Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan
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3.8/5
Based on 38 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan worth booking?
Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan is a 7-hour experience in Mexico City, Mexico, from $53 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 38 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (38)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $53 per person
Join us on a luxury tour! First, we will venture to the jewel in Mexico's educational crown, the famous "University City." You will witness how this wonder is world-renowned as the best university in the country! Then, w
What you get
- Trajinera (1 hour)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Specialized Guide
About this experience
Join us on a luxury tour! First, we will venture to the jewel in Mexico's educational crown, the famous "University City." You will witness how this wonder is world-renowned as the best university in the country! Then, we will venture to one of the most colorful neighborhoods in the city, "Coyoacán". We will tour the center on foot, visit the Temple of San Juan Bautista and you will take a look at Frida Kahlo's Blue House (from the outside)! Finally, we will head towards the Nativitas pier, where you will ride a typical trajinera in the "Lugar de Flores" in Xochimilco, enjoying the mariachi music and immersing yourself in the culture and traditions of the place. Adventure awaits you!
What's included
Included
- Trajinera (1 hour)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Specialized Guide
Not included
- Lunch
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Plateria Rafael
You will meet a great artist Platero and his unique pieces.
30 minutes here
Ciudad Universitaria
They will know the Olympic stadium and they will be able to observe the Rectoria building.
30 minutes here
Estadio Banorte
You will know the largest stadium in the country and headquarters of the national team (from the outside)
20 minutes here
Coyoacan
Visit to the Coyoacan Center
90 minutes here
Floating Gardens of Xochimilco
Travel on the channels of Xochimilco
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Mexico City
Our guide will come to the hotel door and say your name loudly. INDISPENSABLE TO CONTACT US TO FIND OUT WHAT POINT THEY REACHED
Meeting point
Mexico City
Our guide will come to the hotel door and say your name loudly. INDISPENSABLE TO CONTACT US TO FIND OUT WHAT POINT THEY REACHED
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 90 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Our guide will come to the hotel door and say your name loudly. INDISPENSABLE TO CONTACT US TO FIND OUT WHAT POINT THEY REACHED
Ends at
Our guide will come to the hotel door and say your name loudly. INDISPENSABLE TO CONTACT US TO FIND OUT WHAT POINT THEY REACHED
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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Excellence Mexico Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- 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 38 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
38 verified traveler reviews for Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I enjoyed this trip...
I enjoyed this trip although our time in coyoacan felt very rushed. our guide had to work double explaining in both spanish and english since it was a mixed group and that seemed to take away her ability to share as much. The boat tour felt a bit too touristy and not as enjoyable as i had hoped.
via Viator
Full day to Xochimilco
Our guide Julius was awesome. The sights were interesting and Julius did a great job of explaining things to our group. A couple of things that could be improved are having at least two to three designated bathroom breaks as it is a long day, and back seats of van are almost impossible to see out of and enjoy the trip to various destinations. Would be nice to have free time in Coyocan to tour on our own.
via Viator
Disappointing
Guide had very limited English was very hard to understand her. The boat trip was really bad Hundreds of boats jammed together didn't move for an hour You have to pay for everything you want to consume and looking at the quality I wouldn't even waste my money on the food Loud expat Mexican -American family who got drunk and became very loud and obnoxious further ruined the experience I certainly wouldn't recommend this tour at all.
Response from the operator: hello, good afternoon. We are sorry that the tour was not to your liking, our guides are bilingual and certified. With respect to etc The music is the typical atmosphere of Xochimilco, it is part of the folklore of the place, this is not a place where there is silence.
via Viator
The tour was not as announced
The driver and the guide were very kind and helpful. But the tour was not organized as announced. It took around 2 hours picking up people in different very far hotels and we were more than the 14 maximum tourists announced. Moreover, the van was very uncomfortable.
Response from the operator: Hello, we are sorry that our services were not to your liking. The pickup is scheduled to start at 8 and end at 9:30, although if there are people in Polanco we will start at 7:30, (information given in the tour description); It is a group tour of a maximum of 14 people traveling in vans with capacity for this number of people, additional 3 more places for guide, driver and co-pilot
via Viator
Worth it!
This tour was so much fun and informative! Highly recommend this experience. Luis & Luis were amazing guides!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 13
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mexico City.
How much does Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan cost?
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Prices start at $53 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 Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 38 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 Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan?
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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 Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan?
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Around 13 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Groups: Xochimilco and Coyoacan 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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