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Hidden LGBTQ History of Mexico: Plazas and Secrets

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Overview

It bridges forgotten pasts and vibrant futures of the hidden rainbow of Mexico City's past!
You will embark on an eye-opening journey through the vibrant LGBTQ+ history of Mexico City with our exclusive "Gay Side of History, Plazas and Temples" walk.
This isn't your ordinary walk - it is a time-traveling adventure that will challenge everything you thought you knew about Mexican culture and history!

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • Digital LGBT+ map of the Historic Center and extra resources.
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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República de Argentina 15
Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06020 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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República de Brasil 33
Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06020 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

At the Historic Center's second largest plaza, Plaza de Santo Domingo. At the corner of República de Venezuela and República de Brasil streets.

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Librería Porrúa

Rooftop balcony overlooking the Palace of the Royal Duty, the Hideaway Rooms of Frida Kahl, and the Great Aztec Temple's ruins.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Museo del Templo Mayor (pass by)

The Templo Mayor (Spanish for "Great Temple") was the main temple of the Mexica (former Aztec) people in their capital city.
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Catedral Metropolitana de la Ciudad de Mexico (pass by)

The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven is the cathedral church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Mexico.
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Zocalo

The central plaza. The heart of city and country. The meeting place since the 16th century.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palacio Nacional de Mexico (pass by)

The National Palace (Spanish: Palacio Nacional) is the seat of the federal executive in Mexico. Since 2018 it has also served as the official residence for the President of Mexico.
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Centro Cultural Espana en Mexico

The Centro Cultural de España (Cultural Center of Spain in Mexico) is located at 18 Guatemala Street in the historic center of Mexico City. In the late 1990s, this old mansion just behind the Cathedral was in ruins when the Mexico City government ceded it to the Spanish government. When restoration work was finished, the new Centro Cultural de España was inaugurated by the King of Spain with the President of Mexico in 2002.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ex Old Customs (pass by)

The Old Customs Building is located on the east side of Santo Domingo Plaza between Republica de Venezuela and Luis Gonzalez Obregon Streets just to the north of the main plaza of Mexico City.
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Plaza de Santo Domingo

Plaza Santo Domingo is flanked to the west by the Portal de Evangelistas, which is a Tuscan colonnade with round arches. Scribes with typewriters and antique printing machines work in this Portal.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Antiguo Palacio de la Santa Inquisición (pass by)

The Spanish Inquisition was the civilian institution in charge of executing convicted homosexuals between 1521 and 1821.
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Santo Domingo (pass by)

The Church of Santo Domingo is located on the north side and faces the Santo Domingo plaza. The starting point of El Camino Real, from Old Mexico to New Mexico, a trading route and a safe haven for gay male couples.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hidden LGBTQ History of Mexico: Plazas and Secrets?

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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  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • Digital LGBT+ map of the Historic Center and extra resources.
  • Downloadable PDF copy of e-book RAINBOW MEXICO: Bridging Forgotten Pasts and Vibrant Futures.
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • You will walk for 1 mile in 3 hours.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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