Xochimilco and National University of Mexico

Description

Learn the history and heritage of Xochimilco, an agricultural area in the south of Mexico City. Drift in a flat-bottomed boat through the magnificent floating gardens and take in the once-enormous agrarian canal system that fed the Aztec capital. Enjoy a visit to the National University, which founded in 1550, contains an outdoor gallery of mural art and sculptures.

Xochimilco ('so-chee-MIL-co') is an agricultural area in the south of Mexico City where many of the city's flowers are grown. On this tour, you'll drift in a flat-bottomed boat through the lovely floating gardens of Xochimilco and take in the once-enormous agrarian canal system that fed the Aztec capital.

In Aztec times, with prime farmland being scarce, the Indians developed a system of floating reed mats loaded with soil and used them as gardens. It is now your chance to experience this wonder that took place so long ago!

You'll also have the opportunity to visit the National University.

Additional information

Inclusions

Exclusions

Xochimilco Floating Garden, Mexico City

Schedule details

Departure point

Tour departs from hotels located in downtown Mexico City, Reforma and Polanco

Departure time

10:00am

Return details

Returns to original departure point at approximately 4:00pm