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    HÉCTOR INFANZÓN, 50 Aniversario ANDANDO.
    Live Music

    HÉCTOR INFANZÓN, 50 Aniversario ANDANDO.

    Majo Cornejo presenta: "Gallo Drito"
    Live Music

    Majo Cornejo presenta: "Gallo Drito"

    MÉXICO INDÍGENA Y MESTIZO Un programa para celebrar la grandeza de Méx
    Museums

    MÉXICO INDÍGENA Y MESTIZO Un programa para celebrar la grandeza de Méx

    Alexa Tarantino Quartet
    Live Music

    Alexa Tarantino Quartet

    Tradición Del Caribe, producción de Silvia Lozano
    Museums

    Tradición Del Caribe, producción de Silvia Lozano

    Orquesta Típica García Blanco presenta: ¡Esto es México!
    Museums

    Orquesta Típica García Blanco presenta: ¡Esto es México!

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    Mexico City Markets and Teotihuacan Pyramids - Private Tour
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, History

    Mexico City Markets and Teotihuacan Pyramids - Private Tour

    This full-day Mexico City tour will give you an incredibly in-depth local experience, from the bustle of the city to the peace of the suburbs and the serenity of Teotihuacan on the outskirts of the city. We will meet at the Fine Arts Museum where we will take a public electric bus to the Nort Bus Station. The ride will take around 20 min. There we will need to wait for a bus (around 20 minutes) that will take us to the Pyramids. After 1 hour and a half of the countryside ride, we’ll begin experiencing the Teotihuacan Pyramids, “where the men become gods”. Walking through the Teotihuacan Pyramids is like taking a step back in time. We’ll begin our visit at the impressive Moon Pyramid, with a guided Teotihuacan tour to learn about the history, meaning, and architecture of one of the most representative icons of Latin America. Our exploration continues with a walk through the Calzada de los Muertos (Dead Pass) to reach the Sun Pyramid, which is the tallest and most spectacular in the area. Across the Pyramid of the Moon stands La Ciudadela (the Citadel), a large ceremonial courtyard that contains the Temple of Quetzalcoatl. We will have the chance to climb up to the top - without the morning crowds, we’ll have the whole temple to ourselves! Once on top, you will feel the amazing energy that flows through the pyramids, and you will feel fully recharged and peaceful! You will have some time to relax and enjoy the pyramids before we continue our walking tour through the streets of a local town and make two stops that will give you a deeper understanding of the local way of life outside the big cities. We will visit a local family and discover that cactus is an important cultural and historical symbol in Mexico. It might surprise you to learn that cactus is a staple in Mexican cuisine! The cherry on top of our big day will be lunch! We’ll be welcomed into a local family’s home to see how locals live outside Mexico City. Here, we’ll enjoy some real local flavours of typical Mexican kitchens served by one or two of the family members. For lunch, you can expect a main meal: chicken with cactus, potatoes, rice, and tlacoyo. Products are straight from local organic farms. Delicious! After lunch, we’ll head back to Mexico City, happy, full, and enriched by our exciting day exploring local life, ancient pyramids, and delicious food! New Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour
    • By visiting and paying an entrance fee to the Pyramids, this tour helps preserve the local historical heritage.
    Full Six Flags: Shuttle, Tickets and Lunch
    Day Trips, Outdoors, Theme Parks

    Full Six Flags: Shuttle, Tickets and Lunch

    Includes: • Six Flags General Admission • Lunch and beverage • Free time to discover the 48 attractions • Round air-conditioned transportation • Travel insurance on board This pass includes general admission to Six Flags, a valid voucher at the park's restaurants that includes a 22 oz drink and round trip transportation from your hotel. Enjoy the 48 rides full of adrenaline, extreme games, children's and for the whole family. In addition, shows with characters like the Looney Tunes and Batman. Do not miss the best attractions of the park: Medusa, Superman "The Last Escape", Boomerang and much more. Six Flags is a park that guarantees fun for the whole family. Visit it now! Languages Spanish and English. Inclusions: Lunch Soft drinks Tickets Transport Travel Insurance Important Info: Please note that excursions may be subject to change or not available during adverse weather conditions.;Bring comfortable clothes Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Teotihuacán Bike Tour with Transfers
    Day Trips, Outdoors

    Teotihuacán Bike Tour with Transfers

    Begin your day walking down the mythical Avenue of the Dead lined with vestiges of a magnificent civilization in the pre-Columbian Americas. The guide will tell you about this mythical civilization, you will have a different perspective of the Pyramids of Teotihuacan. Continue with a bike ride through the Teotihuacán valley and enjoy the fantastic views of the area. Visit the Magical Town of San Martín de las Pirámides and explore a cave where your guide will talk to you about the importance of worldview in ancient culture. Visit a craft workshop where you will learn about precious stones, such as obsidian, and here you will also have the opportunity to taste the traditional Mexican alcoholic drink pulque, a fermented agave sap drink. Your tour will end with a tasty lunch (no drinks included) and will return to Mexico City at approximately 4:00 PM (depending on traffic conditions). Inclusions: Bicylcle Lunch Archaeological site admission fee Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Guide Exclusions: Drinks Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Turibus Mexico City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
    Guided Tours, Hop On Hop Off, Small Group Tours

    Turibus Mexico City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

    Discover Mexico City by taking the official sightseeing tour of the city. Hop on one of our splendid Turibus double-decker buses while you enjoy amazing panoramic views. This is the best and most unique way to get around Mexico City and discover the most famous sites and attractions. You can travel freely around the city, hopping on and off at any of our official stops as many times as you desire, all with only one ticket. Mexico City is one of the biggest and most cosmopolitan cities in the world, it is also called the City of Museums due to its wide variety of museums scattered throughout the city like the Museum of Anthropology and History, Rufino Tamayo Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Soumaya Museum, Frida Kahlo Museum, just to name a few. It has trendy neighborhoods like the Historic Center, Xochimilco, or Coyoacán where you can learn and experience first-hand the customs and traditions of Mexico. The city also has excellent hotels, shopping malls, top-rated bars, and restaurants where world-known chefs have found the inspiration for their wonderful dishes, nightclubs, all types of shows and festivals, culture, and entertainment. The city throbs with people, the hustle and bustle, and life! Routes -Circuito Centro Histórico: Every 30 minutes
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    Explore Xochimilco and Coyoacan Frida's Neighborhood
    Day Trips, Guided Tours

    Explore Xochimilco and Coyoacan Frida's Neighborhood

    The tour begins by walking through the fascinating and lively streets of Mexico City, heading south to reach the magnificent canals and floating gardens of Xochimilco . These impressive canals will not only captivate you with their natural beauty, but their colourful handcrafted decoration adds a touch of magic to the place. Explore them aboard a traditional 'trajinera' while enjoying the carefree and happy vibrant sound of traditional Mexican music in the background. To end this experience, walk the streets of Coyoacán , a traditional neighborhood whit temples, traditional houses, markets and parks, as well the famous Casa Azul, oficial home and now a museum of Frida Kahlo . Visit the neighborhood's characteristic markets, cafes and bookstores and get an exact idea of ​​the Mexican lifestyle in the golden age. Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Transport Exclusions: Entrance fee Lunch Drinks Bilingual guide Important Info: We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Hop On-Hop Off Capital Bus
    Guided Tours

    Hop On-Hop Off Capital Bus

    Capital Bus offers a high-quality tourist transportation service that gives tourists and residents total freedom to appreciate the main tourist attractions of the city, through:
    • Circuit tours in double-floor buses.
    Mexico City by Night: Cantinas, Mariachi and Lucha Libre Tour
    Guided Tours, History

    Mexico City by Night: Cantinas, Mariachi and Lucha Libre Tour

    Get amongst Mexico's Holy Trinity of entertainment: Cantinas, Mariachi and Lucha Libre wrestling. Sip some tequila at a cantina, shuffle and sway to Mariachi music, and watch masked wrestlers dive, fly, writhe, and grandstand for the audience - all on this Mexico City tour you'd be loco to miss. Enjoy an unforgettable tour in Mexico City Put your wrestler mask on and cheer on your new favourite wrestler at a lucha libre free-style wrestling match Visit the Tequila and Mezcal Museum and get clued up about Mexican drinking culture from your local guide Sing and dance your heart out to the sounds of Mariachi and other Mexican rhythms at the Mexican musician square. Ready to get up close and personal with one of Mexico’s most popular sports? It’s going to get exciting! Our unique Mexico City tour (say that ten times fast!) starts at a typical Mexican pub called a cantina. Here, you’ll enjoy a couple drinks (at your own expense) and get to know the rest of the travelers on your tour. Most importantly, though, your local Urban Adventures guide will give you a briefing of what’s in store for the rest of the evening, including the basic rules of the eccentric lucha libre. As we drink, you’ll learn about the story of tequila and mezcal, and your guide will get you up to date on Mexico’s world famous party culture, from mariachis and jarochos to banda music. To keep the excitement going, we’ll head to another cantina by the Mexican musician’s square of Garibaldi, where we will experience Mexican Mariachi music and many other Mexican music bands. We’ll enjoy the atmosphere of the square for about an hour before heading out to the arena to support the best “Luchadores” of the country. Lucha libre (aka Mexican wrestling), is the second-most watched sport in Mexico, and hands down one of the most exciting things you can do while visiting Mexico City. For a truly local experience, we’ll hop on the subway to the Arena Mexico to catch the fight. We’ll get you good seats in the arena so you can truly live the experience and see the best matches. Immerse yourself in the crazy, exciting, energetic atmosphere of the arena and really get into it - scream and whistle whatever you want, while you experience unique and dramatic lucha libre moves like La Quebradora, El Martineta, La Segadora, and many others. You’ll watch some of the best wrestlers in the country in an experience that will leave you awestruck for the two hours you spend at the lucha libre. At the end of this unreal experience, you will have time to buy some souvenirs, like the mask of the best wrestler you saw in the show, so you can take some fun photos with your masks on. After all the dancing, singing, drinking, and cheering, we’ll be ready to go back to where it all began, our meeting point, where your guide will offer suggestions for where to continue the party. If you prefer to hit the hay, you can take a cab back to your hotel with the help of your local tour guide. Inclusions: Tickets Public transportation Souvenir English speaking guide. Exclusions: Meal Drinks Important Info: Warm jacket and raincoat depending on the time of the year. ;Minimum Age: 21 years old Fitness level required: Fit to walk. Recommended good walking shoes, hat & water. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Tacos and Mezcal Tour
    Family Friendly, Food, Nightlife, Romantic

    Tacos and Mezcal Tour

    You can’t possibly visit Mexico City in the heart of Mexico and pass up the chance to rub shoulders with the locals as you feast out on the locally and globally loved tacos! Whether you’re a veggie, a vegan or a good old fashioned meat-eater; you’re sure find to something right up your street! You can pick to try out the corn based tortilla, if on the other hand wheat is more your cup of tea: feel free to stick to that one if you fancy it. Maybe you are a seafood fiend or perhaps pork tickles your fancy? Fear not because the taquerias (taco joints) have got you covered. Not only is this a chance to get your teeth in to the culture (literally) and see what goes on as day turns to night. After a few tequilas and more than a thimble full of Dutch courage, you could even brush up on your Spanglish and have a chinwag with the locals. You’d be wild to not fall in love with tacos after this night on the town, that’s if you weren’t already. Needless to say, you are going to delight in the traditional tipple of Mezcal! You’ll be shown around by our top-notch Mezcal Master who is sure to make absolutely sure that you wind your way around the best spots in town and leave no stone unturned when it comes to the must-see places. As is the norm, the taste can change a little depending on who has made it so you could get treated to a whole bunch of flavours from smoky to sweet or there may even be a more floral or herbal feel to it. This journey certainly doesn’t disappoint and you’ll wander away knowing much more about the gastronomic culture and pre-Hispanic past and what’s more you’ll have done it all first-hand. Meeting point Serapio Rendón 27, San Rafael, Cuauhtémoc, 06470 Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance. Inclusions: Meal Drinks Tickets Transport Guide Important Info: We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Colonia Roma Food Tour
    Family Friendly, Food, Guided Tours, Nightlife, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Colonia Roma Food Tour

    Become a Mexican food expert in 3. 5 hours! - Explore amazing tastes, sights and sounds of the culinary state-of-the-art Colonia Roma. Seek out traditional ‘mom and pop’ specialty food shops, ethnic eateries, and charming neighborhood restaurants. So go ahead and feel good about indulging your taste buds – its fuel for the body, replenishment for the soul, and a chance to forge lasting relationships. You’ll experience the life of a Chilango! - Learn about the history, culture, architecture, and entertainment offerings that make Colonia Roma the trendiest spot in Mexico City. Discover the more than 100-year-old neighborhood, architectural gems, beautiful gardens, historic mansions, plus much more! Languages English and Spanish Others Tour takes place come rain or shine. We recommend to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Food options for vegetarians, vegans, allergies and food restrictions Inclusions: Meal Tickets Drinks Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Flight by Hot Air Balloon and Visit of Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine - Full-D
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, Outdoors

    Flight by Hot Air Balloon and Visit of Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine - Full-D

    Imagine flying through the sky in a hot air balloon , enjoying with friends or family. The tour lets you live this experience on a unique stage in the world. You will spend between 45 minutes and an hour in the air as the balloon flies in the direction of the wind allowing you incredible panoramic sunrise shots of the archaeological site of Teotihuacan. Continue this experience with a guided excursion that will take you to the spiritual heart of Mexico, visiting two of the most important areas of this fascinating country: the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Guadalupe and the Teotihuacán pyramids. Accompanied by your guide, you will explore the magnificent pyramids of the Sun and the Moon , the Avenue of the Dead , and the Temples of Quetzalcóatl and the Butterflies . Later we will visit the sanctuary of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the most visited religious place in Latin America , built in 1531 after a peasant from the area had a vision of a girl surrounded by light, asking to build a church in her honour. She identified herself as the Virgin Mary and left an image of herself miraculously imprinted on the peasant's cloak. Inclusions: Breakfast Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Coffee Wine Exclusions: Lunch Photos Bilingual guide Important Info: As this tour involves a fair amount of walking, please wear comfortable shoes. bring comfortable clothes. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Xochimilco Floating Gardens - Half-Day Tour
    Boat Tours, Day Trips, Guided Tours, History

    Xochimilco Floating Gardens - Half-Day Tour

    Experience Xochimilco a UNESCO site one of the last traces of the Aztec era , on a traditional Trajinera boat tour. Play Mexican board games and enjoy. The tour begins by walking through the fascinating and lively streets of Mexico City, heading south to reach the magnificent canals and floating gardens of Xochimilco. These impressive canals will captivate you with their natural beauty, and their colorful handcrafted decoration adds a touch of magic to the place. Explore them aboard a traditional 'trajinera' while enjoying the carefree and happy vibrant sound of traditional Mexican music in the background. Inclusions: Transport Boat Ride Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Exclusions: Bilingual guide Drinks Meal Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process.;We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    San Miguel de Allende in one day from Mexico City
    Day Trips, Guided Tours

    San Miguel de Allende in one day from Mexico City

    While you are in Mexico City, do not miss the opportunity to visit one of the main colonial cities in Mexico: San Miguel de Allende in Guanajuato , which was declared the best city in the world in
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    Friends and Chocolate Tour
    Food, Guided Tours, Nightlife, Small Group Tours

    Friends and Chocolate Tour

    A Mexico City chocolate tasting with friends...what could be better? Open your senses and discover the world of Mexican chocolate, from bean to bar. We’ll explore different varieties and make exciting food pairings. Let your imagination and spirit take you on a journey. Our chocolatier will guide you throughout this chocolate experience as you encounter complex flavors and indulgent aromas. As you follow the tasting techniques, your palate will discover the uniqueness of Mexican cacao. Our pairings will involve classic flavor combinations along with some more unexpected delights. Be creative. Dare yourself: six different chocolates and ten elements to pair. Mix, blend, and savor. Make friends and enjoy chocolate. What is Mexican Chocolate? Cacao is native to Mexico and has been used in the preparation of chocolate for thousands of years. Today, Chiapas, Tabasco, and Guerrero are the main chocolate-producing states. From its earliest history up to the present day, chocolate has been central to Mexican food culture. With our Friends and Chocolate tour, you will learn about the fascinating history of a food that has come to be adored the world over. " Inclusions: Food Tasting chocolate Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Palaces and Historical Buildings - Half-Day Tour
    Fast Track, Guided Tours, History

    Palaces and Historical Buildings - Half-Day Tour

    Mexico City has had a historic journey over the years. It was the ancient capital of the Aztec Empire, and after the Spanish occupation, many cathedrals and buildings were built as historical landmarks of the city , which remain as key points of Mexico City today. On this tour you will visit the most important highlights in CDMX . The National Museum of Art is the palace of Mexican art from the second half of the 16th century to the first half of the 20th century. It is located in the historic centre of the city, where you will also find other interesting historical buildings. The National Bank of Mexico will give you an idea of the country's economy. It's where the Mexican peso, the national currency, was born and where the economy begins to circulate. Definitely an imperial building full of offices and floors with a thousand stories to tell. Another building not to be missed is the Palacio de Correos de México . Also known as the "Correo Mayor", it offers a variety of architectural styles from around the world and gilded details that will take your breath away. Finally, the Palacio de Bellas Artes , the focal point of the country's artistic and cultural activities. It is an outstanding building with beautiful murals by famous Mexican artists, a bronze entrance and magnificent white marble interiors. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this historic journey via CDMX! Inclusions: Tickets Guide Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off Drinks Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Coyoacan Street Tacos Food Tour by Chef Abel Hernandez
    Food, Guided Tours, Nightlife, Small Group Tours

    Coyoacan Street Tacos Food Tour by Chef Abel Hernandez

    Renowned chef Abel Hernandez has crafted a unique tour of Coyacán in Mexico City, blending culture and culinary specialties for an unforgettable experience. Coyoacán, filled with colonial heritage, showcases 16th century churches, convents, and homes adorned with colorful facades and traditional plazas. The neighborhood has a rich artistic legacy, once home to prominent figures like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Visitors can enjoy traditional Mexican dishes, street food, and international cuisine in charming settings. Our journey begins at a typical Mexican food court where we will initiate our tastings, giving you insight into the local life in Mexico through the vibe and dynamics. Then, we’ll explore a local market, diving into Mexican gastronomy with insights into spices, ingredients, and moles. At Coyoacán’s market, we’ll indulge in fresh, local tacos and gorditas. Even if Mexican food has hundreds of years of history, there is always the one that created the first taco. Our tour continues with a visit to the taquería known for creating the first El Pastor, where we’ll savor the authenticity of their kitchen. Another taqueria waits, where you will be able to enjoy traditional Mexican sweets. Chef Abel Hernandez has carefully curated an array of options to ensure an exceptional culinary adventure in this vibrant neighborhood. Whether you’re sampling historic dishes or contemporary flavors, the selection promises to be impressive. Inclusions: Guide Drinks Dessert Tacos Exclusions: Transport Important Info: Casual wear Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

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