"Michelle and I in Xochimilco" Xochimilco by malianrob

Xochimilco Travel Guide: 11 reviews and 99 photos

The Floating Gardens of Xochimilco

It is said that Xochimilco is the last remnant of what Mexico City looked like before the Spanish arrived in 1521. These water ways date back to Aztec times.

Michelle and I in Xochimilco - Xochimilco

We got on one of the traineras, which is what the boats are called, and off we went to explore the canals.

Museo Dolores Olmedo Patino

When in Xochimilco you have to visit the Museo Dolores Olmedo. It is a huge museum.

Last visit to Xochimilco: Sep 2008
Intro Updated Sep 24, 2008
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Museo Dolores Olmedo Patino Things to Do (3)

This is a very nice estate. There is a museum here and also you can see the Dolores Olmeda house. I heard of this museum... more travel advice

Walk around the mercado de artesanias - Xochimilco

Walk around the mercado de artesanias Things to Do (3)

Next to where you get on the boats there is the handicrafts market. Not only can you get local craft and clothes you can... more travel advice

Dine on the Trajineras Restaurants (1)

We didnt bring our own food like alot of people do. Our plan was to eat here, and we did just that. The guy rowing our... more travel advice

Do the obvious, Ride a trajinera - Xochimilco

Do the obvious, Ride a trajinera Things to Do (3)

This was alot of fun. We picked alittle boat and we went off. The cost is about $10 per person and we go for about an... more travel advice

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evitravels Aug 17, 2010 at 8:57 PM

I agree, this is a great thing to do in Xochimilco. You can also take the metro and light rail to get there. Here's some photos from my last visit! evitravels.tumblr.com/post/9...
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cachaseiro Dec 3, 2008 at 7:25 AM

nice to see photos from Xochimilco. i was there on a boat ride in march myself :O)
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micky-d Nov 28, 2008 at 7:33 PM

Damn! We had a good time! Where are going next??
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joiwatani Nov 25, 2008 at 11:20 PM

Sounds like you had a great time boating!
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shrtcake20 Oct 6, 2008 at 12:16 PM

Did Michelle like it here? How come she doesnt put her pictures up?