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Xochimilco: a traditional boat tour, culture, and fun.

4.8 (347 reviews)120 min
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When you arrive at the Las Flores Nativitas pier, wait under the purple arch (with the slogan "The taste of being Mexican"), the entrance to the car park. Your guide will meet you there and take you to the "trajinera," a traditional regional boat, previously decorated for you. When you get on the boat, you'll be greeted with a small souvenir to take home and drinks of your choice (take advantage of the unlimited drinks!). You'll also try typical Mexican sweets, some of them made by local artisans. You'll get to taste the most popular national drink while listening to how it's made: tequila. You'll hear the history of the Xochimilco Canals and their importance today, while you check out the greenhouses with local flowers, depending on the season. You'll join in our fun activities to immerse yourself in our culture, and by the end, you'll master our jargon like an expert. You'll take a short break on a chinampa (ancestral island) to eat (1 quesadilla of your choice included), and you can use the toilet. You'll try the sacred drink of the Mexica gods, pulque, and learn about its mystical history. You'll be a bartender and learn how to make your own Michelada, the favorite cocktail of Mexicans. Get your voice ready for the challenge game—you can challenge, or be challenged! Wrap up the tour with a mezcal tasting, a must-do when hanging out with Mexican friends. Heads up: During the tour, you can listen to the music of your choice on a speaker at no extra cost. If you want to hire live music, there will be an extra cost, which you'll need to cover. As it's a tourist area, you'll find food, drink, souvenir, and even clothing vendors on the canal. You'll need to pay for any extra services you buy outside the boat.

Highlights

  • Sail the canals of Xochimilco, a pre-Hispanic vestige in Mexico City.
  • Check out man-made floating islands dating back to the 14th century.
  • Taste the most important national drinks and learn about their history.
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🥊 Fight Weekend Pick

A more relaxed, cultural take on the Xochimilco boat experience. Perfect for Thursday afternoon or Sunday recovery day. The local guide shares history and traditions while you cruise on a decorated trajinera. Lower-key than the party boats but still festive.

What's Included

  • Your local guide
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Food and sweets
  • Music on the speakers
  • Souvenir

Not Included

  • Tips
  • Extra services

Important Info

This tour includes food and drinks.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is this Xochimilco boat tour from Arena Ciudad de Mexico?+
Xochimilco departs from Las Flores Nativitas pier, about 22 km south of the arena. Allow 45-60 minutes travel time each way.
How is this Xochimilco tour different from the party boat options?+
This is a cultural tour with a local guide who explains Xochimilco's history and traditions. The boat is decorated for your group, but it is not an unlimited-drinks party.
Is this boat tour good for Sunday after the UFC fights?+
It is ideal for a Sunday wind-down. The 2-hour cruise is relaxing, scenic, and a perfect way to decompress after a high-energy fight night.

What Travellers Say

Juan - United States
Feb 2026

Tour was amazing. Christopher was one the best tour guide we ever had. I highly recommend Christopher and this tour for everybody. Additionally, we did the tour with kids and Christopher was really engage to make sure the tour was focus in a kid friendly environment.

Sophie - Canada
Feb 2026

Nous avons beaucoup aimé la dégustation de Tequila, la ballade est agréable et notre guide Diego était super. Un peu plus de contenu sur l'histoire et les lieux serait apprécié.

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Duration120 min
From venue17.4 km · ~52 min
LanguageEnglish / Spanish

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