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A historic church with intricate architecture and a prominent bell tower. 1
A bustling market with various stalls, including one with colorful shoes and another with a sign reading 'Palma.' 2
An ornate church interior with a red carpet aisle, religious statues, and a large mural on the wall. 3
A street with colorful graffiti, shops, and a staircase leading to an upper level. 4
A building facade with ornate blue and white tile patterns and a detailed stone carving. 5

Centro Histórico: The Back Alley

By Chilantours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,596 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Come discover with us the least touristy side of Mexico City’s Historical Center. Wander some of the most historic, noisiest quarters and encounter the city's oldest house, an impressive collection of Diego Rivera's murals, and a seventeenth-century foundry. Marvel at stunning Baroque architecture in a sixteenth-century church and charming hidden chapels tucked among vibrant street stands. Walk the alleys, squares, and corridors with a local guide and experience the authentic sounds, colors, and hidden gems of this city.

Activity location

  • La Merced
    • Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Estatua Ecuestre de Carlos IV
    • 5 Calle de Tacuba
    • 06010, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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Centro Histórico: The Back Alley in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Opening hours: Fri 10:00-13:30
  • English
Price details
P 1,596.01 x 1 AdultP 1,596.01
Total
Price is P 1,596.01
Until Thu, Jul 23

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    You get a prehispanic sweet and a bottle of water

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

La Merced

  • 2h
One of the most traditional and representative parts of the center city, today it’s most famous for the gigantic and always fascinating Merced Market. Get to know part of the old Jewish quarter and some of the best Baroque examples in the city

Museo Numismatico Nacional

  • 15m
Get to know one of the oldest foundries in America

Museo Vivo del Muralismo

  • 45m
Walk among 3000 sq meters of murals, among which you can find the first Frida Kahlo portrait by Diego Rivera

C. Manzanares 25

  • 10m
Oldest house in Mexico City

Abelardo L. Rodriguez Murals

  • 15m
A show of muralism and high reliefs among market stands

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    La Merced
    • Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Estatua Ecuestre de Carlos IV
    • 5 Calle de Tacuba
    • 06010, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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