Mexico City: History, Art, Culture and Politics

Mexico City is a beautiful and fascinating first-rate city. I tried new dishes I hadn't eaten before and learned about history and art that I will continue to research on my own.

We cannot recommend this program more highly. It exceeded my expectations by far. We learned so much and experienced so many surprises. This is what I love about traveling--the unexpected experiences and the opportunity to open your mind and think about things in a different way. One of the best RS trips ever!

The historical and cultural tour of Mexico City was fantastic. This city is a jewel and Road Scholar made sure we saw every one of its unique spots. The tour guides gave wonderful explanations of each site. And did I mention the city is very safe? Don't miss this tour!

This program was everything I was hoping for, and more. Splendid!

This was a terrific week of learning in Mexico City. The staff was welcoming, the lecturer was compelling, the sites were incredible, and the other participants were pleasant and respectful. I look forward to another Road Scholar trip soon.

Wonderful educational and eye opening experience

This trip was flawless. If there were any hiccups, we didn't know about them because they were handled by the Group Leader and her team. This was a great way to see Mexico City. We could never have managed it so well on our own. The scheduling and logistics were impressive. We enjoyed everything about this trip. The whole program tied together, from ancient history to modern day. The lectures on art and political history were both entertaining and informative. They gave us a good appreciation for what we saw during the day. The walking tours and site visits were just right to give a flavor of the city and the country. The introduction to classic Mexican cuisine in the different restaurants was lovely. The other travelers on our trip were interesting and interested. It was a great, easy group to be with. We expect to return to see more of Mexico.

The trip to Mexico City was fantastic and exceeded my expectations. The group leader, Beatriz, did an excellent job. The schedule was well planned and I learned much. Highly recommend this trip for anyone wanting to learn about Mexico. The Ballet Folklorico was a great way to end the trip!

If you have not been to Mexico, or know only a little about it, go on this tour! It is a first-rate introduction to a fascinating country that is right next door.

The Mexico City trip was an eye-opener. There was so much to do and see that was amazing. The art, history, and culture must be experienced to fully appreciate Mexico. What you see on social media is NOT the Mexico you experience by being there.

Fantastic program! Lorena was a wonderful tour leader and the itinerary was perfect: Ballet Folklorico, Anthropology Museum, Frida's Blue House and the Pyramids -- every day was fun and interesting.

This RS program is the ideal blend of education and experience. The presenters were interesting and informative, the tour leaders were caring and capable, and Mexico City is a lively and fascinating place. Plus, there is a focus on the various foods of Mexico—an essential part of the country’s culture. We saw and learned so much. Just go!

Road Scholar programs are always great, but my recent trip to Mexico City was outstanding -- the history, the culture, the art (Rivera, Orozco, Siqueiros and Kahlo!), and the FOOD -- BRILLIANT! Muchas gracias Road Scholar!

If you are looking for a comprehensive understanding of Mexican history, culture, and politics, this course is an outstanding opportunity to learn! Experts are available throughout the course to advance your understanding of Mexico, to develop your appreciate for Mexico City as one of the most important cosmopolitan centers of the world, and expose you to the people and places that make Mexico City such a special place!

\What a breath of fresh air it is to visit Mexico and specifically Mexico City.

This was a wonderful introduction to Mexican art, history, and culture--and to the spectacular architecture and art of Mexico City itself.

Mexico City, the homw of wonderful museums, murals, and more history that you can discover with Road Scholar.

Loved our week of learning on this integrated trip to Mexico City. The Lectures and guides were incredible. I learned about art and history of Mexico from a completely new perspective! I want to return and explore more.

I thoroughly enjoyed this experience in Mexico City! Mexico is a treasure and our leaders opened it up to us.

Run, don’t walk to experience this program. Teri, Lorena, Alma & Beatrice were amazing hosts/educators and I learned so much. I’ve made friends and I am already planning another trip to Mexico. The hotel was wonderfully located, the food wonderful and we were well taken care of. Thank you Road Scholar!

The Mexico City: History, Art, Culture and Politics trip is well worth taking.

I saw everything I wanted to see and learned about a great city!

Excellent introduction to Mexican History from the Mexican perspective, covering all the information I did not learn in High School.

You will see many of the places you want see during your week in Mexico City. The hotel is centrally located, a small bus takes the group to remote sites, the meals are very good, and the other participants bring their curiosity which adds tremendously.

This was a terrific trip that exceeded even my high expectations. The lectures were a high point for me and added greatly to the experiences. There is a lot crammed into this week but I wouldn't have wanted to miss any part of it.

This was an excellent trip. The activities were educational and fun and well paced. The restaurants were well chosen. The guide Arturo and assistant guide Roberto were friendly, kind, knowledgable, and extremely helpful. The hotel was OK, but could have had more amenities (like a luggage rack or bar of soap). But all in all, I highly recommend it.

Mexico City is a wonderful, sophisticated city full of incredible resources and educational experiences. It is a "must visit"! Having knowledgeable guides is essential to getting the most out a a visit.

My second Road Scholar program was as informative and well organized as the first. I learned a great deal about our neighbors to the South. Their history and culture are beautiful and fascinating

First, I would like to give high praise to our team of guides and instructors who were so kind and patient during our tour. To me, the highlights were the trips to the Aztec museum near the central plaza, the visit to the Sun and Moon "pyramids", and the Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo Museum. The ballet at the Opera House took my breath away and it's not what you expect when you hear the word ballet. You have to see it to believe it. I've posted a blog on our trip https://marcnobletrips.blog/explore/mexico-city-history-art-culture-and-politics/.

The Mexico City: History, Art, Culture and Politics experience is superb. The entire week was delightful: the interesting lectures, the beautiful murals, and visits to the principle sights of the city. The Anthropology Museum is world class and the pyramids are a must see. To top it all off, we saw the colorful, impressive Ballet Folkloric at the Palacio of Bellas Artes. I cannot wait to get back to Mexico.

Thus was my very first trip with Road Scholar and I would recommend it to anyone who loves travel loves experiencing our world and learning with new people, and enjoys the challenge of physical exercise.

I would never have been able to see Mexico City like this on my own — an awesome experience and totally worth it!

Excellent Tour! The two Trip Supervisors were Friendly, Organized and Very Helpful. The Educator was an Engaging and Well-Informed Teacher. She was creative and imaginative in her teaching style. I looked forward to each session with her. The Guide was equally engaging and well-informed. Paco was very easy to be with and learn from. Paco was patient, knowledgeable and funny. This Team was the best a traveler could hope for! The Hotel was in a good location and the set-up (rooms/lobby/staff/restaurant) were efficient. The Hotel Restaurant Food was of average quality. The Restaurants we visited were interesting and the food was varied and nicely prepared. The wonderful places we visited in Mexico City will be never forgotten memories!

This was an outstanding program. Extremely well-organized. I would definitely recommend it!

An excellent way to see Mexico City and surrounding areas and to understand the history of Mexico.

What a great introduction to this very cosmopolitan, European-like city, in our own hemisphere! If you think you've seen Mexico because you've been on a cruise or at the beach resorts -- you have a surprise coming. This is a city of museums, archaeological ruins, music and dance performances, and great shopping.

Very informative and worthwhile ...

What a great trip with excellent leaders and teachers. There is so much to learn and see in Mexico City. Road Scholar provided a very enjoyable way to do it. Bravo!

Mexico City with Road Scholar offers a trip of wonderful experiences with outstanding historical sites, tree lined streets, great art, and delicous foods. The people of city were welcoming to their world of multi-cultural events. Road Scholar does an excellent job exposing you to the highlights of the city.

I was reticent about going on a group tour because the only one I ever experienced before (Not RS) seemed to be focused on eating and shopping. Road Scholar provided the type of trip I need- active and full of learning. I enjoyed the people in the group who wanted the same type of experience.

This is a fantastic tour with an emphasis on local anthropology and archeology, murals, and so much great food. Maria Teresa and Beatriz did an incredible job of managing the logistics and making everyone feel so welcome. There is so much to see and do in Mexico City.

Viva Mexico

A great introduction the Mexico City. I'm encouraged to go again.

History, Art. Culture and Politics of Mexico City Program immerses participants in experiences of historical significance affected by cultures of the world over thousands of years. It is rich in customs of a romantic people, music, archeology and outstanding political and cultural art, architecture and graphic details of its cultural past. We learned much by attending this tour.

If, like me (before participating in this program), you have never visited Mexico, you should seriously consider taking this trip. The week spent here will grearly enhance your understanding and appreciation of our neighboring nation. The staff, lecturer, and guide are all first rate. The itinerary includes a high percentage of the area's top cultural, artistic, and historic attractions. And you will learn first hand that most of the concerns that some people have about visiting Mexico are invalid, or at least overblown.

This tour covers the highlights of Mexico City with excellent guides. Nice group of lifelong learners. Well located hotel but just adequate food. However, the overall experience was very positive.

This is an excellent program. I would highly recommend it. The morning lectures by Alma Roura were superb;I learned a lot from them and they enhanced the program. The field trips were all very good and Paco is as very good guide. Our program coordinator, Beatriz Villegas kept us all organized. This is a very active trip with lots of stairs and uneven walking surfaces,. With that in mind, you can't go wrong with this program.

This is an active trip with multiple opportunities to learn about Mexican history,art and culture. Loved it! The guides were all excellent and the variety of field trips was wonderful.

This program was busy, active, lots of urban walking at a reasonable pace. Mexico City is very large, oozing history out of every pore, good Mexican food, wonderful staff and accomodation. I feel I learned a lot about Mexican pre-history, art and recent history/politics. I have been to Mexico a number of times and I came away from this trip feeling that I learned a lot and developed a deeper affection for the country and its people.

This week in Mexico City was jam-packed with learning opportunities and field trips to the sites that are on most peoples' wish list when visiting - Teotihuacan, Frida Kahlo's Blue House, National Museum of Anthropology, Templo Mayor, Diego Rivera and others' murals, plus many more. We were so well taken care of by our tour leaders Arturo and Arturo, our tour guide Paco, and our lecturer Alma. They were so darn nice on top of being well organized and knowledgeable. What a great value for the money!

This was my first Road Scholar trip and my first trip of many I hope to take as a solo traveler. I was a little anxious In case I ended up as the only single in the group. I am thrilled to say it was about 50/50 couples and singles, and I got to become friends with some amazing people who were friendly and willing to share their experience with me. And I learned from the experienced ones in the group that that is usually the case. I couldn’t be happier about it.

Another winner for Road Scholar. The Geronimo guys, Arturo and Arturo and Cosme are all just great. They took great care of us and really made sure we were having a great time. Alma Roura is a jewel and helped so much with my understanding of our amazing neighbor to the south. They were all so appreciative of our visiting and a chance to display their wonderful city. Great food, nice hotel, great location, convivial group...a wonderful trip. People do need to realize that there is a lot of walking and standing on marble and concrete, so assess your abilities realitically. Further, to enjoy Teotihuacan, being able to climb stairs certainly helps. Also, realize that Mexico City is at 7000+ feet, so if you are prone to altitude sickness, aka mountain sickness, be aware of the possibility and plan accordingly. But the city and the country offer so much, it is all well worth the effort. Viva, Mexico!

This program is an immersive experience in Mexico City, which is an exciting, vibrant world-class city with a rich history and multifaceted culture, wonderful architecture, outstanding archaeological sites, and beautiful art.

This was a fabulous trip. I learned so much about Mexican history and culture. The staff was extremely helpful. Mexico City is a vibrant, beautiful place and I highly recommend it.

Mexico City is an amazing, vibrant and beautiful city that is full of surprises. This is a trip not to be missed! Road Scholar provides 5 lectures, daily outings to historical sites, knowledgable guides and very good accommodations. Participant safety is paramount; we were met at the airport upon arrival and put in a cab for departure back to airport. This group is very well organized and it shows. I highly recommend this tour as it clearly puts in perspective the pre-columbian history, European & US invasions as well as 20th century art & culture. Many of us have been to the beautiful resorts in Mexico; don't miss the heart of the country. I gained an understanding of Mexico from their perspective. This culture has a richness that needs to be experienced!

This program is a fascinating introduction to the arts and history of a great city.

We had a MARVELOUS time on this trip and are so grateful to Terri, Arturo, Rafi and Alma for their absolute devotion toward making this top-notch experience educational, comfortable and exciting. We fell in love with Mexico and Mexico City by seeing it through the eyes and experiences of these local experts/citizens/educators who shared their knowledge with love and pride. We were inspired to continue to study the language and history after our return and are planning to book a trip to San Miguel de Allende...hopefully with Arturo. A BIG thank you to everyone that made this adventure so fun and exciting! Linda Bunting-Blake

Rafi and Alma were wonderful, and many of us wanted more time with Alma about the history and culture. We would have met 30 minutes earlier to do that. Beto and Rafi both lifted our spirits and had enthusiasm throughout the day. Rafa knows so much and is a great person!!! My husband and I both were disappointed in the food. We had hoped for more of the great regional variation in food in Mexico, but we had a lot of repetition of similar things. For out of the Centro Historic you have to use the restaurants that are available and mostly they were good or ok. I liked buffets where there was choice. It would have been great to have at least 3 dinners on our own with recommendations of VERY GOOD restaurants close by. We bought a book and got good recommendations of restaurants, went before the trip and made restaurant reservations before we flew, and we stayed a day late. Other people said they wished they had done the same. We had great meals at Limosnares and Azul Historic (1 1/2 blocks from the hotel) in an amazing space with lots of regional excellent food. We greatly enjoyed (as did others from the trip who also went along) having drinks at the bar at the top of the fantastic hotel looking at the Zocalo. People should know about these things. Many of the people on this trip were experienced travelers and wanted some really good regional food. In Palm Springs at the film festival 2 or 3 meals were on your own but the Road Scholar staff took everyone who wanted to go together to a specific restaurant. This could be done in Mexico City so that inexperienced people would feel ok about getting to the restaurant. I really enjoyed seeing and hearing about the things we saw, and the people on the trip were great!!!

The history, art, and culture of Mexico City is amazing. You can only scratch the surface in a week but the Road Scholar trip covers a lot and whets your appetite for a return.

This tour had great variety and was well planned to give us all a taste of many aspects of Mexico City. I especially enjoyed all the art.

I have participated in three Road Scholar programs (1 within the US and 2 international). This was undoubtedly the best of the 3 programs in my estimation. Although the others were very good. The staff for this program was excellent in every respect. The capstone component for me was the understanding of the history of Mexico through its peoples, their cultures and art that has contributed to the evolution of present day Mexico. This information was effectively conveyed in lectures, fieldtrips, discussions with the group leaders and among the other participants. Our fellow participants were like-minded individuals who were not only delightful to travel with but were also individuals who were excited to learn and contributed their individual opinions, interpretations, and facts, which further enhanced this program for me. As the relationship between the US and Mexico remains strained and politicized, I would recommend this program to anyone who genuinely wants a more accurate understanding of this intriguing nation and it's people.

Mexico City was the perfect Spring Break Getaway. The weather in March was fabulous, the history of Mexico city is mesmerizing, the cuisine of the area is unique, and the hospitality is very welcoming.

My wife and I recently returned from the Mexico City History,Art, Culture and Politics program.It was outstanding from beginning to end.We couldn't have had a better travel experience. The group leaders Arturo, Roberto, Paco and Alma were top notch, most caring and professional. Mexico City is a vibrant city with much to see and do. Mark Class of 2018 Brooklyn, N.Y.