Virtual Tour of Chimalistac in Mexico City

Overview 

Join our virtual experience to discover a very well-preserved neighborhood, hidden in one of the most beautiful areas in southern Mexico City. Founded during the Colonial times by the Carmelite order, the Chimalistac neighborhood has been occupied since the Aztec period due to its benign location and wonderful climate. In the past, this quarter was well-known for its amazing fruitful and leafy orchards from the 17th and 18th centuries that inspired prominent painters and even film directors, who captured its beauty in their artworks. Apart from being the scene of important events in the history of the city, Chimalistac is nowadays a neighborhood whose residents are very proud of due to its heritage and culture.

Highlights

• First, have a look at a non-touristic neighborhood in southern Mexico City and enjoy its atmospehere.
• Then, see original picturesque constructions built between the 16th and 18th that still stand.
• Next, learn why this neighborhood has been meaningtul to the locals in the last century.
• Finally, hear the stories about important local characters that lived in the area.

Why take virtual tours with us

• Interactive: each experience is a real-time conversation with a local host.
• Authentic: learn about and discover unique places via live-streaming.
• Convenient: travel without leaving home over a high-speed internet connection.
• Personalized: share your interests with us to customize the experience.

How it works

1. book your date and time;
2. receive a Zoom link from us;
3. connect at the agreed time and enjoy the tour.

Equipment needed: Zoom app (free version is enough); PC, tablet, or smartphone with a mic and speaker (most devices have this built-in); high-speed internet connection (>3 Mbps).

Notes

• For FAQs and more info about virtual tours click here.
• The price is per tour - as many people as you want can attend (sharing 1 screen - 1 Zoom link will be sent).