Mexico City Muralism: Art and History Tour

Discover the beauty of Mexican muralism with celebrated artists. Immerse in the UNESCO-listed Historic Center of Mexico City, uncovering remarkable artworks and cultural significance. Come and deepen your appreciation for Mexican art and history. Admire the unforgettable Murals Mexico City today! See impressive and well-preserved buildings located in the Historic Center guided by the hand of a local expert. You can also admire some of the most breathtaking mural paintings created by talented Mexican painters from the 20th century. Visit the first amazing mural ever made by Diego Rivera during the 1920s and find out about the historical background and interesting fun facts about each mural on the way. You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities and sightseeing: no visits to tourist shops and restaurants.

1. 1

   Palacio de Bellas Artes

   1 hour

   Meet your tour guide outside the entrance of Palacio de Bellas Artes and be amazed by the Diego Rivera‘s colossal murals come alive. The vibrant colors and intricate details breathe life into Mexico’s past and present, leaving you awestruck by his genius (-1 hr)

2. 2

   Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso

   1.3 hours

   Transfer to Colegio de San Ildefonso (-20 min) and get to know the monumental works of David Alfaro Siqueiros. His murals are a symphony of social commentary, challenging the norms and igniting conversations about the human condition (-1 hr)

3. 3

   Abelardo L. Rodriguez Murals

   40 min

   Transfer to Mercado Abelardo Rodriguez, where our journey ends (-5 min). A bustling market infused with the spirit of Clemente Orozco‘s murals. Here, the ordinary becomes extraordinary as Orozco’s artwork adorns the market’s walls, celebrating the resilience and vibrancy of everyday life in Mexico (-35 min)

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• CONTACT: Please provide a valid contact phone number with the international prefix (e.g., +11111111111) as our guide may need it for pickup. Please ensure it's available on the day of the tour. Alternatively, if we cannot find and reach you, the tour will be considered a no-show.
• MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: ◘ Small-group tour: We need 3+ participants to confirm the group tour (otherwise, it might be canceled with a full refund 2 days before the tour). ◘ Private tour: 1+ (the tour is 100% confirmed for any group size).
• CUSTOMIZATION: ◘ Small-group tour: Not customizable. ◘ Private tour: The tour is customizable which means the time you spend in each destination can be adjusted to your needs. E.g. if you wanna visit a place that is not part of the default itinerary (e.g. attraction, restaurant, or market), you can do it on a complimentary basis if this visit (1) still fits the default duration of the tour and (2) doesn't involve a major change of the route. If both conditions are met, we can shorten the stay at a particular location included in the program of tour so that you have time to visit the place you are interested in. Other changes such as extending the duration of the tour, changing the route, and adding extra participants, should be communicated to the Company at least 48h before the tour and will involve an extra fee.

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