San Angel and Chimalistac. Two hidden gems in Mexico City
Joined 2021
Discover the beauty of these two old neighborhoods of Mexico City, whose cobbled streets and colonial buildings show the glorious country past of an area that maintains a balance between the past and modernity. On this tour we will also visit some Museums and Churches, in addition to that you will have the opportunity to taste some of the best gastronomy that this city has for you.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your place
- The meeting point can be at your hotel and we will use Uber as transportation.
Chapel of San Sebastian Martir, Bridge of the Carmelites and La Bombilla Park
We will take a walk through the quiet and quiet streets of Chimmalistac, where we will visit its chapel as well as a bridge built by the Carmelite friars under which a river once passed. Once we get to Parque de la Bombilla, we will walk to the Museo del Carmen, located on the other side of Avenida de los Insurgentes.
Walk in Chimalistac
During our walk through the beautiful and quiet streets of Chimalistac, we will be able to observe various old colonial structures, as well as beautiful houses, fountains and la Bombilla Park.
Walk in San Angel
Once through Chimalistac we will go to San Ángel, where we will be able to appreciate its beautiful churches, parks and colonial residences. We can also visit its market and the historic Casa del Risco, whose central patio houses one of the most beautiful fountains in the city.
Lunch and/or shopping
Also in this area it is possible to visit several boutiques and Mexican handicraft stores that sell artwork of the highest quality.In the same way there are several restaurants that offer both national and international food. It is worth mentioning that on Saturday it is possible to visit the well-known Saturday Bazaar, which consists of an open-air art market where you can see various paintings and crafts made by Mexican artists.
End of the tour
Once we finish with the tour, we will take the way back to your hotel, which will also be done 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
guiding fee, the guide’s lunch fee and transportation by uber
Food or any other expense
Tour Important Information
• This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes
• If you choose to eat at San Ángel local market, take into account that you must pay in cash
• If the weather forecast predicts rain on the day of the tour, you can reschedule for another day or cancel the tour and get your money back.
• Although it does not usually happen, it is possible that some of the churches that we visit are closed for unknown reasons.
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
Craig V.
“Mural Tour at UNAM”
Oskar is a terrific guide, extremely knowledgeable and a great communicator. Setting everything up with Oskar was easy from the get go and we were able to customize our experience with him. If you're looking for a guide in CDMX, I highly recommend Oskar!
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Craig! Thank you so much for your comment. I appreciate your interest in my work. I wish you the best for this year and your future projets. Best regards. Oskar Maldonado
Rafael H.
“Excellent guide”
Oskar was terrific. Extremely knowledgeable and a very nice guy.
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Rafael! Thank you for your review! I appreciat it. I am happy to read you had a good time with me in Mexico City. Take care and hope you come back one day!
Nidhi K.
“Super detailed and comfortable”
Experience with Oskar was great! Oskar arrived exactly on time with the transportation. He was very knowledgeable about the pyramids. His passion for history comes through - not just Mexican history but world cultures and their histories. It was fascinating to hear him connect the dots for us on not just what was happening in Mexico’s history but also what cultures around the world were going through at that time. He patiently answered the questions my 7 yr old had about the Basilica and about religion. He even got my kids ice cream to keep them motivated to walk during the tour given how hot the weather was. We really enjoyed our conversation with Oskar and are glad he helped us explore his city and fall in love with it.
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Nidhi! Thank you so much for such an amazing review! I appreciate it. I had a really good time with you and your family these couple of days we toured around the city. That gift Ivan gave me is one of the most special things a child has ever given me. Thank you so much. I wish you the best and hope you return to Mexico in the future. Muchas gracias amigos!
$80/ per group
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