from 25USD
Morelia City Tour
Take a brake in downtown Morelia
Enjoy walking downtown in a city listed as one of Mexico’s 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites from 1991, to admire the local baroque style, that goes like a combination of Madrid-Rome in architecture.
As you discover the good state of conservation of pink stone buildings, know more about art & education of the city established by the Spanish 1541. Hidalgo & Morelos, both students & priests in the local Seminary became leaders of the struggle of Independence in Mexico started 1810.
Great murals painted 1962 by a local artist can be found inside buildings to know more about the Mexican past history.
Every year to October, the Morelia Film Festival welcomes Hollywood actors, actresses & film directors on competition next to the Mexican youth.
- Tour type: Walking city tour
- Duration: 2 hrs. Start time: 10 AM, 12 PM, 4 PM. Sunday 12 PM only
- Meeting point: Hotel Alameda on main street
- Required booking: 2 days before meeting
- Days available: All year round!
- Price per person: USD $20
- Settings: Minimum of 2 people to start tours
- Covid-19 rules: Maximum of 8 people in a group
Note: If you come in a larger group, don’t hesitate to contact me for a new quotation. I´m flexible!
Group tours (shared) are published separately
Descriptions of local architecture, art, culture, education & history of the city with an English speaking Tour Guide
Exclusions:
This is a walking city tour of downtown, to learn the importance of the city established 1541 and how UNESCO recognizes the local baroque style that goes like a combination of Madrid-Rome in architecture.
This tour goes around the main square and the local Cathedral and will be no more than 2 hours starting 4 pm.
This walk goes to the House of the local hero, the University building (1580) the school of music (1743) the Jesuit college (1767) The palace of the government next to the local cathedral (1744) well known as the 3rd largest in Mexico!
- I only drive private tours
- Prices per person, as published
- It’s possible to customize a tour to +3 people
- Discount apply to groups +4
- Suggested: Mexican currency in cash is $100 per person, for daily shopping or services
- From travelers I may need to know:
- The Covid-19 vaccine certificate
- Latest Covid-19 negative test as required
- Hotel, air flight, weight, diseases or medical prescriptions if necessary
- Physical or handicap issues
No wheel chairs. Kids over 10 years only
Admission to sites or buildings not included in the program can be added by request of travelers, when extended timing & prices are accepted
