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Xochimilco (Ecological Park)
LeisureVisit: ~150 min
Area of canals in the south of the city, a remnant of the ancient lake system and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is toured on colourful trajineras, flat-bottomed boats with names painted on the arch. You can see the chinampas, agricultural islands of pre-Hispanic origin, and boats pass by with mariachis and food stalls. There are landing stages such as Nativitas and Cuemanco.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Xochimilco (Ecological Park): 3 missions
- Sail the canals on a trajineraChoose a landing stage, agree the price of the trip and sail along the canals.
- Try typical food served from another boatGo up to the food boats and order something typical, such as elotes or quesadillas.
- Observe the chinampas and their floating gardensNotice the cultivated islands along the banks and the trees that hold them in place.
Near Xochimilco (Ecological Park)
Estadio Azteca6.1 km awayAnahuacalli Museum6.7 km awayCuicuilco9.2 km awayMUAC10.0 km awayCoyoacán10.2 km awayCoyoacán Market10.3 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Xochimilco (Ecological Park)?
Allow about 2 h 30 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Xochimilco (Ecological Park)?
Sail the canals on a trajinera, Try typical food served from another boat and Observe the chinampas and their floating gardens.
What is there to see near Xochimilco (Ecological Park)?
Estadio Azteca (6.1 km), Anahuacalli Museum (6.7 km) and Cuicuilco (9.2 km).
Source: Wikipedia