Painting the Revolution: The Mexican Muralism
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Discover the birthplace of Mexican muralism and its extraordinary development on this tour! Accompanied by a historian, you'll delve into the social and artistic world experienced by these painters and understand the deep meaning in their works!
On this tour, you'll discover some of the most emblematic works and artists of this extraordinary artistic movement.
From the early murals of Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and José Clemente Orozco to their later works, as well as other hidden gems and lesser-known artists of the movement, this tour will take you on a journey back in time to the turbulent 1920s and 1930s of post-revolutionary Mexico, when the country's identity was being shaped by the heat of social struggles and the shadow of its northern neighbor.
It was in this environment that a generation of talented painters achieved a brilliant synthesis of the European avant-garde while simultaneously making aesthetic innovations that dignified the notion of what it meant to be Mexican. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the monumentality and explosion of colors and emotions felt when standing before these magnificent works of art!
Meeting point
Colegio de San Ildefonso, Justo Sierra, Historic center of Mexico City, Centro, Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico
Before you go
- Length
- About 3h
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 11:00, 14:00 (Mexico City time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 28 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 3h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Colegio de San Ildefonso, Justo Sierra, Historic center of Mexico City, Centro, Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 28 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:00 and 14:00. Times are local to Mexico City.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
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