Fernwayer’s Private Mexico City Tours
Expert-led private tours through historical landmarks, buzzing markets, and into the homes and studios of passionate creatives. Go beyond the stereotypes with experiences designed by locals to show you how they live Mexico City.
You wil find tacos, vibrant colors, and Indigenous crafts in Mexico City. But you will also find much more. Mexico City is increasingly popular for travelers but it's hard to get beyond the stereotypes. Fernwayer's expert hosts take you deeper, revealing the full complexity and diversity of Mexico City's unique history and contemporary culture.
Explore the city as it's lived by locals, guided by residents who live and breathe the city. Feel taken care of as you are shown neighborhood secrets and welcomed into the houses of artists and artisans. Explore the city's legendary cultural sites and museums with passionate experts who will curate your visit and put past, present and future into a local context.
An Indigenous languages scholar immerses you in the living cultures of pre-columbian Mexico. Explore the flavors, sights and sounds of some of the city's best markets with a culinary expert. Join a photographer on an adventure through one of the city's most important architectural landmarks. Get to know contemporary Mexico with exclusive and intimate art and design studio tours.
FERNWAYER'S MEXICO CITY ESSENTIALS
Browse our curated collection of experiences that bring the full range and vibrancy of Mexico City to life. These are tours hosted by experts who also want you to see Mexico City as it's seen by locals. Discover the city in a unique and unforgettable way.
Experience Mexico City's legends and monuments in the utmost comfort, in private tours crafted by those who live and breathe Mexican culture and history. The past and present are brought to life in tours of legendary murals and archeological sites in the historic center, the pyramids of Teotihuacan, and the life and impact of Frida Kahlo. A master mescalier takes you on an in-depth exploration of the flavors and culture of mezcal. Make a momento to treasure with a photoshoot at a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned as one of the country's most impressive architectural developments.
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Prefer expert guidance? In a one-hour session, we'll design a tailored itinerary anchored in Fernwayer’s exclusive experiences, self-explore spots, and handpicked dining and hotel recommendations. While we don’t handle bookings, we’ll help you craft an unforgettable journey. Book a consult at info@fernwayer.com. Share where you want to go, how many days, interests, and group size.
FOLLOW YOUR PASSIONS
If you want to dive into history, take a tour through pyramids, the houses of legendary artists, and archeological sites found right in the historic center. Engage with local life to see the authentic and lived side of the city. The best of Mexico City's artistic output can be found in art and design tours which offer exlcusive access to studios. Learn exactly what to order and where in food tours through some of the city's most emblematic markets. Give the very best of the country's mezcal a kiss. Meet sustainably-minded artisans keeping traditional crafts alive.
Each experience is tied to place, led by locals, and made for travelers who want more than just a view.
Cultural Heritage and History
Take an early trip to the pyramids of Teotihuacan to beat the crowds. Explore the archeological ruins, murals, and colonial legacy that can be found throughout the Historic Center. Learn about Mexico City's Indigenous cultures with a deep dive into Nahuatl cosmology and religion. Get beyond the legend of Frida Kahlo, and her partner Diego Rivera, in an adventure through her work, life and lasting legacy.
Local Life and Living Cultures
These are experiences which immerse you in Mexico City as those who live here feel it. From a morning photographic walk through Polanco where you'll try pastries, to a unique guided tour of a flower market and an underexplored neighborhood famous for its churches. A day trip hosted by a scholar of languages takes you to an Indigenous community in Mexico State, a moment of cultural exchange impossible on the typical tourist trail. An artist will show you around the beautiful Coyoacán, the neighborhood he grew up in, taking you to his favorite food spots along the way.
Art, Design and Architecture
Epic Mexico will be found in a tour dedicated to the murals of the Revolutionary period: walls and canvases which depict the full scope of Mexican history. At UNAM, a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its architectural importance, you'll be accompanied by a photographer who will capture your portrait here. Enter the present day in a private studio visit to designer who is leading the charge when it comes to environmental design and sustainability. Contemporary art tours give you exclusive access to studios and workshops, and expert guidance through the city's best exhibitions and galleries.
Food: Tacos and Markets
Mexico is synonymous with tacos, and with flavors which are matched only by the best of global cuisine. Fernwayer's market tours are led by foodies who will ensure you go to the best vendors and order the best things on the menu, so you taste the msot authentic examples of classics such as tacos al pastor and carnitas. A food tour through cafés in the south of the city offers the perfect opportunity for your portrait to be taken by a professional photographer. Indulge your sweet tooth in a food tour through upmarket Polanco.
Mezcal: Mexico's Spirit
Often, but not always, smoky, and best when produced by artisans who take care of ancestral lands, mezcal is the agave spirit you have to try when you're in Mexico. Combine a mezcal tasting with a tortilla making workshop, an introduction to two of the country's most famous ingredients. Whether you want a quick introduction to the drink, or more in-depth exploration, a master mescalier from Guerrero is ready to welcome you to her studio.
Crafts and Artisans
Mexico is world famous for its crafts. While Mexico City is an importer rather than a site of production, Fernwayer has put together experiences which bring you into contact with the best of the city's artisans and craft traditions. Find photo-ready opportunities in the city´s largest dizzying but inspiring crafts market. Join an artisan floral designer on a tour through a flower market and taste fresh fruits. Engage with Mexican natural dyes in a workshop in Condesa.
NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE
Mexico is a sprawling city. Despite that, visitors tend to congregate in only a handful of neighborhoods. This helps make navigating the city's infamous traffic easier. While there's plenty to do in the Historic Center, some may find it a bit chaotic and other neighborhoods feel a little safer in the evening.
Where to stay? While technically two neighborhoods Condesa and Roma are the typical, visitor-friendly areas full of life, food, and hotels. Polanco: This is the most expensive postcode in Mexico and offers luxury and a higher end context to your trip. Coyoacán: Located in the south of the city, this may be best for someone visiting for the second or third time, but it's packed with history, a great market, and puts you closer to sites such as UNAM and Xochimilco.
For more neighborhood highlights, flip the cards below.
Mexico City Neighborhood Guide
Coyoacán
A charming blend of colonial elegance and bohemian soul, Coyoacán enchants with cobblestone streets, leafy plazas, and tons of history. Once home to Frida Kahlo, it offers an artistic legacy paired with boutique galleries and fantastic options for food. Perfect for travelers wanting a neighborhood feel and a distinct experience of Mexico City. Recommended Experience: An Artist's Coyoacán.
Condesa
Elegant and effortlessly cosmopolitan, Condesa embodies Mexico City’s chic modernity. Lined with Art Deco architecture, tree-canopied boulevards, and fashionable cafés, it attracts a stylish crowd. High-end boutiques and curated dining experiences sit alongside tranquil parks like Parque México, making Condesa perfect for travelers craving sophistication, design, and a lively yet polished urban rhythm. Recommended Experience: Paper Crafts and Ancestral Dyes.
Roma
Roma offers a seamless mix of art, gastronomy, and contemporary luxury. Its historic mansions now house Michelin-starred restaurants, concept stores, and intimate wine bars. The neighborhood’s creative energy is elevated by sleek design hotels and gallery spaces, making Roma ideal for travelers who value elegance. Recommended Experience: Made and Framed in La Ciudadela.
Polanco
Mexico City’s most exclusive enclave, Polanco rivals international luxury districts with its designer boutiques, world-class dining, and refined architecture. Home to Pujol—one of the world’s best restaurants—and the glamorous Avenida Presidente Masaryk, it caters to discerning travelers. Upscale hotels, art museums, and lush parks define Polanco as the city’s ultimate destination for sophistication. Recommended Experience: The Real Flavor of Polanquito.
San Miguel Chapultepec
Quietly upscale and sophisticated, San Miguel Chapultepec is an insider’s haven. Nestled beside Chapultepec Park, it combines residential charm with refined cultural appeal. Contemporary art galleries and minimalist cafés blend seamlessly with stately homes and tranquil streets. For travelers seeking exclusivity away from the crowds, this neighborhood offers polished serenity at the heart of the city. Recommended Experience: A Circuit of Contemporary Art.
Santa María la Ribera
An emerging jewel, Santa María la Ribera captivates with restored mansions, cultural institutions, and an artistic spirit. The stunning Moorish Kiosk sits in the heart of a neighborhood balancing old-world grandeur with boutique modernity. It offers an authentic perspective on Mexico City, and is full of creative and local spirit.
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