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Discover Frida Kahlo's most intimate side visiting the newly opened Red House museum, combined with a lively trajinera boat ride with mariachis in Xochimilco and a guided walk through beautiful Coyoacán.
Enjoy a highly specialized and personalized experience on this exclusive premium tour, beautifully designed to connect you with the richest traditions and history of Mexico City. For your ultimate convenience, the adventure begins with a private pickup directly from your hotel or Airbnb. Our first stop will be the iconic area of Xochimilco, where you will immerse yourself in an atmosphere bursting with joy and heritage. Here, you will experience an unforgettable two-hour journey aboard a traditional, colorful trajinera boat, navigating scenic canals while enjoying a live mariachi music performance.
Next, we will transfer to the charming neighborhood of Coyoacán, famous for its cobblestone streets, vibrant squares, and colonial houses. You will take a guided walking tour through landmarks such as Plaza Hidalgo, Jardín Centenario, and the exterior of the historic San Juan Bautista Parish. Additionally, you will be given free time specially coordinated for lunch—with excellent local recommendations from your guide—and to explore the bustling Coyoacán Market at your own pace, a perfect spot to discover local crafts and traditional snacks.
The absolute highlight of the day is a visit to the newly opened Casa Roja (Red House) museum, the historic family home of Frida Kahlo. This innovative cultural venue reveals a more intimate side of the celebrated artist, showcasing personal belongings, early artworks, and rare photographs that offer a unique, deep perspective on her life and legacy beyond the well-known Blue House. To end this wonderful day on a sweet note, you will savor a delicious, freshly made churro before embarking on a comfortable return transfer directly back to your accommodation.
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Additional Information
● At the end of the booking process, you will be able to provide the address of your accommodation in Mexico City. If you do not wish to be picked up at your accommodation, you can go to the proposed meeting point and indicate this upon completing the booking. The local supplier will contact the passenger prior to the service to confirm the exact pick-up time and point; if you do not receive this communication 24 hours before, it is the passenger's responsibility to contact the telephone number on the voucher
● The day before the experience, we will create a WhatsApp group where we will reconfirm all the details of the pick-up time. If you have a phone with WhatsApp, please inform us at the end of the booking process; otherwise, please contact the local supplier at the telephone number on the voucher to let them know
● Our guide will pick you up directly in the lobby of your hotel or at the main entrance of your accommodation. To ensure a smooth pick-up, please be ready 10 minutes before the agreed time. Pick-ups begin 30 minutes before the start of the activity
● The start time and duration of the tour are approximate and depend on the meeting point and travel time. Please check the information received from the supplier
● Due to government immigration regulations, all passengers must present their passport, whether physical, digital, or photocopied, proving their legal stay in Mexico. If the physical document is not presented, it is necessary to show the passport page with the entry stamp into the country, as well as the page with personal data
● Failure to show up at the check-in time may result in the loss of the tour
● The order of the visits may vary due to operational reasons
● Wheelchair accessible
● For a better experience, it is recommended to dress according to the weather conditions, use sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen, wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring a water bottle
Inclusions
✔ Pick-up and drop-off to and from your accommodation or the proposed meeting point
✔ Certified bilingual tour guide
✔ Mexican churro
✔ Entrance fee to Frida Kahlo's House (Red House)
✔ Trajinera ride in Xochimilco
✔ Mariachi song
✔ Walking tour of Coyoacán
Exclusions
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, food and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations made with less notice or no-shows will not be refunded
Meeting point
Pickup at the client's hotel in Mexico City or at the meeting point at Ángel de la Independencia, Mexico City 06600, Mexico City, MX