Frida & Diego (Xochimilco, Coyoacán and the University City)


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Pricing Info:

Duration: 6 hours

Departs: Mexico City, Mexico City

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

The tour starts at Frida Kahlo's house, also known as the Blue House (La Casa Azul) for the structures cobalt-blue walls, is a historic house museum and art museum dedicated to the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. It is located in the Colonia del Carmen neighborhood of Coyoacán in Mexico City. The building was the birthplace of Kahlo and is also the home where she grew up. Kahlo lived with her husband Diego Rivera for a number of years and eventually died in one of the rooms on the upper floor.

In 1958, Diego Rivera donated the home and its contents in order to turn it into a museum in Frida's honor.

The museum contains a collection of artwork by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera and other artists along with the couple’s Mexican folk art, pre-Hispanic artifacts, photographs, memorabilia, personal items, and more displayed in the rooms of the house. ENTRANCES TO THE MUSEUM ARE NOT INCLUDED.


What's Included

Bottled water

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Local guide

What's Not Included

Boat trip

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Mariachi

Museums tickets


Traveler Information

  • TRAVELER: Age: 0 - 99

Additional Info

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Museo Frida Kahlo
One of the houses that stands out the most for its fame is the “Blue House” formally known as the Frida Kahlo House Museum. We´ll visit this well recognized house, where we´ll get more acquainted with Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, the controversial duo, due to their private life as well as their public one.
Please Note: Tickets must be purchased online well before the tour

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Museo Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo
The Diego Rivera Studio. A building that in no way integrates itself with the rest of the houses around.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Xochimilco
Tour in the Trajinera (a little boat) through the watercourse, eat mexican food, take some drinks, listen to mariachis.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

University City
Also a wander by de suburbs Zona Residencial of San Angel and Ciudad Universitaria, one of the most important universities in the world.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Bazar Sabado
If this tour is reserved on a Saturday, we may be able to visit the Saturday Bazaar.
It is here surrounded by old estates from the Colonial period of the 17th and 18th centuries, they still preserve their majestic architecture. The boutiques and shops have attracted many artists from Mexico and around the world, that have become expat residents that have embraced and love Mexican culture that is clearly manifested.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free


Reviews

Great service
graceb59, 22-02-2020
We actually used them twice during our trip. In addition to the day to Frida Kahlo museum we used them another day to go to Cholula & Puebla. Raphael was our guide and Sergio was the driver. Both days were amazing. We were a very large group and they managed us perfectly.
Best transportation in Mexico City!
Jesse H, 04-09-2019
My family and I originally booked an airport pickup & drop-off for my for a family vacation in Mexico City. I had been in communication with Hector before the trip and he was extremely responsive. He also went above and beyond on finding us a car seat for my 1 year old. Once I finally met Hector, he was so warm and accommodating that we booked him for our Frida Kahlo and Xochimilco tour.

Hector was extremely knowledgeable and extremely professional. He knew a lot of history and took us to some amazing restaurants. We enjoyed his service so much that we hired him throughout our week long trip in Mexico. I’ve been to Mexico City numerous times for business and pleasure and I must say that this has been the best transportation service I’ve ever used. I’ll definitely be reaching out to Hector for our next trip.
Sorprendente México!
lourdesa707, 10-11-2021
La Visita a la Casa Azul donde vivieron Frida Khalo y Diego Rivera, y conversar sobre la historia de México con nuestro chófer/guía Miguel Angel Ochoa, que por cierto era una letrado en el tema!!!!




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