Things to do in Mexico City

THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Mexico City

Things to Do in Mexico City

A hub for art (don't miss Palacio de Bellas Artes), history, and really good food. By day, tour the canals and pyramids. By night, catch a lucha libre match. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Top Attractions in Mexico City

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Vast museum showcasing indigenous Mexican cultures with a range of artifacts, including the Aztec calendar. Ideal for history enthusiasts, with guided tours recommended for non-Spanish speakers.
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Historic castle turned museum nestled in a lush park with panoramic city views, featuring Emperor Maximilian's quarters and vibrant murals that narrate the nation's history.
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Art Deco cultural center hosting vibrant ballet folklorico, plays, and operas amid stunning murals and elegant Tiffany glass, showcasing rich local history and art.
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Historic blue house museum in Coyoacán displaying the personal and artistic life of a famed artist with original artworks, intimate belongings, and vibrant gardens.
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Historic Coyoacán neighborhood brimming with cultural allure, featuring artisan markets, colonial architecture, and the iconic Frida Kahlo Museum amid vibrant dining scenes and quaint parks.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks

Historic central square lined with Spanish architecture, hosting a vibrant atmosphere, cultural ceremonies, and landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral and National Palace.
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Art museum with works by Da Vinci, Rodin, and Monet, including a vast Rodin sculpture collection. Features six floors of European and Mexican art with a spiral layout.
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Vibrant craft market featuring an array of handmade Mexican souvenirs, from pottery to textiles and jewelry. Stroll through colorful stalls for a cultural shopping experience.
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From quick jaunts to full-day outings.


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What travellers are saying

  • Raymondwilfong
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spent 3 hours at this museum and could have easily spent another 3 hours. So many interesting pieces of Mexican history. Exhibits dedicated to the Aztecs/Mayan/Olmecs. Lots of exhibits and things to see. Gift shop was incredibly and reasonable priced. Would highly recommend.
    Written February 4, 2025
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  • bcsystems
    Ann Arbor, MI5,402 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is an amazing Castle overlooking Mexico City. The interior would match anything you see in Europe. The garden was beautiful. Be forewarned of couple things, it is a good hike up the circular road to the entrance. You cannot bring any liquids in so was wasted emptying our water bottles.
    Written January 25, 2025
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  • Considered Review
    Norwich, UK2,474 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Designed by Adamo Boari in 1904 and completed after a hiatus in 1932 by Mexican architect Federico Mariscal this is one of the most beautiful buildings in Mexico. Small but elegant gardens lead the eye, the foot, and the person inevitably to a hugely impressive facade. A building to be proud of.
    Written January 30, 2025
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  • bcsystems
    Ann Arbor, MI5,402 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came here as part of our tour. I think you need advance purchase tickets. It is not a large museum and they can only admit so many people. Definitely a must see for any art or Frida fan. Lots of history in her life and video.
    Written January 26, 2025
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  • bcsystems
    Ann Arbor, MI5,402 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is an enjoyable walking neighborhood. It had more authentic restaurants and a flea market inside should you run into weather. The cathedral in the main square is also a good stop.
    Written January 26, 2025
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  • Considered Review
    Norwich, UK2,474 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Modern-ish church and square, both of huge and impressive size. A real family atmosphere with adults and children sitting and eating everywhere. A lovely place.
    Written January 31, 2025
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  • Considered Review
    Norwich, UK2,474 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a wonderful heart to a city. The Zócalo (or Plaza de la Constitucion) is a vast open square surrounded by significantly grand religious and municipal buildings. A modern covered stage was there when we visited so it obviously hosts large events too. We also saw the taking down of the flag ceremony too as dusk approached. All rather glorious and charming.
    Written January 30, 2025
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  • Considered Review
    Norwich, UK2,474 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Remarkable open air ruins viewable from the street. Museum attached nearby with walks through the ruins. A Mexica mesoamerican temple built in their capital city of Tenochtitlanh (now Mexico City).
    Written January 30, 2025
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  • Mick M
    71 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    From the moment you see the exterior of this modern building to entering the spacious white flowing interior with a life sized replica of David in the foyer you will be bowled over by the 6 floors of art by World famous artists & sculptors!
    It actually puts ALL of the art museums in CDMX in the shade!
    Just go there, please!
    Written December 30, 2024
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  • ginny
    Silver Spring, MD6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Large market with a mix of handicrafts and souvenirs.

    This was a nice place to shop because there were number of stalls all in one place and you could walk around and get a good look at a variety of things you might be interested in and then make your purchase choice after feeling like you had looked them all over. I feel certain it is not the lowest price Market, but it was very convenient and allowed me to pick up a few things that I knew that I wanted and get a good look at what the handicraft market from Central America is doing.

    One of my big regrets is that I was returning with a small suitcase and could not buy some of the glassware that I saw that I liked it a lot. The merchants are quite professional. Most of them took credit cards and I paid for a couple of things with some other large bills that I had gotten at the bank machine and I did not get anybody who couldn’t change although I did try to use the big bills to buy things that were close to the size of the bills.

    Overall, I liked it because I contained my shopping to one particular part of the trip and was not feeling like I wanted to stop at stalls everywhere we went.
    Written January 13, 2025
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  • pbeckers
    Herentals, Belgium12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Been here several times , and its a great an nice area , and for sure on a Sunday morning when roads are closed for cars !! And safe for walking cycling etc
    Written March 31, 2024
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  • Katherine L
    2 contributions