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Mexico City Private Customizable Tour with Guide and Vehicle

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Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.
3 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 1 more
Spanish

Overview

Don't like being dragged around a group tour but you still want to hear about Mexico City, its History and culture?

Then hiring a private local guide is the perfect option for you!
Customize your tour & get priceless recommendations based on your interests, time and even your diet. Plus, you'll discover magnificent sites off the beaten track only locals know about.

Choose the area of Mexico City you want to explore.
Select the number of people traveling in your group.
Next, think of the places you want to visit in that area.
Book and your guide will get in contact with you so you can plan the tour together.

And who is your guide?
A Chilanga with a Photography & storytelling background and an immense love for sharing Mexican culture.

Note that this service includes private transportation and a bilingual guide, but all extra expenses (entries, tolls, parking, boat/bike rental, food, drinks, tips) will be covered by you.
This way you decide where you actually want to spend your money.

What's Included

  • In the options with transportation
  • Suggestions and help creating your personalized itinerary
  • Recommendations of other hidden gems to visit in Mexico City
  • Parking
  • Food
  • Drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the options “CENTRAL Area & Roma-Condesa”, “CHAPULTEPEC area & Polanco”, “TEOTIHUACAN & Northern Area” and “XOCHIMILCO & Southern area”.

Pickup details

Your guide will get in contact with you so you can plan the tour together and confirm pick-up hour and vehicle description (*if included transportation)

OR
Meeting point

For the options “Downtown NO transportation” and “Chapultepec CASTLE NO transpor”.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Historic Center (Centro Historico)

You can create your itinerary choosing places in the central area of Mexico City. For example: Zócalo, Cathedral, Aztec ruins, museums, markets, famous restaurants, city viewpoint, etc.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

La Condesa

You can create your itinerary choosing places in this central neighborhood. For example: famous restaurants, plazas, avenues and parks
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Coyoacan

You can create your itinerary choosing places in this area of Mexico City. For example: Frida Kahlo museums and parks, the main church and Palace of Hernán Cortés, Coyoacan market and more
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Zona Arqueologica De Teotihuacan

You can create your itinerary choosing places in the north area of Mexico City. For example: Teotihuacan archaeological site, La Gruta/Cueva restaurant, pulque/cacao tasting, Tlatelolco archaelogical site, Vasconcelos library
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Xochimilco

You can create your itinerary choosing places in the southern area of Mexico City. For example: Xochimilco canals, Coyoacan, National University campus, Tlalpan & Barragán, Anahuacalli museum and more
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

San Angel

You can create your itinerary choosing places in this traditional town. For example: Studio House museum, Bazar del Sábado, art fair and galleries, Chimalistac and more
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Bosque de Chapultepec

You can create your itinerary choosing places in the Chapultepec area of Mexico City. For example: Chapultepec Castle, Anthropology museum, cable car, zoo, axolotl house, Modern Art & Soumaya museums, Polanco, Aquarium, Hotel Geneve
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mexico City Private Customizable Tour with Guide and Vehicle?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-337826P17

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mexico City Private Customizable Tour with Guide and Vehicle?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • In the options with transportation.
  • Suggestions and help creating your personalized itinerary.
  • Recommendations of other hidden gems to visit in Mexico City.
  • Bilingual local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Parking.
  • Food.
  • Drinks.
  • Entry tickets.
  • Boat rental.
  • Bike rental.
  • But good tippers go to paradise.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Mexico City Private Customizable Tour with Guide and Vehicle is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mexico City Private Customizable Tour with Guide and Vehicle will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • In the options with transportation
  • Suggestions and help creating your personalized itinerary
  • Recommendations of other hidden gems to visit in Mexico City
  • Bilingual local guide
  • Parking
  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Entry tickets
  • Boat rental
  • Bike rental
  • But good tippers go to paradise

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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