfaces, and not every stop is a veggie haven. But hey, we'll work it out and find some tasty options for you.
Don't forget to bring your water bottle and check the weather report! – just in case!