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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!

  • Private experience, tailored to you

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish)

  • Your host will meet you at the airport

Experience outline

  • 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

Things to know

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

Meeting point

Your host will meet you at the airport

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Additional transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

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Reviews

    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!

    April 2024

    Morgan B

    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!

    April 2024

    Anne K

    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.

    February 2024

    Carol T

    Amazing tour. Roberto was the best. So Knowledgeable. He was able to explain the history. Also took me to amazing street tacos.

    December 2023

    Christopher E

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