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Santa Maria la Rivera floating bookstore, murals and pulque

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Start your adventure at the spectacular Vasconcelos Library, and admire Gabriel Orozco’s “Mobile Matrix”. Afterwards, he performs "urban archaeology" of the neighborhood to discover the 1957 mural of José Gordillo, a hidden masterpiece that has survived earthquakes and the passage of time.
Continue to the vibrant colors of Gilberto Aceves Navarro's "War and Peace" mural, which shows the transition to the modern art era in Mexico. But the true essence of Porfiriato awaits you at Niña Oscura, a "secret" bookstore located in an early 20th century house, where you will find old books difficult to obtain.
Finally, visit the legendary Moorish Kiosk, a cast iron jewel in the heart of the Alameda, before closing the day at La Joya de Santa María. In this traditional pulqueria, toast authentic "cured" (fermented agave sap or a beer if you prefer), and immerse yourself in the neighborhood atmosphere!

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages A glass of pulque in "The Jewel"

    Meeting Location

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    Eje 1 Nte. S/N
    Buenavista, Cuauhtémoc, 06350 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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    C. Eligio Ancona 122
    Sta María la Ribera, Cuauhtémoc, 06400 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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    Biblioteca Vasconcelos

    Admire the impressive architecture of the Mobile Library, as well as the skeleton of a gray whale hanging on the first floor, the "Mobile Matrix", by Gabriel Orozco. Get lost among the shelves and locate jewelry of your favorite genre with the help of your guide.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Santa Maria la Ribera

    Visit Gilberto Acevez Navarro’s murals “La guerra y la paz” (1996) on Avenida Alzate and José Gordillo’s murals in the “Casa del Maestro” (1957), works of art lost in the urban jungle and official abandonment.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Kiosco Morisco

    Admire a masterpiece of Mexican architecture, characterized by its intricate design and intense red color, which make it the symbol of the neighborhood.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Pulquería La Joya

    Enter a small pulqueria, a bar where this traditional pre-Hispanic drink is sold. It is a place with more than 100 years of history, serving clients since before the Mexican Revolution.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santa Maria la Rivera floating bookstore, murals and pulque?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5580793P6

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    What's Included

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    • Alcoholic beveragesA glass of pulque in "The Jewel"

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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