Luis Barragán Tour and hidden gems of Mexico City
Joined 2021
This tour is ideal for those lovers of history and architecture who want to explore a little known part of Mexico City. On this half-day tour, we will visit a wide variety of places, whose architecture is a living testimony of the history of Mexico. We will go from seeing one of the oldest pyramids in the city to one of the most impressive jewels of modern architecture, whose architect Luis Barragán is considered one of the best Mexican architects of the 20th century. You will not regret!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your place e.g. Hotel pick up
- We will go by Uber from your place to the District of Tlalpan located south of the city.
First stop. Archeological site
We will visit the Cuicuilco pyramid, which dates back to times Before our current era.
Second stop. The Capuchinas Chapel
We will get to know the secrets of this fascinating jewel by Luis Barragán, hand in hand with the cloistered nuns who live in this beautiful and peaceful place.
Third stop. Lunch in an old hacienda (Optional)
Very close to the convent there is an old and colorful hacienda that currently serves as a restaurant. Its gastronomic variety, as well as its beautiful gardens with swans and peacocks will make you have a unique culinary experience.
Walking through the streets of Tlalpan
Finally we will walk through some of the streets in the center of this beautiful neighborhood. Whose small-town atmosphere transports us to past times of the City. In addition to learning the history, we will see some sites such as colonial buildings, markets and churches.
Back to your place
We take the way back to your hotel by uber.
Ending Point
At your place
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
* Guide fee
* Transportation by Uber
* Tickets
* Food
Tour Important Information
* The Capuchinas Chapel is only open to the public from Monday to Thursday, so it is not possible to take the tour on other days.
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* It must be taken into account that we will visit an active convent and although it is not a religious tour, visitors are expected to be respectful both with the nuns and with the place.
* The itinerary of this tour can be modified if you require it, however, you should take into account that the convent only offers guided tours from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Teotihuacan if you pay my transportation fee.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2021
About Tour Guide Oskar enrique M.
I am a young historian who has been working as a tour guide for 4 years. During this time I have met people from all over the world, which has taught me a lot about interacting with all kinds of people as well as showing my city in an authentic and interesting way. I like to take people to places that show another side of Mexico City, a closer perspective of how its inhabitants live day to day. I also enjoy taking photographs on my tours.
Reviews
Oanh T.
“Wonderful Tour With Oskar!”
It was our first time in Mexico City and we were concerned about the traffic, language barrier, and safety. Oskar was an amazing guide who accommodated all of the activities and sites we wanted to visit. He showed us around the city and also took us to eat the best local tacos and churros on earth! He spoke perfect Engligh, was kind, considerate, and always on time to pick us up at our hotel. We had the most amazing visit and learned so much from Oskar's rich knowledge of Mexico City's rich history. Oskar's driver was also incredible at navigating the frenzied traffic in and around the city smoothly and allowing us to arrive safely at all of our destinations. We highly recommend Oskar and hope to return again someday to tour with him.
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Oanh! Thank you very much for your words. I appreciate it. I am happy to know you had a good time in the city and learned something from me. That is always one of mymain goals! I have to say thank you to you and your family for your kindness, you treated us very well and made us feel as one of your friends. You have a wonderful family and I wish you the best. God bless you and hope tou see you again some day. All the best Oskar
Alma M.
“Oskar is amazing!”
Oskar is a wonderful guide and an even better person. We couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable, kind and amazing person. This was my third visit to Mexico City, and Oskar made me feel just as amazed by his home country as I did the first time. His knowledge is not limited to art and history, he is also a brilliant mind who knows how to communicate his knowledge and convey his passion for what he does.
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Alma! Thank you so much for your lovely review. I appreciate it. I truly enjoyed hanging out with you and your group for that week. You made me feel like a friend and now I can tell I see you as my friend. I hope to see you again next time you are in Mexico. Thank you so much for your love to my country. All the best Oskar
Maria F.
“Wonderful guide to a wonderful city”
We took two tours with Oskar during our trip to Mexico and are so glad we did. His enthusiasm and passion for the city are contagious. He was able to share his deep knowledge of history with us in a way that was totally accessible for beginners. His English is flawless and he was great with our kids. Getting to meet Oskar was probably the best thing about our vacation. Highly recommend.
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Maria! Thank you for such a lovely review. I appreciate it. Like I said before we said goodbye. You are a wonderful family. I wish you the best to you and your two little kids. Thank you!
$120/ per group
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