Mexico City

Escape the airport: see Mexico City on your layover

Layover Exploration • 8 hours 5.0 (9)

Escape the airport: see Mexico City on your layover

Get picked up at the airport and swap the airport lounge for a tour of Mexico City tailored to your schedule and wishes!

Make sure to pack a hoodie or sweater as the city's high altitude brings drastic temperature changes and it can get quite chilly at night.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

Don’t waste your layover in Mexico City waiting at the airport
With a local's savvy, you’ll make the most of the time you have in CDMX
Squeeze in some sightseeing and visit the city's highlights
Swap airport food for an authentic local meal
Let your host personalize an experience that fits your schedule and the places you'd most like to see

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

What’s included Things to know

8 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized itinerary

8 hours with a host (including travel time) - this can be customised, just get in touch!

Airport pick up and drop off via taxi for convenience

Walking experience

What’s not included

Food and drink

Tickets to any attractions

Additional transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your host will meet you at the airport

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Trade-in airport food for authentic Mexican tacos, the lounge for the Bosque de Chapultepec, and souvenir stores for the real deal! Allow one of our Mexican hosts to bust you out of the airport and onto the green, historic, bustling streets of Mexico City, where there’s so much to discover, regardless of your time constraints.

Maximize the limited hours you have to spend in Mexico’s fascinating capital and explore a historic neighborhood, like Coyoacán, where you can wander off to find La Casa Azul, the previous home of Mexican icon Frida Kahlo. Stretch out your legs in a nearby park, before those legs take you to a nearby street food vendor.

Where do we begin? Tamales, tacos, conchas, you name it, it just tastes better in Mexico, and with good company. Luckily, you have both, good company and are in Mexico.

Time for a spot of shopping at a local market, and grab some last-minute gifts for those at home, all before you’re signed, sealed, and delivered back to the airport in time for your flight, your host will make sure of it!

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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Tile Tales at Casa de los Azulejos

Tasting Tradition in Parque España

Smiles & Spoons: Ice Cream in the Sun

Taco Time Like a Local

Sweet Moments at El Moro

Romance in San Ángel

Laughter on Calle de la Palma

Clay Cups & Cultural Sips

Templo Mayor Triumph

Cheers in a Pulquería

Colorful Canal Cruising in Xochimilco

Diego Rivera's Hidden Corner

Family Fun in Centro Histórico

Pink Cheers & Friendly Toasts

First Steps, Big Smiles – Welcome to CDMX!

Artisan Tiles & Timeless Tales

Tacos, Talk, and Good Company

A Taste of Tradition at the Gran Café

Legends in the Zócalo

La Casa de los Azulejos, One Tile at a Time

Sipping Mezcal in a Golden Glow

Stained Glass & Serendipity at Chapultepec Castle

Exploring a vibrant Mexico City neighborhood

Heritage Walk Through Templo Mayor

Café Sereno in Chapultepec

Overlooking Mercado Sonora

An Architectural Pause in Centro Histórico

Tasting Pulque in a Hidden Cantina

Thumbs Up for a Taco Adventure

Vibrant Nights & Papel Picado Magic

Street Music & Sunlight in Centro Histórico

Urban Adventure on Paseo de la Reforma

Exploring Spiritual Heritage

Morning Explorers in La Merced

See what happens when you travel unscripted!

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What travelers think of this experience

Matthea Jun 2024

I only had a short time to see the city and Lando made sure I got the most out of my visit. He is very knowledgeable about the city's history and I learned a lot!

Zenon May 2024

Roberto was wonderful. I booked this tour less than 48 hours before we were going to meet him, and he promptly connected with us via email and shared his phone number. He was prompt when he picked us up at the airport, and made us feel like our experience was one of a kind as he walked and talked us through the tourist highlights of the city. When my husband was feeling sick, he immediately encouraged us to take a beat. I cannot recommend Roberto enough!

Deepti May 2024

Yara was a lovely tour guide. She took me to a couple of lovely areas, explained the history and culture really well, and took me to some lovely places to try the local cuisine!

Morgan Apr 2024

Nicolas gave an excellent walking tour of downtown Mexico City. We had no knowledge of the city, so we just let him decide what to see. Nico arranged a walking tour from the modern business district to the ancient Zocalo. It was fascinating to see the history unfold in reverse order. Nico was very patient with a group of very tired gringos who awoke at 4 am to catch a flight from Mazatlan (eclipse viewing trip). We stopped for coffee to gain energy. The evening was capped off with a fantastic restaurant recommendation from Nicolas. We were very pleased with the trip!

Anne Apr 2024

I knew almost nothing about Mexico City and in four short and packed jours, Monica showed me archeology, art, architecture and history. I had no idea what to expect and the morning far exceeded my expectations. Monica was sensitive and flexible and patient as I took many photos. She is friendly and the perfect person to see a new city with. I will definitely come back— this was just an amuse bouche!

Carol Feb 2024

Ingrid was wonderful. We had a really fantastic experience on this layover tour. We loved the markets and making fresh guacamole at a local food stand was an extra treat.

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