Mexico City's Southern Neighbourhoods

Iconic artist Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul is a highlight of any Mexico City visit. Spend time here while visiting Coyoacan and San Angel, charming neighbourhoods of cobbled streets, leafy squares and bustling markets.

Area

Mexico City and Puebla

Type

Culture & People

Grade

Standard

Who

Adults

Older Kids

Difficulty

Leisurely

Begin your day in San Angel in the south of Mexico City, a charming and traditional neighbourhood which feels almost cut off from the hustle and bustle of the historical centre. Colourful houses in toybox colours line cobbled streets, spreading outwards from leafy central plazas. The area is rich with history and your private guide will bring to life the stories of its inhabitants as you wander around and soak in the sights and smells. If visiting on a Saturday you will be able to experience the fantastic artisan market which draws in locals from all over the city.

Following lunch in San Angel, continue to the historic neighbourhood of Coyoacán, its buildings protected by their historic status and perfectly bordered by picturesque tree-lined streets. Visit the church and admire the range of architectural styles which can be seen throughout, with Arab influences presiding.

From here, the house of renowned Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera provides a memorable final stop. The famous blue house is a treasure trove of Frida's lifetime of work and poignant artefacts from her tragic life are a reminder of the painter's suffering. Observing her art and the house in which she lived and died provides the most fascinating insight to Frida's story and her tempestuous relationship with muralist Diego Rivera.

Recommended Hotels Nearby

A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.

Banyan Tree Puebla

Housed in four historic buildings around a central courtyard, the Banyan Tree Puebla is a stylish fusion of cutting-edge contemporary design embedded within beautiful original architecture, creating an inspired and elegant hotel for exploring Pueblo.

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Las Alcobas

Las Alcobas is a small luxury hotel located in Mexico City's fashionable Polanco district, offering contemporary and stylish guest rooms and suites, excellent personal service, modern amenities and two superb restaurants.

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Zocalo Central Hotel

The Zocalo Central Hotel is a beautiful hotel in the heart of Mexico City, offering stunning views from its rooftop restaurant. Thanks to its fantastic location and old-style charm, this hotel will always be a firm favourite amongst staff and guests.

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Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City

The Four Seasons Mexico City is a luxury hotel with beautiful architecture, superb facilities and exemplary service. Centred around a beautiful courtyard, the Four Seasons is within easy reach of many fabulous restaurants, boutiques and museums.

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More Experiences in This Area

Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.

National museum of Anthropology out of hours private tour

A once in a lifetime experience to explore The National Anthropology Museum on a private and out of hours tour.

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Art, Politics & Love Triangle: Kahlo, Trotsky & Rivera

Lose yourself in this full day’s experience learning about the art, culture and politics that shaped movements and pushed boundaries in Mexico last century.

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Teotihuacan Pyramids with Hot Air Ballooning

Rise early for an epic privately guided hot air balloon sunrise journey to the Teotihuacan Pyramids. This is most worthy of the early morning start!

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Visit to Teotihuacan

Teotihuacan is among Mexico's most impressive ancient monuments, and this enigmatic Toltec (and later Aztec) ceremonial complex is just an hour from Mexico City. Get a insight into the awe-inspiring rituals of the Meso-Americans before the Spanish came.

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Teotihuacan & Mexico City Tour

Teotihuacan is among Mexico's most impressive ancient monuments, and this enigmatic Toltec (and later Aztec) ceremonial complex is just an hour from Mexico City. Get an insight into the awe-inspiring rituals of pre-Hipsanic Mesoamerican cultures.

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Paso de Cortes with lunch and Cholula

Embark on a private journey south from Mexico City to the Paso de Cortes, one of the highest roads in Mexico. A mountainous pass sitting 11,811 feet above sea level, set between the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes in central Mexico.

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Historic Centre Cathedrals with Palafoxiana Library and Amparo Museum

Delve deep on this exclusive tour through Puebla’s City centre taking in the Cathedrals of the historic centre, Palafoxiana library and the Amparo Museum.

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Mexico City's historic centre

With a rich and diverse history, Mexico City's centre offers a perfect introduction to the empires of the Aztecs and the Mayans as you explore the vibrant Zocalo and its surrounding palaces, museums and cathedrals.

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Teotihuacán From Above & Below

Soak in fantastic bird's eye views of the pyramids of Teotihuacan as you float in your hot air balloon for an unforgettable experience, before exploring on foot with an archaeologist guide, visiting areas of the site still being excavated.

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