Mexico City
Aztec history, world-class museums, and incredible food.
About Mexico City
Mexico City is a cultural powerhouse - ancient Aztec ruins, Spanish colonial architecture, world-class museums, and some of the planet's best food. From Frida Kahlo to street tacos, lucha libre to mezcal bars, CDMX delivers.
What to See & Do
Frida Kahlo Museum
Teotihuacan pyramids
Zócalo square
Roma & Condesa neighborhoods
Street food
Anthropology Museum
Where to Stay
Las Alcobas
luxuryLuxury boutique in Polanco
Downtown Mexico
boutiqueDesign hotel in Centro Histórico
Chaya B&B
boutiqueCharming B&B in Roma neighborhood
Activities & Experiences
Teotihuacan Pyramids
Ancient Aztec pyramids day trip
Frida Kahlo Museum
Casa Azul in Coyoacán
Food Tour
Tacos, tamales, and markets
Anthropology Museum
World-class pre-Columbian artifacts
Where to Eat
Pujol
Modern Mexican
World's 50 Best restaurant
Contramar
Seafood
Famous tuna tostadas
El Cardenal
Traditional Mexican
Historic breakfast spot
Sample Itineraries
Mexico City Culture & Cuisine
Centro Histórico
- Zócalo
- Metropolitan Cathedral
- Templo Mayor
- Palacio de Bellas Artes
Teotihuacan
- Morning pyramids tour
- Afternoon at Anthropology Museum
- Polanco dinner
Coyoacán & San Ángel
- Frida Kahlo Museum
- Coyoacán market
- Trotsky Museum
- San Ángel
Roma & Condesa
- Neighborhood walks
- Gallery hopping
- Coffee culture
- Contramar lunch
- Mezcal bar
Food & Departure
- Market tour and cooking class
- Final tacos
- Departure
Quick Facts
Region
North America
Best Time to Visit
Mar-May, Oct-Nov
When to Go
March-May and October-November for pleasant weather.
Avoid: June-September is rainy season (afternoon showers).
Getting There
Mexico City International Airport (MEX) is large and busy. Uber/Didi to city. Good metro system.
Local Tips
- Use Uber - safer than street taxis
- Try street tacos - they're safe and delicious
- High altitude (7,350 ft) - take it easy first day
- Learn basic Spanish
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