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Mexico City:
CHAPULTEPEC SKYLINE
BY GONDOLA LIFT CAR

From the Underground to the Air ©
Chapultepec Park Trek and Walk
Small Group - 3.5 hours - Adults 18+ - From US $69
Tue-Fri 10:00 AM - By reservation only

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From one of the deepest subway stations to the aerial gondola ride and the former presidential residence grounds, enjoy walking and exploring one of the world's largest public parks and Mexico City's pride. From famous monuments, to the best aerial skyline view of Chapultepec, to the amazing grounds of the former presidential residence, enjoy this exclusive trek and walk.

  • "Fly" over one of the world's largest public parks.

  • This tour combines the underground and aerial gondola rides with a leisurely stroll through the grounds of the old presidential mansion. 

  • During  the "fly-over" enjoy the views of the Children's Museum, the Charro Rodeo Grounds, Parcours Park, the largest cemetery in town, the National Cinematheque and more. 

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

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From the famous National Auditorium and its subway station "Auditorio," we will begin exploring the former neighborhood of Los Pinos, where the President's Residence was for some 80 years and the area's uniqueness. We will see the UK-sponsored exhibits at Auditorio station, before taking the train to Constituyentes station, where we will board the aerial gondolas.

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The gondola ride will take us for 3.5 miles over six different stations for 30 minutes, each way. The many attractions to be seen from the air:

  • Reforme Avenue Skyline

  • El Pipila Public Elementary School

  • Polanco Skyline

  • Aztlan Amusement Park and its Ferris Wheel

  • Papalote, the Children's Museum

  • Carcamo de Dolores

  • Chapultepec's Minor Lake

  • Jewish Cemetery

  • National History Museum

  • Dolores Cemetery and the Illustrious People's Rotunda

  • Constituyentes Charro Arena (Lienzo Charro)

  • Parcours Park

  • Military Industry Fields

  • National Cinematheque

  • Interurban Railway Viaduct

  • Santa Fe Skyline

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On return we will visit the grounds of the former presidential residence of Los Pinos, the Molino del Rey battlesite monument, and the corn and other products still grown in Chapultepec exhibit by the Francisco Madero monument and the Loyalty Traffic Circle with a giant coat of arms of the country. 

LUIS BARRAGAN HOME - UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

If you are able to get your own tickets (very hard to get due to space and time limitations) we recommend that after this experience you visit the Home of Architect Luis Barragan, Pritzker Prize Winner, and a UNESCO World Heritage SIte by itself. Inquire for ticket availability here: https://visit.casaluisbarragan.org/en 

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WHERE YOU WILL BE

We will be in Chapultepec, in its many areas between old Rancho Los Pinos and Santa Fe, where we will visit the grounds of the Chapultepec National Cinematheque before taking the aerial tram back from Chapultepec's 4th to its 1st section at Rancho Los Pinos.

 

WHAT IS INCLUDED

  • The experience's specialized host and expert.

  • Small group access.

  • Introductory chat.

  • Multiple stops. 

  • Underground and gondola tickets.

  • Entrance to open, private, or public, locations whose internal visit is mentioned and that might or not require reservations or tickets.

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THE EXPERIENCE

We will experience the aerial view of of Mexico City’s sheer size by traveling along the southern end of Chapultepec Park on a gondola lift car. We will visit two of the city's most famous transportation systems and the grounds of a former presidential mansion. 

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STARTING POINT, ENDING POINT, FACILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION

This experience begins at the northern entrance to Auditorio subway station on Reforma Avenue. Visits do not return to the starting point. This experience ends at the Loyalty Traffic Circle (Glorieta de la Lealtad), 0.6 miles from the starting point. Uber or other cars can pick you up at the place. Your host will always remain with you until he makes sure everyone has the right directions and/or help for their next destination.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

Local Experts: Led by locals who love where they’re from and what they do.

Small Groups: With intimate group sizes, you’ll never get lost in the crowd.

Exclusive Access: You will always have the best available perspective.

Curated Paths: Our tours follow the best routes possible for enjoying it all in the shortest distance.

Specialty Topics: Our unique collection of themes sets us apart. All our topics are carefully selected for the discerning tourist.​

High Standards and Award-Winning Experiences: Every experience is vetted for exclusive access, and some have been awarded top prices for their quality and uniqueness.

CANCELLATION POLICY

 

Any experience can be canceled at least 7 days before the experience starts for a refund minus a 20% processing charge. Rescheduling and changes can be made at least 3 days before the experience starts. Refunds are counted from the original date of purchase.

 

GUEST REQUIREMENTS

 

Up to 10 guests ages 18 and up can attend our public experiences. All experiences include a long walk, mostly under the sun, with very few restroom stops (depending on the destination). Liquids aren't allowed inside venues, please be willing to dispose of your containers.

 

ON SCHEDULE

 

We begin on the dot and do not wait for missing participants. Neither you nor us can be late to our next destination.

WEATHER

 

This experience goes on rain or shine, please come prepared. In case of rain, we will do our best to spend as much time as possible indoors. In case of unforeseen closures of streets or venues, we are always prepared with an equivalent or alternate route.

 

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Mexico City:
CHAPULTEPEC SKYLINE
BY GONDOLA LIFT CAR

From the Underground to the Air ©
Chapultepec Park Trek and Walk
Small Group - 3.5 hours - Adults 18+ - From US $69
Tue-Fri 10:00 AM - By reservation only

Book Now Mexico City Polanco in Style Tour.
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