Epic Centro Histórico Walking Tour
About this experience
What happens on the day
It’s the most complete tour of Centro Histórico that you’ll find! If you have one day to explore this part of the city this is for you. In this epic walking tour we will explore the cultural and historical heart of the city, navigating through its history,culture and eclectic architecture. Walking through Centro is like walking through a giant museum, as it holds hundreds of years of history.We will visit the most important parts and many hidden gems. We will visit It’s park,historical buildings,museums,main streets,incredible rooftops,churches,Zócalo,the Metropolitan Cathedral,Templo Mayor,the main squares and more. The main idea for this tour is to broaden your understanding and image of Mexico City. I’m excited to share with you this immersive and incredible experience. This tour is my Best Seller and I hope you enjoy it! Number of places visiting: 18 Kilometers traveled: 10km Steps: 15,000
What is included
- Tour guide
- All Fees and Taxes
What is not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
Cancellation policy
Refund window
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ day before: 100% refund
- 0–1 day before: 0% refund
Mexicaning confirms the live operator policy with you on WhatsApp before any payment.
Meeting & pickup
Where you start and end
- Pickup: No pickup — meet the guide at the start point.
The day
Itinerary summary
- Barrio Alameda
This is the meeting point and we’ll have an introductory talk so you have more information and context of what you will be experiencing in this tour.
- Alameda Central
We’ll walk through this iconic park and we’ll visit the most important points and you will learn about it’s history and interesting stories.
- Palacio de Bellas Artes
We’ll make a stop at this important landmark and learn about it’s history. We won’t get inside the museum but we’ll have the chance to appreciate it’s beautiful architecture from a great viewpoint.
- House of Tiles
We’ll explore this historical colonial building by visiting it’s important points and it’s hidden gems as we learn about it’s interesting history.
- Palacio Postal
We’ll enter to this gorgeous post office to admire it’s stunning architecture and we’ll learn about it’s history.
- Museo Nacional De Arte
We’ll make a stop at this important building to learn about it’s history. We won’t enter to the museum but we’ll appreciate it’s architecture from the outside.
- Francisco I. Madero Avenue
We’ll walk through this iconic street which is one of the most important in the city. We’ll make many stops at important points so we learn the history and interesting stories.
- Museo Antiguo Palacio de Iturbide
We’ll enter to this historical colonial building that now is a museum so we learn some of it’s interesting stories.
- Museo Del Estanquillo
We’ll visit the rooftop of this beautiful building where we’ll make a break of 10 minutes as we admire the incredible views.
- The Shops at Downtown
We’ll explore this historical colonial building that was converted in a boutique hotel,hostel,shops and restaurants. The shops have crafts of all around Mexico so it’s a great oportunity to appreciate…
- Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico
We’ll enter to this historical building to admire it’s stunning stained glass ceiling and beautiful art nouveau architecture.
- Zocalo
We’ll walk around this iconic swuare which is one of the largest in the world. We’ll learn interesting facts about this place and the sorrounding buildings.
- Catedral Metropolitana de la Ciudad de Mexico
We’ll enter to this monumental cathedral so we appreciate it’s architecture and we’ll learn about it’s history.
- Plaza de Santo Domingo
We’ll make a stop at this important square and we’ll learn the history and interesting stories of all of the sorrounding buildings.
- Murales de Diego Rivera en la Secretaria de Educacion Publica
We’ll enter to this museum to admire the incredibly beautiful murals of Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros
- Museo del Templo Mayor
We’ll make a stop at this historical place and we’ll learn the history of the rise of the Aztec Empire and the conquest of Tenochtitlan.
- Terraza Catedral
We’ll go to this incredible rooftop to have a long break of 30 minutes. We’ll have a drink as we appreciate the best views of Centro Histórico during the sunset.
- Museo de Sitio del Claustro de Sor Juana
We’ll walk through this bustling street full or streetart and many bars.
Before we lock the booking
What the operator needs from you
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- Age category per traveler (adult/child/youth/senior/infant)
- Full first name per traveler
- Full last name per traveler
- Special requirements or dietary needs
Reviews summary
5.0 average rating across 85 reviews in partner review feeds.
Why we picked this
What makes this a Mexicaning shortlist pick
- 5 HR 30 MIN commitment.
- Free cancellation when offered by the operator policy.
- City Tours & Walks — fits the Mexicaning lens.
- This Mexicaning page replaces the partner product page for browsing, date selection and booking request.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No pickup — meet the guide at the start point.