Christmas Tours in Xochimilco
These two tours in Xochimilco are ideal for spending a day with the best Christmas spirit.
Xochimilco is a place that has everything for spending a Christmas day— a trip in a “trajinera” (traditional boat), lots of poinsettias, great gastronomy, and plenty of things to do and learn. What’s more, it offers themed tours that you’ll surely love from this destination considered a World Heritage Site.
These Christmas Tours in Xochimilco are designed to experience it all. First, there’s the classic ride through the canals on a beautiful trajinera. Then, there’s a tasting of typical sweets and a feast of Petit Gateau Café with a Christmas dessert. The visit continues to the “ajolotario” (axolotl sanctuary), where members of the “Pulmón de Villa” pulque bar offer pulque and flavored drinks with seasonal tastes.
While you continue your tour with a glass of pulque in hand, you can visit the poinsettia greenhouse where the Xochimilco floriculturists will explain everything about the origin of this plant, its pre-Hispanic uses, and how to care for it if you decide to buy one.
Finally, there’s the Christmas carol concert with local artists that will make you feel the Christmas spirit. As the sun sets, you’ll enjoy the return trip with a couple of craft beers from the Xinampa Brewery Group. Remember that this tour is conducted according to demand, so it’s essential to have a minimum of 15 people per date.
Where: Cuemanco Pier; Antiguo Canal Cuemanco 105, Pista Olímpica Virgilio Uribe, Xochimilco, CDMX.
When: Saturdays 9th, Sundays 10th, Saturdays 16th, and Sundays 17th of December, starting at 12:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the same location.
Cost: $1,500 pesos for adults and $1,000 for children aged 5 to 10. Reservation requires a $500 peso deposit, at least 5 days before the experience.
Reservation: (55) 3407 9440.$$
In this other tour full of spirit, you’ll find Christmas lights, illuminated figures, a giant tree, as well as a toy factory, and many more surprises. Everything begins at the monumental tree, where there’s a giant mailbox for children to leave their letter for Santa Claus.
Where: Xochimilco Ecological Park; Anillo Perif. 1, Col. Ciénega Grande, Xochimilco, CDMX.
When: Until January 9th, from Monday to Sunday starting at 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $120 for children and $150 for adults.
