Mexico City: Chapultepec Castle History & gossip + Picnic
ID: GYG495945-877047
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Enjoy along the way aspects about the history, architecture and why not, even some gossip about the Castle, while visiting its European rooms, gardens, and great views of Reforma Avenue and the City.
Enjoy along the way aspects about the history, architecture and why not, even some gossip about the woods of Chapultepec and mainly about the Castle, while visiting its European rooms, gardens, and appreciate the great views of Reforma Avenue and the City.
Learn about how the hill was sacred to the Mexican (Aztecs), its transformation into a colonial palace In 1780s, and then a beautiful European castle by Emperor Maximilian I, and its later uses as the presidential home and now as a National Museum of History with your guide.
After visiting the castle, walk through the woods while you walk down the hill and then enjoy a lovely picnic with the beautiful view of the Chapultepec Lake.
*Picnic Snacks included: a panini (several options to choose from) + chips + cookie + beverage (bottle juice or water or soda) + coffee.
Highlights
- Discover the history of the Chapultepec Park and mainly the Castle.
- Find out about the castle's various uses since its construction in 1780s.
- Enjoy a picnic at the end of the tour, with the lovely view of the lake.
- Learn about the pre-Hispanic remains still preserved in the park.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For visiting the Castle museum, food and beverages are not allowed, but you can leave them in a backpack at the lockers.
Your guide will meet you at the big palm tree inside the Starbucks, near the counter.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
