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Xochimilco 5 Hour Boat Ride and UNAM University Tour

Mexico City, Mexicoby Sat Mexico Tours

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 99 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

Discover two iconic sides of Mexico City in just 5 hours. Travel along Avenida de los Insurgentes to the campus of UNAM, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where striking murals and sculptures by Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros and Juan O’Gorman tell the story of modern Mexico. See the 1968 Olympic Stadium and learn how this university became a symbol of culture and change. Then continue to colorful Xochimilco, one of the last remnants of the Aztec canal system. Board a traditional trajinera boat for a relaxed ride through the floating gardens, as mariachis, food boats and flower vendors pass by. With roundtrip transport from selected central hotels and a bilingual certified guide, this tour is an easy, hassle-free way to experience art, history and living tradition in southern Mexico City.

What's included

  • Entrance to Xochimilco
  • Taxes
  • 50‑minute boat ride on a trajinera
  • Roundtrip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Certified bilingual guide in English and Spanish
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance and guided tour of UNAM’s campus
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals (none included; snacks, drinks and food can be purchased from floating vendors)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    Pass by

    Depart from your hotel and travel along Insurgentes Avenue, passing landmarks like the Cibeles Fountain, Polyforum Cultural Siqueiros, Plaza de Toros, and Teatro Insurgentes.

  2. 2

    The Murals at UNAM

    45 min

    Explore the National Autonomous University of Mexico, viewing the iconic Library mural, 1968 Olympic Stadium, and other important buildings while learning about Mexican modernism.

  3. 3

    Xochimilco

    Pass by

    Drive to the Xochimilco borough, with commentary on the city’s history and landscapes along the way

  4. 4

    Xochimilco tradicional

    1 hour

    Board a brightly decorated trajinera for a 50‑minute cruise through the canals of Xochimilco, enjoying music, floating gardens, and local vendors.

Meeting and pickup

A member of our staff will contact you 12 to 24hrs prior the activity date in order to setup pick up time and place (meeting point can be assigned if your hotel isn't on the list)

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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