Mexico City Trip Overview
On this tour we will visit the Guadalupe temple, popularly known as “La Villa” or Basilica of Guadalupe; it is one of the most visited catholic churches in the world.
The Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico is not just a religious symbol, it is also part of the Mexican identity. In every Mexican home and in many others in Latin America, people worship the Virgin of Guadalupe.
Because of its influence in Mexican culture, knowing the Basilica of Guadalupe is a must whether you are a believer or not.
In this trip we can admire the current basilica as well as the old one, and also climb the Tepeyac Hill, where people remember the miracle of the fresh flowers and the first appearance of Santa María de Guadalupe.
Later, we will visit the Basilica Museum, located in the former convent of the Capuchinas, where we will see an important collection of baroque art, comprised of an impressive amount of cultural goods.
You will also have spare time to take a self-guided tour or attend mass.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Mexico City, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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On this tour we will visit the Guadalupe temple, popularly known as “La Villa” or Basilica of Guadalupe; it is one of the most visited catholic churches in the world.
The Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico is not just a religious symbol, it is also part of the Mexican identity. In every Mexican home and in many others in Latin America, people worship the Virgin of Guadalupe.
Because of its influence in Mexican culture, knowing the Basilica of Guadalupe is a must whether you are a believer or not.
In this trip we can admire the current basilica as well as the old one, and also climb the Tepeyac Hill, where people remember the miracle of the fresh flowers and the first appearance of Santa María de Guadalupe.
Later, we will visit the Basilica Museum, located in the former convent of the Capuchinas, where we will see an important collection of baroque art, comprised of an impressive amount of cultural goods.
You will also have spare time to take a self-guided tour or attend mass.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Museo de la Basilica de Guadalupe, Plaza de las Americas 1 Col. Villa de Guadalupe, Mexico City 07050 Mexico
In this trip we can admire the current basilica
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tepeyac, Cerro de Guerrero, 07060 Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico
where people remember the miracle of the fresh flowers and the first
appearance of Santa María de Guadalupe.
Duration: 30 minutes
