Santa María la Ribera Neighborhood: Alternative Walking Free Tour
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Mexico city is more than Coyoacán, Xochimilco or the downtown, and you will see its hidden gems with our awesome tour. This tour will show you the inner city through the eyes of a local guide, and it certainly will impress you deeply.
We will tour the emblematic, traditional, and oldest neighborhood in the city, the hidden gem of Mexico City: Santa María la Ribera. This is a tour of unconventional places and off the beaten track. You will get a glimpse of authentic Mexico and discover how Mexicans live. A tour for special tourists. A tour without filters, where you will see all facets of the city.
We will visit the largest library in Latin America, admire beautiful churches and museums, and experience real city life by entering places, houses, and markets.
Meeting point
Courtyard of the parish church of San Cosme and San Damian
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 10:00, 12:00, 13:30 (Mexico City time)
- Coming up
- 76 departures in 3 months, 8 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 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Courtyard of the parish church of San Cosme and San Damian. 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?
76 departures are listed in the next three months, 8 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00, 12:00 and 13:30. 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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