Centro Histórico Tour: Explore Mexico City's Heart

Discover Mexico City’s heart on an epic walking tour, exploring 18 iconic sites, hidden gems, and rich history in just one day.

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Barrio Alameda - This is the gathering spot where an introductory talk will provide more information and context about the tour experience.
  • Alameda Central - Stroll through this iconic park, visiting key points while learning about its history and fascinating stories.
  • Palacio de Bellas Artes - Pause at this significant landmark to…
What's Included
  • Tour guide
  • Other
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Discover the most comprehensive tour of Centro Histórico available! Perfect for those with just one day to explore this vibrant part of the city.
Join this remarkable walking tour to delve into the cultural and historical core of the city, experiencing its rich history, diverse culture, and unique architecture.
Strolling through Centro is akin to…

Location
Barrio Alameda
Calle Doctor Mora
The meeting point is right in front of the main entrance of this white art deco building “Barrio Alameda”. Right in front there are big grey benches. To recognize me you can look at my profile picture,I will be wearing jeans and black tshirt.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Omar
May 2, 2025
The absolute best tour to explore Centro! - It was a great experience for me and all my friends,we felt truly welcomed by Ricardo’s warmth and positive attitude. We all live in Mexico City and he took us to places that we never been and that we never heard of,so it was a big surprise.He was genuinely excited to show us the city through his enthusiastic perspective. I really appreciated how the tour was full of interesting facts and references that I would’ve totally missed without him. Now I just want to keep exploring this beautiful city. I’d definitely do it again!
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Danss894fq
Apr 23, 2025
Great tour - We had a wonderful time exploring the historic area of Mexico City. Ricardo speaks perfect English and has extensive knowledge of History of the city. He seems to have a genuine passion for art and architecture, we saw many sites, I will refer you to the description of the tour. The end of the tour we found ourselves having a cocktail of a hip bar, watching one of the most beautiful sunsets I have ever seen. 10/10
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Joshua_l
Apr 21, 2025
Simply Amazing! - AMAZING! This should be the first tour you do when you arrive in Mexico City. You get to see so much of the city in one 5-6hr day. (Which was barely enough time!). Ricardo also gives amazing recommendations you can use the rest of your trip. A MUST SEE tour.
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S3897pmcarolinaf
Apr 21, 2025
The best Centro Histórico Tour I’ve ever been on! - It was an experience that exceeded my expectations from start to finish. Not only did I learn more about my country and culture, but Ricardo has a unique way to share his love and passion for Mexico and he also share with us some stories and interesting facts I hadn’t known before. I found the tour very comprehensive from start to finish. And besides, what a better way to get to know a city than through local? Thank you Richie!
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Alan
Apr 20, 2025
A tour that has it all! - Taking the tour A pie por el Centro Histórico tour with Ricardo was one of the best tours I’ve made to truly experience Mexico City. From the very beginning, it’s clear that Ricardo not only knows the history of the city center inside and out, but also has a passion for sharing it. He’s not the kind of guide who just recites facts, he tells stories, takes you through hidden alleyways, points out architectural details you’d otherwise miss, and does it all with style and a good sense of humor What I appreciated most is that the tour doesn’t fiel overly touristy. It’s more like walking around with a friend who happens to know every corner of the city and reveals its secrets as you go. I learned about pre-Hispanic history which I likes a lot, the colonial period, the Porfirio Díaz era, and more recent social movements—all shared through anecdotes, photo-worthy stops, and even local food and coffee recommendations. I highly recommend this tour for both tourists and locals who think they already know Mexico City’s historic center. Ricardo gives you a fresh perspective and helps you see the city through new eyes. It’s authentic and fun. A must-do experience!
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S2035ansofias
Apr 20, 2025
Richie Makes History Come Alive - My experience on the tour with Richie was excellent. It’s a long tour, but he makes it feel easy and enjoyable. The way he tells stories is never boring — on the contrary, it makes you want to hear more. He has a very unique way of explaining things. It’s the most complete experience I’ve ever had, as we visited almost all the iconic places in the city center. His energy, love, and knowledge of Mexico are truly admirable. I highly recommend this experience.
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Elizabeth_d
Apr 20, 2025
Epic walking tour - This walking tour was truly epic! A great introduction to this amazing city. Ricardo was very knowledgeable. Be prepared to walk a lot. Ricardo provided recommendations for places to eat that did not disappoint. If you’re in CDMX, this is a great way to start your trip and get an insider’s perspective of the city.
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Reylias2022
Apr 15, 2025
Changed My Whole View of Centro, a Must-Do! - 下に日本語訳が書いてあります。 Touring Centro with Ricardo was incredible. I've lived in Mexico City on and off for the past two years, and I've done my fair share of bouncing around town. I've lived in many different areas, from Vallejo to Portales, so I feel like I have a pretty good handle on the city. But this tour made me realize how much more there is to explore. Centro has always been where I run my errands, and until this tour, I had never explored the area for what it has touristically. Ricardo truly blew my mind in terms of what the area has to offer visually. I'm a photographer, and my camera was definitely happy that day; I couldn't stop taking photos. From fascinating history to incredible architecture, going on this tour forever changed my perspective on Centro. (And I have amazing pictures to remember!) If you're in town, touring with Ricardo is a must-do! 私は日本出身で、メキシコの文化について少しずつ学び始めているところです。とても異なる文化ですが、とても豊かで魅力的です。 メキシコシティには半年ほど住んでいますが、まだまだ新しいエリアを探索しているところです。 リカルドさんは素晴らしいツアーガイドで、とても親切で英語も流暢に話せます。ツアー中ずっと安心感を与えてくれて、説明も分かりやすく、とても整理されていました。 ツアーのペースもちょうど良く、短時間でたくさんの場所を見て回ることができました。 彼が案内してくれた美しい場所の数々には本当に感動しました。 私は写真家なので、ツアー中にたくさんの写真を撮りました。どの写真もとても気に入っていて、大満足です。 ツアーを予約したい方には、ぜひリカルドさんをおすすめします!
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Jemina_m
Apr 10, 2025
Everything you need! - Fabulous tour of everything you need to see. Ricardo was so passionate about his city! Long day but so worth it!
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James_m
Apr 10, 2025
Centro historical walking tour mexico city - Ricardo was very friendly and knowledgeable about México city and took us to some great locations including Palacio de bellas artes! He informed us of the Wednesday ballet folklorico and we were able to get tickets! Great guide!!10 stars
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).