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Xochimilco · Canal & Waterway Tourism

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Xochimilco · Canal & Waterway Tourism

The last remnant of the Aztec lake system with chinampas (floating gardens). Colorful trajinera boats operate at MXN 500/hour offering mariachi boats, food vendors, and a party atmosphere. Weekends are busiest; weekdays calmer. Infrastructure is tourist developed rated 7/10. Daily costs range MXN 1,000-2,500. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Notable attraction includes the Island of Dolls. Conservation efforts are ongoing. The local life continues with working chinampas.

Destination Overview

The last remnant of the Aztec lake system with chinampas (floating gardens). Colorful trajinera boats operate at MXN 500/hour offering mariachi boats, food vendors, and a party atmosphere. Weekends are busiest; weekdays calmer. Infrastructure is tourist developed rated 7/10. Daily costs range MXN 1,000-2,500. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Notable attraction includes the Island of Dolls. Conservation efforts are ongoing. The local life continues with working chinampas.

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Best season
None
Difficulty
3
Region
Mexico, Mexico City

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