Xochimilco floating gardens, Coyoacan and UNAM murals – Greater Mexico City, Mexico

EXPERIENCE

Coyoacan is one of the most well-preserved colonial areas of Mexico City where Frida Kahlo or the Blue House Museum is. Other famous people lived in this place, such as Leon Trotsky, Hernan Cortes, or El Indio Fernandez. Located only 30 minutes away from the historic center, enjoy the main buildings, coffee shops, colors, and music around the “Plaza of the Coyotes.” observe its artistic and popular colors, or re-visit it at night and enjoy its sounds, its music, the exclusivity of its corners, the charm of its streets, alleys and emblematic places, surrounded by colonial houses, cultural centers, restaurants, bookstores, galleries, and craft houses.
Visit San Juan Bautista Church (if available)

Continue to Xochimilco Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, known as the “floating gardens” aboard a 1 hour in “trajineras,”
colorful boats similar to the gondolas while pass browsing food vendors, artisans, and mariachis. The atmosphere is festive, especially at weekends.

Continue to Campus of University City, UNAM a Mexican public university and is the most important university in Latin America, considering its extensive academic and research work. The Campus is awe-inspiring and highlights its architecture and its integration into the environment. You will have a panoramic visit of one of the largest stone natural murals and the great work of Diego Rivera at the Olimpic Stadium.

HIGHLIGHTS

Ride through Xochimilco floating gardens aboard a colorful trajinera
Walk through the cobblestone streets of Coyoacan neighberhood
Admire the murals from University City

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