Traveling with a focus on art

A vacation in Mexico with an emphasis on art and culture. The Mayas have been called "The Greeks of the New World" and have been considered an outstanding civilization due to their extraordinary achievements in science and art. The great painter Rufino Tamayo made several sculptures of these and other Mesoamerican civilizations, which are housed at the Tamayo Museum in Oaxaca, the city where this famous painter was born.

The fascinating pre-hispanic art of Mexico can be found in many excellent museums, as well as in certain archaeological sites and in art trade shops. In these places you can find authorized reproductions of pre-hispanic art as well. An experienced Mextrotter guide will provide you with all the necessary explanations regarding the background of  all these works of art, making your art experience a true joy.

The famous Olmec, Maya, Zapotec and Aztec wall paitings, monumental sculpures and other art pieces will be an integral part of your journey: The Indian and Spanish hands created many fabulous art pieces in monasteries, churches and palaces. The Spanish Colonial Baroque style was of great importance and can be observed nowadays hidden in places such as village churches, basically out of sight.

Both indigenous an European influences are reflected in the revolutionary art of muralists like Diego Rivera, Siqueiros and Orozco, all following the footsteps of the well known art icon Frida Kahlo and the internationally recongnized architecture of Luis Barragán. We finish this art panorama with many of the  absolutely stupendous creations of Mexican -often indigenous- artisans who often sell their work for little money.

Mextrotter offers an exceptional art and culture tour: 

• Experienced guides, with good knowledge of art, architecture and photography
• Flexibility and commitment in planning and practical implementation of your art journey: Do you want to see a particular painting in a church located in a village far away in the mountains? We take you there!
• (Boutique) hotels, some of which are art objects themselves or a good source of inspiration -do not forget your sketchpad!