Explore Coyoacán’s rich history on a 2-hour architectural tour. Discover colonial landmarks, modern marvels, and cultural treasures. Join us for an unforgettable journey.
- Plaza de la Conchita - Explore the neighborhood established by Hernán Cortés in 1521, featuring the plaza and the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, now known as “La Conchita,” built on the remnants of pre-Hispanic structures.
- Casa Colorada Antigua casa de Cortes y la Malinche - Discover the history of Casa Colorada, constructed in the 17th century using stones from the Royal Houses.
- HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC (Campus Fernández Leal) - Admire the eclectic style with Mudejar elements of this house, inspired by William Shakespeare’s “Othello: The Moor of Venice,” now home to the Higher School of Music.
- Centro Cultural Elena Garro - Experience 21st-century architecture within the historical setting of Coyoacán, designed by architect Fernanda Canales.
- Parque Frida Kalho - Stroll through the park dedicated to the memory of Coyoacán artist Frida Kahlo, featuring sculptures of Frida and Diego Rivera by Gabriel Ponzanelli, who also created the iconic “Fountain of the Coyotes” in the Centennial Garden of Coyoacán.
- Jardin Centenario - Wander through the historic plaza of Coyoacán, home to the Centenary Garden, once the atrium of the 16th-century church of San Juan Bautista. Here, you’ll find the 18th-century Palacio de Cortés, now the Coyoacán mayor’s office, the “Fountain of the Coyotes” by Gabriel Ponzanelli, and the iconic atrium arches of the church, carved by indigenous hands.
- Francisco Sosa Avenue - Walk along the eastern part of this historic street, originally called Calle Real in the 16th century, laid out on the old pre-Hispanic road to Tenanitla, now San Ángel. The street features beautiful 17th-century houses.
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- Food and souvenirs
Discover Coyoacán on a 2-hour architectural tour that traverses centuries of history. You will immerse in the rich history and cultural tradition of Coyoacán, from its pre-colonial origins and its founding by Hernán Cortés in the 16th century, to its vibrant present. Marvel at the Casa Colorada, the Capilla de la Conchita, the Casa de los Camilos, and the Coyoacán Paper Factory, witnesses of change over the centuries. The Higher School of Music and the Elena Garro Cultural Center connect us with the artistic wealth of the area. Stroll in the historic plaza of Coyoacán, home of the 18th-century Palacio de Cortés, the 16th-century church of San Juan Bautista, its atrium, today the Centenario Garden, and the eastern area of Francisco Sosa Avenue, laid out on an old pre-Hispanic road. Explore the architectural heart of one of the most emblematic neighborhoods in Mexico City and join us to discover the stories and indomitable spirit of Coyoacán on this unforgettable tour.
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