Things to Do in Mexico City
Plan your days in Mexico City, your way
Start with the essential: a slow morning at the Zócalo, cathedral bells and the smell of street tamales.
Walk over to the Templo Mayor and get one great dose of the city's Aztec heart.
Lunch is tacos al pastor at a busy stand — follow the crowd, trust the trompo.
Spend the afternoon wandering Roma Norte, where art deco buildings shade bookshops and cafés.
Chapultepec's castle gives you the view: park below, volcanoes on the horizon.
A boat ride in Xochimilco one afternoon, all color, music, and floating snack vendors.
Dinner somewhere with mezcal and mole, nothing fancy, everything delicious.
One museum, done properly: the Anthropology Museum, two hours, no guilt.
Evenings are for a plaza bench, an elote from a cart, and watching the city go by.
You'll leave with a balanced taste of everything and a reason to return.
Top attractions and places to eat in Mexico City
Chapultepec Zoo
A large free zoo within Chapultepec Park housing diverse species including giant pandas. A popular family outing set among the city's largest green space.
zoo · 4.2 rating
Arena México
The legendary home of lucha libre wrestling in Mexico City, hosting masked-wrestler matches in a lively, theatrical atmosphere. A must for fans of this quintessential Mexican spectacle.
stadium · 4.7 rating
Taquería Orinoco
A popular Mexican taquería chain known for northern-style tacos al pastor and chicharrón, served late into the night. Travelers go for classic, affordable street-style tacos in a casual atmosphere.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Pastelería Ideal
A vast, historic bakery in Mexico City's Centro filled with countless traditional Mexican pastries and cakes. Travelers go for the enormous selection and old-world atmosphere.
bakery · 4.6 rating
Mercado de San Juan Pugibet
A famed gourmet market known for exotic ingredients, specialty meats, cheeses, and prepared foods. A destination for adventurous eaters and food lovers.
market · 4.5 rating
Museo Nacional de Antropología
Mexico's premier anthropology museum, housing world-renowned collections of Mesoamerican artifacts including the Aztec Sun Stone. An essential destination for understanding the country's ancient cultures.
museum · 4.8 rating · 210 MXN
La Casa De Toño
A popular chain serving traditional Mexican pozole, tacos and antojitos at affordable prices around the clock. A reliable stop for classic comfort food.
restaurant · 4.5 rating
Museo Jumex
A contemporary art museum housing one of Latin America's leading private collections, in a striking building in Polanco. A key stop for modern and contemporary art enthusiasts.
museum · 4.6 rating
Mercado Roma
A trendy gourmet food hall in the Roma neighborhood gathering many vendors, stalls, and eateries under one roof. Travelers go to sample varied Mexican and international dishes.
market · 4.3 rating
El Vilsito
An auto repair shop by day that transforms into one of Mexico City's most celebrated taco al pastor spots by night. Travelers go for iconic late-night tacos.
restaurant · 4.3 rating
Los Cocuyos
A tiny, famous taqueria in the historic center known for its variety of meat tacos including suadero and offal. Travelers go for a legendary Centro taco experience.
restaurant · 4.1 rating
Churrería El Moro
An iconic 24-hour churrería serving fresh churros and hot chocolate since 1935. A beloved sweet stop known throughout Mexico City.
bakery · 4.4 rating
Salón Tenampa
An iconic cantina on Plaza Garibaldi famous for mariachi music, tequila and a festive atmosphere. Travelers go for the quintessential mariachi and drinking experience.
bar · 4.5 rating
Palacio de Bellas Artes
An iconic Art Nouveau and Art Deco cultural palace renowned for its marble facade, Tiffany glass curtain, and murals by Rivera and Orozco. Travelers go for its architecture, exhibitions, and performances.
attraction · 4.7 rating · 75 MXN
Chapultepec Castle
A historic castle atop Chapultepec Hill housing the National Museum of History, with sweeping views over the city. Travelers visit for its royal history, museum collections, and panoramas.
castle · 4.7 rating · 100 MXN