Free Tour Mexico City: The Best Introduction

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

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Get to know the essentials of vibrant Mexico City on this guided free walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors to the capital. In about 2.5 hours, you'll discover the secrets of the historic centre, its evolution through three key eras and its colourful day-to-day life.

This tour is available in English or Spanish (choose your language when booking) and starts from the iconic Plaza de la Constitución, where you'll need to look for the green umbrellas to identify the guide.

Explore the heart of the historic centre from Plaza de la Constitución.
Travel through pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican times.
Get local tips for eating and getting around the city.

2.5 hour guided walking tour
Expert local guide in English or Spanish

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This tour is the ideal introduction to get to know Mexico City in a complete, close and entertaining way. Accompanied by a local expert guide, you will walk through the historic centre, declared a World Heritage Site, while discovering how three great periods of Mexican history have coexisted and evolved: pre-Hispanic Mexico, the Viceroyalty and the Republican era.

During the tour you will not only hear historical facts; you will also learn anecdotes about presidents, artists and popular characters, and you will discover how these stories have shaped the city you see today. In addition, your guide will share with you gastronomic recommendations, tips for getting around on public transport and details about everyday life in the capital.

The itinerary also includes secret and picture-perfect corners, as well as explanations about the reasons for the urban layout and the surprising cleanliness of many of the city's central streets. It's an ideal combination of culture, history and practical tips to help you make the most of your stay in the city.

How does a free tour work?

A free tour is a guided walking tour without a fixed price. At the end of the tour, it is you yourself who will evaluate the quality of the service with your contribution to the guide.