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La Roma's Famous Sights and Local Lore: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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| Mexico City, Mexico
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Street food is major part of street culture everywhere in Mexico City and Colonia Roma is no different!
La Roma's Famous Sights and Local Lore: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Image 2
Colonia Roma's main avenue, Alvaro Obregón, is Paris-inspired, with a wide leafy median and lots of public art
Rio de Jainero plaza is one of the neighborhood's most popular and lovely weekend hang-outs
Colonia Roma's Mercado Medellin has been a center of neighborhood life since its construction in the 1920s
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Overview

Join local author Lydia Carey as she leads you through the streets of her favorite Mexico City neighborhood -- Colonia Roma. Along the way you will hear the story of Roma's foundation at the turn-of-the-century, its evolution into one of the city's most popular neighborhoods and what it is like to live there today.

You'll be introduced to famous neighbors, iconic landmarks, gorgeous architecture, and some of Lydia's favorite spots to sit and enjoy the view. This 45-minute audio walking tour will give you a greater context for understanding Mexico's massive capital and an intimate look at one of it's loveliest corners. Get ready for a delightful walk through Colonia Roma.

Plaza Luis Cabrera, Roma Norte is the starting point for this tour. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to Mexico City Streets: La Roma tour
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/Drink
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Plaza Luis Cabrera
Roma Nte., 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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End point

Plaza Río de Janeiro
Roma Nte., 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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Plaza Romita (pass by)

The oldest Catholic church built in the Americas, the Santa Maria de la Natividad de Aztacalco can be found at Plaza Romita. It dates back to 1530. This was one of the first places that Catholic priests baptized indigenous Mexicans and was also known as the church of the "good hanging". It was a place where convicted criminals would come to pray for a quick and painless hanging.
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Parroquia de la Sagrada Familia (pass by)

The construction of the Iglesia de la Sagrada Familia started in 1910 but didn't finish until 1925 because of the Mexican Revolution. The interior of the church has some art nouveau and art deco influences of the time exemplified by the stained glass windows and other decorative accents.
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Dulceria de Celaya (pass by)

The Dulceria Celaya is one of the city's oldest candy shops.
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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 and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the La Roma’s Famous Sights and Local Lore: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-110804P106

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the La Roma’s Famous Sights and Local Lore: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • VoiceMap Application.
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
  • Lifetime access to Mexico City Streets: La Roma tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Smartphone.
  • Transportation.
  • Food/Drink.
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 6..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the La Roma's Famous Sights and Local Lore: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for La Roma’s Famous Sights and Local Lore: A Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to Mexico City Streets: La Roma tour
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/Drink
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

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 and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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