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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
Melinda T.
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“Wonderful two tours with Oskar!”
My husband and I and a close friend booked two tours with Oskar during our trip to CDMX. He showed us the famous murals in the Centro one day and designed a customized day for us a second day, during which we visited Casa Pedegro and Tlapan. Both days were spectacular! Oskar is extremely knowledgeable about Mexican history and art and shared what he knew with us enthusiastically. He was a pleasure to spend time with, too. He is kind, courteous, and funny. He’s a gem! We look forward to seeing him again on our next trip to CDMX.
Oskar enrique M.
Hi Melinda! Thank you so much for your review. I really appreciate it and thank you for your kindness and for recommending me to your friends. I really enjoyed spending time with you those two days. You were very thoughtful and I hope to see you again someday! Have a great end of the year! All the best Oskar
Olivera W.
Discover Mexico City with a local (Customizable tour)
“Great day with Oskar”
Spent a day visiting the pyramids and the city proper with Oskar. Loved a little side visit to the Basilica. Oskar had a driver arranged and that worked well. Well informed, kind and flexible. We really enjoyed a full day. Thank you Oskar!
Oskar enrique M.
Hello Olivera! Thank you very much for your review and for your patience with the morning traffic. I appreciate it. I hope you had a good time diving in Baja California and wish you the best for you and your family. You are good people. I hope you come back to this city one day. All the best Oskar
Ronald L.
Discover Mexico City with a local (Customizable tour)
“Discover Mexico City”
This is our second tour with Oskar. He customized it to suit our interests. He is very interesting, knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend!
Oskar enrique M.
Thanks again for your kind review Ronald! I really enjoyed spending that day with you since I felt I was just hanging out with some new friends! I must also say that the farewell hug you gave me at the end was very special for me. Take care! Oskar
$80/ per group
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