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Free tour

Cholula: Living Memory of Two Worlds

4.70
Good(10)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English and Spanish
Guru: Estación
PRO
Registered on 31 July 2018
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At Estación México, we believe that discovering a city begins with walking and allowing yourself to be surprised by what it holds in its memory. Our project is designed to offer tours that reveal the hidden wonders of each place. Based on the principle of reciprocity, we enthusiastically share our knowledge, joy, and personality to convey the best stories and myths that safeguard centuries of heritage. We love walking with you while recounting the most significant moments of the local culture, those that bring its streets, plazas, and traditions to life. Estación México is a community created to share a love for the history and cultural richness of each city.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Cholula is a place where time overlaps in every corner. On this tour, you will discover how the city transformed from the days of the viceroyalty, with baroque jewels and Churrigueresque details, to the living traces of the great Mesoamerican civilization.



During the tour, we will visit iconic places such as the Parish of San Pedro, the Royal Chapel with its 49 domes, and the Convent of San Gabriel, one of the oldest in Mexico. We will walk through places that still hold the essence of a legendary past, remembering how the countless pre-Hispanic sanctuaries were replaced by some of the most beautiful churches in Mexico. Each stop is a window to a different era: from the viceregal splendor to the ancestral roots that still beat beneath the ground.

The tour culminates at the foot of the hill, where the largest pyramid base in the world stands, crowned by the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies. And the best part: at the end, you will have the opportunity to visit this temple and contemplate one of the most impressive views of the valley and the volcanoes that guard the region.

An experience to fall in love with Cholula, exploring its treasures through the local perspective of those who know it best: its inhabitants.👣



Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Vicente T. Mendoza Library
Find us with our pink t-shirts and umbrellas in front of the fountain at the San Pedro Forum of the Vicente T. Mendoza Library.
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Outside visit
Parroquia de San Pedro Cholula
An essential place to admire the grandeur of Baroque art and immerse oneself in the history and devotion of Cholula. Its impressive tower, the tallest in Cholula, illuminates the heart of the city.
2
Outside visit
Plaza of San Pedro Cholula
Its name comes from Chollolan, meaning “place of refuge,” evoking the arrival of the Toltecs to this ancient region. A space where pre-Hispanic memory remains present in the city’s identity.
3
Outside visit
Convent of Saint Gabriel the Archangel
One of the oldest convents in Mexico, built over an ancient temple dedicated to Quetzalcóatl, where Indigenous history and Franciscan tradition intertwine, preserving the memory of Cholula.
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Tour reviews

4.70
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Professionalism
4.70
Fun
4.30
Communication
4.60
Quality
4.70
Route
4.63

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 18 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Cholula: Living Memory of Two Worlds



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