MEXICO
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular historical tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Historic Downtown Mexico City walking tour: Zócalo, Templo Mayor ruins, Metropolitan Cathedral, Palacio Postal, Bellas Artes in a small English group.
“Loved our guide, Estefania! She was so knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot and really enjoyed the pace. Would definitely recommend!”
Walk Mexico City Centro with a small group. Taste at San Juan Market and secret eateries, plus drinks and stories on a 5-hour route.
“Great tour if you want to sample a variety of local cuisine and learn a little about the history of the foods and Centro Historico. Jimena was our guide and she was a gem. Save room in your belly as you will have a lot to eat. Jimena also gave us recommendations for other local…”
3-hour Centro Histórico walk with a local guide: Cathedral, Aztec ruins, Post Office, Palace of Fine Arts, stained-glass store and sweet bread.
“Leslie was a great, friendly, and informative tour guide! Highly recommend!”
A 3-hour small-group walk through Mexico City’s Historic Center, mixing pre-Hispanic ruins, Diego Rivera murals, and grand palaces.
“Benjamin was very knowledgeable and funny. We saw all the major sites in the historical center. It was a great tour!”
3-hour Centro food tour with 7 tastings: chilaquiles, mole enchiladas, tacos, chocolate and churros, with agua fresca and beer.
“Diana and Noah guided us through some real nice speak easy spots right in the middle of the old city. We had a great variety of food and walked around the government plaza which is the center of all activity in Mexico City. We had some great food and the tour is well worth the…”
English-led San Miguel de Allende historic walking tour: iconic churches, plazas, Allende sites, and smart food tips in 2 hours.
“Great intro to San Miguel. She provided an historical background and tour of the main Centro highlights”
Evening small-group walking tour in San José del Cabo with local stories, native legends, pirate lore, and mission-era sites—quick, deep, and worth your time.
“Informative and cool walking tour. Wish I had time to do another one that was the next day. A small group tour with time to ask questions and learn about the city and its history. Definitely worth it:)”
A 2–3 hour English walking tour of Mexico City’s Historic Center, from Zócalo and Templo Mayor ruins to mural stops and Palacio de Bellas Artes.
“Carmina was the best tour guide in all the tours we took in 4 days. She was very knowledgeable a d very enthusiastic to answer all our questions. This tour definitely is a must do.”
A 3-4 hour Guadalajara walking tour focused on landmarks, plus José Clemente Orozco murals and market time at Mercado Libertad.
“Do it!!Great tour...Fernando was fun..knowledgeable..patient. Excellent English.. explained in detail everything..was also punctual. He is a true history geek..we enjoyed this tour..excellent lunch!!”
A 2-hour, $33 walking tour in San Miguel de Allende with guided stops, architecture stories, and practical food tips for your first day.
“Wonderful guide. Jayal (I think that is her name) showed us good stuff about San Miguel de Allende. She said she wanted to show us authentic versus touristy places. Very successful.”
A guided walk through Mexico City’s mural hotspots, from San Ildefonso to Bellas Artes, with included tickets and expert context.
“If I could give more stars I would, Miguel was the best guide we have ever had for a tour. His knowledge of art and history of Mexico was amazing and his exuberant personality made the tour special”
Be a charro for a day in Guadalajara: museum, stables, lasso practice, horseback riding, tequila tasting and mariachi, 3 hours.
“The history of a Charro was amazing. Learned how to rope cattle was awesome. Our tour guide was very friendly and helpful.”
A 2-hour English guided walk through Mérida’s historic center: Casa Montejo, the Cathedral, government murals, and Parque Santa Lucía.
“Our guide Max was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions. I only wish we could have gone into Casa Montejo so we wouldn’t have to go back on our own and overall felt the tour was a bit short. But I love history and could hear about it all day, so…”
A 3-hour guided walk through Mexico City’s Centro Histórico, linking Aztec, colonial, and Republic eras with local food tips.
“Loved the tour with 6 of us. Thomas was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic - learned so much about Mexico City and its amazing history. Loads of fun. I strongly recommend that the tour starts moving earlier and the history of the different eras get abbreviated a little and delivered more as the tour moves along.…”
Teuchitlán’s circular pyramids plus artisan tequila tastings on a small-group day trip from Guadalajara with private air-conditioned transport.
“Daniel was an exceptional tour guide…knowledgeable and informative about every aspect of the tour. Great disposition and good driver! Rosemarie and Jon Redmond, Wa”
