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Prehispanic Mexico Walking Tour Anthropology Museum Templo Mayor

Mexico City, Mexicoby Amigo Tours

  • 4 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 20 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

Discover the depth of Prehispanic Mexico on a 4-hour walking tour in Mexico City. Begin at the National Museum of Anthropology, home to the famous "Piedra del Sol" and the mask of King Pakal, guided by an expert who shares insights into Mesoamerican art. Afterward, ride the Metrobus to Alameda Park and enjoy a panoramic stroll past iconic landmarks like the Palace of Fine Arts and the Metropolitan Cathedral, culminating in a visit to the Templo Mayor's archaeological remains. This immersive experience provides valuable context about Mexico's rich cultural heritage. - Duration: 4 hours with a bilingual guide - Includes entrance to the National Museum and Templo Mayor - Explore the vibrant streets of Mexico City on foot - Ideal for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers

What's included

  • Professional local guide
  • Public transportation fees
  • Entrance ticket to Templo Mayor
  • Entrance ticket to the National Museum of Anthropology
  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Museo Nacional de Antropologia

    1.5 hours

    Travelers will visit the National Museum of Anthropology with a local guide and explore its most important rooms dedicated to Mesoamerican civilizations. During the tour, they will admire some of the museum’s most famous pieces, including the Sun Stone, the mask of King Pakal, and the Coatlicue sculpture. As they move through the galleries, they will learn about the history, beliefs, art, and traditions of ancient cultures such as the Mexica, Maya, and other Pre-Hispanic civilizations, gaining a deeper understanding of Mexico’s cultural heritage.

  2. 2

    Museo del Templo Mayor

    1 hour

    Travelers will visit Templo Mayor with an expert local guide and explore the archaeological remains of the ancient Mexica temple, one of the most important sacred sites in Pre-Hispanic Mexico. They will learn how this ceremonial center shaped the history of Tenochtitlan and discover the connection between Pre-Hispanic and Colonial Mexico. During the visit, they will admire the ruins, hear stories about Mexica culture and traditions, and see nearby landmarks such as the Metropolitan Cathedral and the surrounding historic streets.

Meeting and pickup

Main entrance of the National Museum of Anthropology, next to the flagpole (Av. P.º de la Reforma s/n, Polanco, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX, México)

End point

The tour ends at the Templo Mayor Museum, located at Seminario 8, Centro Histórico de la Ciudad de México, Centro, 06060 Mexico City.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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