Private Tour Mexico City (Chapultepec Castle & Zocalo / 9h)

Overview

Join our private tour to get acquainted with Chapultepec, one of the largest city parks in the Western Hemisphere, and the Anthropology Museum. This park hosts the world-famous Castle of Chapultepec, and the National Museum of Anthropology, one of the most visited museums in the country. Also, enjoy a walking tour to discover the UNESCO-listed Historic Center of Mexico City, which offers a huge variety of museums, galleries, and architectural gems, along with bustling nightlife and diverse gastronomic culture.  

Highlights

• See the world’s largest collection of ancient Mexican art accompanied by an expert local guide.
• Learn about the Mesoamerican societies and their historical contributions.
• Get in-depth insights into the history of Mexico at the Castle of Chapultepec.
• Enjoy beautiful interiors and the view of Mexico City from Chapultepec Castle, the only royal castle in the Americas.
• Admire the marvelous UNESCO-listed architecture of Mexico City’s Historic Center.
• Discover amazing buildings around the Zocalo that date back at least from the 16th century.

Itinerary

In the morning, meet your private guide at your accommodation and then head to the National Museum of Anthropology, the largest and most visited museum in Mexico with an astonishing collection of pre-Hispanic artifacts. Learn about the origins of the advanced thousand-year-old Mesoamerican cultures and their valuable heritage in the country such as the Aztecs, Mayans, Olmecs, and Zapotecs, among others.

Afterward, climb up the hill to visit the Chapultepec Castle, one of the foremost symbols of Mexico that carefully preserves its heritage from different significant historical periods. A visit to this castle is like going back in time as it served as the official residence of Viceroys, the emperor Maximilian of Habsburg, and several Mexican presidents.

Later, move to the Historic Center of Mexico City for an optional lunch. Once there, walk down its old streets and visit the vast Metropolitan Cathedral, and learn about the Aztec past of the city in Templo Mayor. Then, feel yourself a representative of the “Belle Epoque” in the imposing building of the Main Post Office and the impressive Palace of Fine Arts. Also, expect many other things: viewing platforms, colorful lanes, and current information about Mexico City,

After a full day of new experiences, return to our vehicle and relax on the way back to your accommodation.

Why go with us

• You will spend the time of the tour purely on sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops/restaurants (unless you ask).
• An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour is fixed and varies just slightly depending on the size of the group.
• We are flexible: we can adjust the program and route to your interests while the duration of the tour can always be extended for an extra fee.

Logistics

DEPARTURE TIME AND LOCATION
Default departure times are 9:00, 10:00, and 11:00 AM, but we can also adjust them per your request. Our guide will meet you up at the requested time and location and might need to contact you by phone. Therefore, please kindly provide a valid phone number during your booking.

TRANSPORT
Complimentary pick-up/drop-off is included: please indicate the exact time and location for your pick-up during your booking (e.g. in the “Special Requirements” field). That is to say, we can pick you up from the following parts of Mexico City: Polanco, Condesa, Roma, and Centro Historico. Other more remote locations might involve an extra fee.

TOUR DURATION AND CUSTOMIZATION
The standard duration of the tour counts from the moment of a meetup till the end of the tour. On the other hand, the tour is customizable which means we can adjust the time you spend at each destination. For example, if you want to visit an extra location (attraction/restaurant/market, etc.), you can do it on a complimentary basis if this visit (1) fits the default duration of the tour and (2) doesn’t involve a major change of the route.

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
Comfortable clothes and shoes;  travel insurance; good mood and curiosity.

Notes

• The type of vehicle used in the tour depends on the size of your group and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.
• This tour is private: only your group will participate.
• Travelers should have a basic physical fitness condition.