Mexico City: Historic Downtown Walking Tour – Greater Mexico City, Mexico

EXPERIENCE

Get a fascinating introduction to Mexico City and its historic downtown on a walking tour. Follow a certified and local guide and visit important landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral, the ruins of the ancient Aztec city, and the impressive Post Office building.

Learn about Mexico’s culture from your experienced guide, who will introduce you to the city’s 700+ years of history, its eclectic architecture, and colorful traditions.

Start your tour of the ‘Centro Histórico’, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, inside the Metropolitan Cathedral, which was the biggest church in the Americas for over 3 centuries.

Walk on the giant Zocalo square, referred to as the heart of Mexico, and see the resting place of the Spanish conqueror Hernan Cortes.

Stand next to the ruins of the ancient Aztec city. Continue onto the mesmerizing Post Office Building and then marvel at the beautiful architecture of the Palace of Fine Arts.

Step inside a traditional Mexican bakery to see, and taste if you’d like, the incredible variety of typical Mexican sweet bread.

HIGHLIGHTS

Discover Mexico City’s historic downtown alongside a local guide
Go inside the Metropolitan Cathedral and the beautiful Post Office Building
See the ruins the ancient Aztec city and explore the Zocalo square
Visit an amazing department store with a extravagant stain-glass ceiling
Marvel at the bread choices inside a traditional Mexican bakery

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