Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour
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Is Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour worth booking?
Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour is a 6-hour experience in Mexico City, Mexico, from $600 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $600 per person
You will make the most of your time with the help of an expert guide in the places to visit. You will be able to know incredible places that are hidden in Mexico City
What you get
- Certified guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
You will make the most of your time with the help of an expert guide in the places to visit. You will be able to know incredible places that are hidden in Mexico City
What's included
Included
- Certified guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch
- Ticket to Frida´s house museum
What you'll see and do
Centro Coyoacan
Begin your experience in the picturesque neighborhood of Coyoacán, where you can visit the Frida Kahlo Museum or explore the center of Coyoacán to see the church of San Juan el Bautista, the house of Hernán Cortés, the monument to the founding of the neighborhood, and enjoy a delicious traditional coffee. You will have an hour to choose between these two activities.
90 minutes here
UNAM Biblioteca central
Delve into the central campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), one of the best public universities in Mexico. You can appreciate the architecture of the Olympic Stadium and the Central Library, which exhibit works of art by some of the greatest muralists in the history of Mexico.
30 minutes here
Xochimilco
In Xochimilco, you will embark on a ride on a traditional trajinera and delve into the history and culture of the place. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the canals and enjoy the serenity of the surroundings as you glide through the water. Admire the vibrant colors of the floating gardens, known as chinampas, and soak up the lively atmosphere with the sound of traditional music in the background. Don't forget to indulge your taste buds with the flavors of delicious local cuisine, making this an experience truly worth remembering.
90 minutes here
Plateria Rafael
You will visit an artisan center in the Peralvillo neighborhood, one of the most emblematic neighborhoods of the city, where you will learn about the folk art from different regions of Mexico.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Mexico City
At the entrance of the Starbucks of the Fiesta Americana Reforma hotel, one of our guides asks for the name registered in the reservation.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
At the entrance of the Starbucks of the Fiesta Americana Reforma hotel, one of our guides asks for the name registered in the reservation.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Viewmextours s.a.s de c.v.
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excelente servicio
Sacamos fotos and excellent customer service. We learned so much about Mexico City! Definitely would recommend to anybody.
Response from the operator: Hello, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us, and we are glad you enjoyed it. We hope you come back soon. Best regards 😊
via Tripadvisor
Spanish Language Only - Minimal English
Please be aware when booking this tour it is in Spanish only. As the only English speaker on the tour my experience was very poor. The guide only gave explanations in Spanish and very little instruction in English. The stops were shortened due to heavy traffic so the majority of the tour is spent in the bus. Ultimately this was a glorified Uber ride. Would not recommend.
Response from the operator: Hello, we are sorry to hear that your experience was not to your liking. We will make an effort to improve the areas that your comments bring to our attention. Best regards.
via Viator
A quick tour of the city highlights
This was a good excursion to see the highlights of Mexico City. The trip to Xochimilco was very nice. We had a good float by the lazy canal and ate some good food whilst on board. We also had time to shop the local shops. We then went to Coyoacán and visited the city center and the Frida Khalo museum. We received a thorough explanation of the Mexican education system and had a wonderful visit to the University. I really enjoyed the tour and our guide Marta.
Response from the operator: Hello! We appreciate your feedback and are delighted that you enjoyed the experience. We hope to see you again soon. Your comments will also be shared with our guide. Best regards, Viewmextours.
via Viator
To repeat
A very interesting tour full of Mexican culture and tradition. Don Antonio, our guide, very friendly and attentive at all times knew how to explain everything in detail. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: ¡Hola! Agradecemos tu comentario y nos alegra que hayas disfrutado de la experiencia. Esperamos que vuelvas pronto. Nuestro guía recibirá su comentario también. Saludos, Viewmextours.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Sounds promising in the title but the tour offers very little substance.
When I made the reservation for the tour the confirmation said it would pick us up at the address given for our Airbnb. The night before the tour I received an email stating that I had not given an address (which was on the confirmation email) and I would be picked up at a designated meeting spot approximately 2.3 miles away. I reached out and was able to get a hold of someone who arranged for a driver to pick us up at a hotel 3 blocks from the Airbnb. That driver picked us up at 8:30 and took us to the tour departure area to get on our tour van. 40 minutes later our van was finally ready and we departed. The first stop of Coyocan was interesting mainly due to the church we walked through. The rest of the time in Coyocan the tour guide seemed to aimlessly have our group walk around the streets with no real plan. The time would have been better spent if we could explored on our own and met back up at a designated time. The second "stop" was the University city tour which consisted of stopping on the side of the road near the stadium where the 1968 Olympics were held. A brief explanation of the stadium and then we were scurried back on the van. No tour of the stadium or campus of UNAM. The last stop at Xochimilco had the most anticipation because of what we had heard about it. Seeing the colorful boats lined up on the canals is beautiful. But once you board the boat is constant harassment from floating vendors wanting to sell you things or play music for you. And I mean constant. The tour boat pulled over at one business that sold plants and some products made from honey. As a tourist from another country it is not likely you are going to buy a live plant and it wouldn't probably be allowed into your country anyway. Reversed direction back to the starting point and the only good thing was that the floating vendors are not nearly as aggressive when you are going back towards the docks. What a disappointment Xochimilco turned out to be. It has just been turned into another tourist trap full of trash and cheap souveniers priced higher because of the location. Francisco the tour guide was friendly but spent most of the time with the Spanish speaking guests since our tour consisted of both English and Spanish speaking tourists. The driver Daniel was very pleasant and even practiced his English with me during the time we waited to board our boat. The van used was in good condition and comfortable. Tips were expected and encouraged on the tour for the guide, van driver and the boat driver. Honestly I think I could have arranged a better tour much cheaper by having Uber drive me to these places and letting me explore at my own pace. I would have actually loved to see UNAM campus.
Response from the operator: First of all, we thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, however, we regret that it was not gratifying. The only thing left to comment is the following: 1.Unfortunately in the tourism industry very few times the good is told and almost always the bad is what is commented; I mention this because a day before the tour as we usually do we shared with you an email where we confirmed that the pick up was only in hotels within the established areas (in the tour descriptions you can confirm this information), however, we looked for a way to pick you up at a hotel near your Airbnb, the appointment was 8:30am Did we pick you up late? Not a minute late! 2.In your comment you mention that the tour started 40 minutes after pick up, it would be great if we could start the tours in shared from the moment we pick you up, but this is not possible as other units pick up the rest of the group in different areas and at the end they all meet at the meeting point, some will arrive first and others later, but anyway we try to start all tours before 9:00am, a sincere apology if this generated any inconvenience but it is our working system. 3. Francisco is a new collaborator of our organization and we thank you for letting us see the areas of opportunity for our guide, we will talk with him to see how to improve the quality of his service. 4. I am sorry that from your point view Xochimilco is not a nice place, but we still believe that Xochimilco is a unique place in our country and that people should know it, we will analyze the way to improve and give a better experience in the lake tour. Our agency will always be looking to work on the areas of opportunity that your comments bring to our attention. Best regards.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $600 to $850
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mexico City.
How much does Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour cost?
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Prices start at $600 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mexico City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mexico City is not rushed.
Is Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mexico City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mexico City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mexico City and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacán and University City Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mexico City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mexico City?
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On Outty we rank every Mexico City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros, Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours, Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Drinks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mexico City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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