Colonia Roma Musical Walking Tour
Mexico City , Central Mexico
Free CancellationFrom $ 17.66
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)Explore the iconic Colonia Roma in Mexico City on a walking tour with wireless headphones and popular music. After getting a master's degree in art and theory, visual artist Gabriel Acevedo Velarde makes connections among architecture, history and vernacular music. Starting in the old La Romita town, this journey highlights the evolution of Mexican identities, from a 16th-century chapel to modern urbanization. Discover cultural landmarks like the origin of tortillas and the African roots of mariachi music as they intertwine with Mexico's history. This musical tour invites participants to engage with diverse perspectives and enrich their understanding of the region's lively and complex heritage. - Connect Mexican popular music with the nation's architecture and history - Visit historical sites, like the iconic La Romita chapel - Explore themes of identity, music, and Latin American idiosyncracy