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Luis Barragán Tour and hidden gems of Mexico City
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!
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
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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 guide
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
Mexico City Tour Reviews
Susan W.
Discover Mexico City with a local (Customizable tour)
“Custom tour with Oskar Enrique”
Oscar was a fantastic tour guide. Super knowledgeable, interesting, and informative. He knows a ton about the history of Mexico and was also very knowledgeable about art and architecture. Bonus: His English is superb. We had a great time and would definitely use him again.
Oskar enrique M.
(21 reviews)Hi Susan! Thank you very much for your good review. I apreciate it. I had a great time with you and I am glad you enjoyed seeing the city center even though it was a bit chaotic in the end. I hope you have a good time and thank you for being so kind to me! All the best Oskar
“Perfect Tour Guide”
Oskar is extremely knowledgable and spent so much time explaining the murals to us. We found him to be patient, kind, and so interesting. We highly recommend!
Oskar enrique M.
(21 reviews)Hi Aviva! Thank you so much for such a good review. I hope you have learned something with me and that you come back to Mexico City!! PS. Thanks for the tacos!
Leo D.
Discover Mexico City with a local (Customizable tour)
“Fantastic Tour”
Oskar spoke perfect English and was extremely friendly. He is well educated and his knowledge of history, architecture and culture of the city was appreciated. He was very flexible with his tour and took us to places we would never have found ourselves. A great way to spend our only day in CDMX. Thank you Oskar.
Oskar enrique M.
(21 reviews)Hi Leo! Thank you so much for your good review. You were really awesome and I truly appreciate your patience after all those inconveniences I had on my way to meet you. You were so nice and made me feel so comfortable with you. I hope you had a good time in Costa Rica. All the best Oskar
