One of Mexico’s most revered figures, the late artist Frida Kahlo spent her final years in the nation’s capital, Mexico City, and visitors can delve into her fascinating life on a number of guided tours.
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Best known for her many self-portraits, as well as her works inspired by the nature and artefacts of Mexico, Kahlo is nothing short of a cultural icon, her artistic merits – and distinctive appearance – making her famous the world over. As well as being home to the Frida Kahlo Museum, travellers to Mexico City also have the opportunity to learn more about her life and career by joining a guided tour that takes you beyond the museum itself and onto the city streets. We’ve picked out 3 of the best Mexico City tours currently on offer.
Frida Kahlo-Diego Rivera Studio House Tour
Located in the historic neighbourhood of San Ángel in the southwest of Mexico City, The Frida Kahlo-Diego Rivera Studio House offers a fascinating window into the creativity that inspired the legendary artist. With hotel pick-up included, your guide will transport you to the renowned attraction before accompanying you through its spaces, enhancing the experience with fascinating facts and insights along the way. At the end of the tour, the guide will recommend a local restaurant for dinner (not included) before leaving you to go on your way. From USD$34 per person.
Frida Kahlo, Coyoacán, and Xochimilco Day Tour
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For a more immersive and extended experience, this full-day tour takes in both landmarks relating to Frida Kahlo as well as several other places of interest dotted across the southern reaches of Mexico’s vast capital city. As well as a visit to the house of Frida Kahlo, you’ll also get to explore the center of Coyoacán, the Olympic Stadium, the Museum of the Risco, the UNAM library, the Anahuacalli Museum, and the famous canals of Xochimilco, with all required entrance fees included in the tour price. Round-trip transportation from your hotel is also included. From USD$59 per person.
Frida Kahlo Tour: A Journey Through Art and Legacy
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If you like the idea of a more intimate, exclusive tour for you and a select group of friends or family, this private excursion may well fit the bill. Over the course of three-and-a-half hours, an experienced, knowledgeable and entertaining local guide leads you through Mexico City streets to the Frida Kahlo-Diego Rivera Studio House, regaling you with plenty of context and titbits of information along the way. The small-group setting and full attention of your guide help make each painting and photograph feel distinctly personal. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included in the tour price. From USD$174 per person.