Duration
4 hours
Mexico City · experience
Iztapalapa Cablebús sightseeing tour
A ride on the world’s longest cable car over Iztapalapa’s street art and murals, with a guided stop on local history and a tortilla-making activity.
4 hoursSmall group, limited to 9 participantsFrom €26
The experience
The world’s longest cable car, over Iztapalapa’s murals and off the usual tourist routes.
A ride on the Cablebús — the world’s longest cable car system — over Iztapalapa, Mexico City’s largest and most populous borough, with panoramic views of its street art, architecture and the volcanoes on the horizon.
On the ground, the guide leads a stop at a local park to talk through Iztapalapa’s history and its signature musical styles (cumbia, sonidero, urban rock), plus a hands-on tortilla-making activity — a genuinely local, non-touristy side of the city.
Group
Small group, limited to 9 participants
Languages
English, Spanish
Format
World’s longest cable car (Cablebús), combined with the metro.
Meeting point
Bellas Artes subway, Parisian entrance — guides wear a green shirt and carry an umbrella.
Pickup and drop-off
Not included — travel to and from the Cablebús is by public transport, with fares included.
Who this suits
A good choice when it matches the way you want to use the city.
- Travellers who want to see a side of Mexico City well off the usual sightseeing routes.
- Anyone curious about the Cablebús itself — the world’s longest cable car system.
- A change of pace after a few days of museums and the Historic Center.
Itinerary
The route at a glance.
The guide and exact sequence are confirmed on the day. Times below are a useful indication of how this visit is normally structured.
- 145 minutes
Bellas Artes to Iztapalapa
By metro.
- 240 minutes
Cablebús cable car
Panoramic views over Iztapalapa.
- 320 minutes
Guided stop
Local history and context.
- 445 minutes
Photo stop and scenic views
Including the tortilla-making activity.
- 51 hour 5 minutes
Return to Bellas Artes
Cable car and metro back downtown.
What the visit includes
The practical detail before you choose a date.
Highlights
- A ride on the world’s longest cable car (Cablebús)
- Panoramic views of Iztapalapa’s street art and murals
- A guided stop on local history and music
- A hands-on tortilla-making activity
Included
- ✓ Public transportation card
- ✓ Cable car and metro fares
- ✓ A tortilla-making activity
- ✓ Expert guide
Not included
- • Meals and drinks (a small gordita snack is available, ~15 pesos)
- • Gratuities
Before you go
A few essentials for the day.
- Not suitable for children under 5, or for guests with vertigo, respiratory conditions, altitude sensitivity or motion sickness.
- Not suitable for guests over 220 lbs (100kg).
- Dress modestly and avoid sunglasses, hats, shorts and sandals.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.