Ciudad de México Trip Overview
Discover the story of Moctezuma, as you walk around one of the places that has witnessed many of the historical moments in Mexico, the Zócalo. Learn about the ancient Mexican people and the great excentric ruler Moctezuma. You will admire the Cathedral and discover some of the secrets of Tenochtitlan. In this tour you will pass by the Palacio Nacional, the current seat of the Federal Executive Power of Mexico, which was declared a World Heritage Site in 1987. You will discover the story of “La noche Triste”, and how Moctezuma hosted his enemy Hernan Cortes in his palace. The tour will show you the Old Mayors Palace, and as you walk through the arcades of the Old Town Hall, you will discover the tragedy of Moctezuma and its people. Your tour will end admiring the architecture of the Government Buildings and the Merchants Portal.
Additional Info
Duration: 60 to 80 minutes
Starts: Ciudad de México, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico
Discover the story of Moctezuma, as you walk around one of the places that has witnessed many of the historical moments in Mexico, the Zócalo. Learn about the ancient Mexican people and the great excentric ruler Moctezuma. You will admire the Cathedral and discover some of the secrets of Tenochtitlan. In this tour you will pass by the Palacio Nacional, the current seat of the Federal Executive Power of Mexico, which was declared a World Heritage Site in 1987. You will discover the story of “La noche Triste”, and how Moctezuma hosted his enemy Hernan Cortes in his palace. The tour will show you the Old Mayors Palace, and as you walk through the arcades of the Old Town Hall, you will discover the tragedy of Moctezuma and its people. Your tour will end admiring the architecture of the Government Buildings and the Merchants Portal.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Zocalo, Calle Plaza de La Constitucion S/N Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Mexico City 06000 Mexico
You will start this tour in the Square of El Zocalo. A beautiful place to begin this walk in time
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Catedral Metropolitana de la Ciudad de Mexico, Calle Plaza de La Constitucion s/n, Mexico City 06000 Mexico
As you are getting to know the story of Mexico since its beginning, we will pass by one of the most impressive and ancient cathedrals in latin america
Pass By: National Palace (Palacio Nacional), Avenida Pino Suarez, Corregidora esquina Guatemala Zócalo, Mexico City 06060 Mexico
Moctezuma story unfolds and we will be pointing to you iconic monuments around the Zocalo Area such as the national Palace.
Pass By: Museum of the City of Mexico (Museo de la Ciudad de Mexico), 30 Pino Suarez Street, Mexico City Mexico
We will pass by the City Council Palace as wediscover the greatness of the ancient civilization and its leader Moctezuma
Pass By: Museo Archivo de la Fotografia, Calle Republica de Guatemala 34 Downtown area, Mexico City 06000 Mexico
Museum
Pass By: Museo del Templo Mayor, Seminario 8 Centro Histórico, Mexico City 06060 Mexico
Museum
Pass By: Museo Nacional de las Culturas, Calle Moneda No. 13 Centro Historico, Mexico City 06000 Mexico
Museum
