Architecture and History of Mexico City - Small Groups

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About this activity

We will visit the most important buildings and places that define the History and Architecture of Downtown Mexico City, which, until the late XIXth Century, used to be the entire town.

It sounds crazy but, in the same district. we will find such different buildings of many eras and styles: mexica, barroco novohispano, neoclassicism, eclecticism/porfiriano, art nouveau, art déco/streamline and, of course, the muralist movement, that merged architecture and painting together.

We might bump into some characters like griffins, gargoyles, serpents, snakes, eagles and even mermaids who have lots of things to say about what Mexico City is.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours – 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, French
Operated by: VERBOMOTOR

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Mirador Torre Latino

30 min

This corner shows us how Mexico City has evolved throughout its history and its an awesome spot to see all the layers of architecture and stories this walk has to offer.
El Atrio del Templo de San Francisco

25 min

This building tells us about the constructive materials of Mexico City and some of the most important historical processes that made Mexico what it is today.
House of Tiles

25 min

We are going to see a very interesting piece of art in this building, we are going to use its balconies to see other buildings, and we are going to explore it's evolution through almost 300 years.
Palacio de Bellas Artes

20 min Admission not included

We are going to discuss the historical, political and artistic contexts in which this building and its neighbors were created.
Palacio Postal

20 min

Beautiful post office from the beginning of the XXth Century. We are visiting the inside depending on the time of the day.
Plaza Tolsa

20 min

We are going to explore the eclectic architecture of the city through the different buildings surrounding the statue of Charles the IV of Spain.
Museo del Templo Mayor

20 min

Before finishing our walk, we are going to visit an archeological site right in the center of the city.
Zocalo

20 min Admission included

Here we are going to wrap all the stories up, and I can answers questions and make recommendations for the rest of your trip, or next time you visit the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our meeting point is at Torre Latinoamericana

End point

We are going to finish our experience at the main suquare of Mexico City, Zócalo.

Cancellation

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

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Allotted time for transportation / travel time is already included in the total duration