Xochimilco, located in Mexico City, is a perfect place for adventurers who want to enjoy unique and popular activities, such as a trajinera ride through the canals. In addition, visitors will be able to taste typical Mexican food and drinks while admiring the natural beauty and fauna of the place.
But there are more activities, here are some options:
Tourists will be able to discover the less traveled channels and fall in love with nature and the endemic birds that are found along the way, in a unique kayak trip.
For lovers of bees and beekeeping, the Ruta de las Abejas is a perfect option, where visitors will discover the importance of flora and fauna. To have a complete experience, it is advisable to visit the Puente de Urrutia pier and the Abejas de Barrio Apiary
For those interested in agriculture and caring for the environment, the Chinampa Demostrativa workshop is an obligatory stop. They will be able to learn agroecological techniques to grow flowers and vegetables in an environmentally friendly way and will have the unique chance to visit the canals of the ecological reserve.
Some options for historical tourism in the city are the church of San Bernardino de Siena, the Archaeological Museum with an impressive collection of Teotihuacan artifacts and paleontological pieces, or the Dolores Olmedo Museum, where there are works by Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.
For nature lovers, the Xochimilco Ecological Park is the perfect place to discover endemic and migratory species. With 50 bodies of water and swamps in 145 hectares.
Xochimilco is famous for its delicious gastronomy and, above all, for its pulque. Tourists will have the opportunity to visit one of the most renowned pulquerías in the area, El Templo de Diana, where they can try pulques of various flavors.