San Angel and Chimalistac. Two hidden gems in Mexico City

Art, Culture, & Historical

Oskar enrique M.

5.00(4) reviews
Mexico City
English, Italian, Spanish (Native)
6 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 6 people

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.

Meeting Point

At your place

10:00 AM

Meeting Point at your place

The meeting point can be at your hotel and we will use Uber as transportation

10:00 AM

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.

11:00 AM

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.

01:00 PM

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.

02:00 AM

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.

04:00 AM

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

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guiding fee, the guide’s lunch fee and transportation by uber

What‘s not included

Food or any other expense

Important Information

I can guide you in Teotihuacan if you pay my transportation fee.

• 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.


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

Reviews

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Craig R.

Feb 24, 2023

Just Awesome!

Oskar took care of everything and it was wonderful to spend the day with him!

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Ross B.

Aug 16, 2022

Highly Recommended

Mural tour in the historic center, highly informed, generous, a pleasure to spend the time with.

Oskar enrique M.

Hi Ross! Thank you so much for your review, I really appreciate it. It has been a pleasure to have shared some of my passion for my city with your friends. It is a pity that we did not have the chance to meet each other this time, however, do not hesitate to contact me the next time you are in Mexico City. I promise to give you a discount! All the best. Oskar

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Magali C.

Jun 3, 2022

Excellent!!!

Great Guy!!! Excellent Guide! Oskar is very nice, knowledgeable and puntual! He will explain to you all the options on expenses and will not pressure you for the most expensive. He is very knowledgeable and will explain all details to you! Thank you for making our visit to Mexico so good!!!

Oskar enrique M.

Hi Magali! Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a nice review. It was a pleasure to have met you and to have been part of your experience in Mexico City. Come back soon my friend!

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Cris W.

Mar 27, 2022

Very friendly and helpful guide and a good experience overall

Oskar was very communicative throughout this planned trip, speaking on numerous occasions about the plans, such as times, meeting points etc. I felt very comfortable and consulted throughout the organisation period. The experience itself was well planned and enjoyable. After explaining I don't know much of the city, Oskar met me at my hotel and we travelled down from the centre to the stadium, showing me places and features along the way. I speak absolutely no Spanish at all, so I needed Oskar to help me with practically everything, which he happily did. After the game, he went with me for food, and again, helped explain everything. I would 1,000,000% recommend any tour with Oskar, and I am disappointed that I booked things through TripAdvisor before finding him! Thanks a million!

Oskar enrique M.

Thank you for giving me such a great review Cris! It was so nice to meet you and be part of your trip in Mexico City. I hope that one day you will return to this city and if so, do not hesitate to tell me! I will do the same when I go to England. I hope you continue traveling and visiting football stadiums around the world. All the best. Your friend Oskar

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