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Museo Nacional de Antropologia ©
Natural History Museum
Museo Nacional de Antropologia , Mexico City
4.8
Enrich your tour of the city with a history lesson at Museo Nacional de Antropologia, one of Mexico's premier cultural institutions. Establis
Tours from $19
Palacio de Bellas Artes ©
Art Museum
Palacio de Bellas Artes , Mexico City
4.8
Admire works from Mexican and international artists at Palacio de Bellas Artes. Construction on the domed palace begun in 1905, using art nou
Museo Frida Kahlo ©
Specialty Museum
Museo Frida Kahlo , Mexico City
4.4
Acquaint yourself with the personal life of one of Mexico's most renowned artists at Museo Frida Kahlo. Kahlo was born, lived, and died in th
Tours from $25
Zocalo
Historic Walking Area
Zocalo , Mexico City
4.5
Built atop an ancient meeting place Zocalo serves as a center of activity in the capital, hosting protests, celebrations, and the bustle of d
Chapultepec Castle ©
Castle
Chapultepec Castle , Mexico City
4.8
Explore the only castle in North America to be inhabited by a reigning monarch at Chapultepec Castle. Perched atop a sacred Aztec hill at 2,3
Tours from $34

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Mexico City

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World heritage site · Specialty Museums · Natural History Museums
There are plenty of things to do in Mexico City, from exploring cultural sites to discovering the area's exciting nightlife scene. Head to Templo Mayor Museum for a trip back to the time of the ancient Aztecs--you'll find an archeological site that was one of the most significant temples in the postclassical period of Mesoamerica. The largest cathedral in the Americas is located right downtown, built from the stones of an Aztec temple dedicated to the god of war. Food tours are readily available for visitors wanting to taste Mexico's distinctive dishes.

Historic Sites in Mexico City

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Chapultepec Castle ©
Castle
Chapultepec Castle
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe ©
Historic Site
Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Museo del Templo Mayor ©
Ruin
Museo del Templo Mayor
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana) ©
Religious Site
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Mexico City

Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5 ©
World heritage site
Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5
San Juan Teotihuacan
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Spanish Language Institute - Day Course ©
Educational Site
Spanish Language Institute - Day Course
Cuernavaca
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Tlaxcala ©
Landmark
Palacio de Gobierno del Estado de Tlaxcala
Tlaxcala
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Archaeological Zone of Xochicalco ©
World heritage site
Archaeological Zone of Xochicalco
Cuernavaca
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Mexico City

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Walking tour
Walking tours
4.9
Duration: 4h 30 min
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Beer Tasting / Tour
Beer Tastings & Tours
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Museo del Tiempo Tlalpan ©
Specialty Museum
Museo del Tiempo Tlalpan
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Murales de Diego Rivera en la Secretaria de Educacion Publica ©
Landmark
Murales de Diego Rivera en la Secretaria de Educacion Publica
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

Museums in Mexico City

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Museo Soumaya ©
Specialty Museum
Museo Soumaya
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
Museo Dolores Olmedo Patino ©
Specialty Museum
Museo Dolores Olmedo Patino
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Museo Casa Luis Barragan ©
World heritage site
Museo Casa Luis Barragan
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli ©
Specialty Museum
Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Mexico City

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Casa Fusion ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Casa Fusion
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
La Plateria del Mercado
Gift & Specialty Shop
La Plateria del Mercado
5.0
Duration: 30 minutes
The Shops at Downtown ©
Shopping Mall
The Shops at Downtown
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Mercado De Artesanias La Ciudadela ©
Flea Market
Mercado De Artesanias La Ciudadela
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Featured attractions

Tasty Bites Food Tours ©
Nightlife
Tasty Bites Food Tours
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
Museo del Tiempo Tlalpan ©
Specialty Museum
Museo del Tiempo Tlalpan
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Mexico Tour Freelance ©
Historical Tour
Mexico Tour Freelance
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
National Palace (Palacio Nacional) ©
Government Building
National Palace (Palacio Nacional)
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

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Where to stay in Mexico City

Palacio de Bellas Artes ©
Head straight to the trendy neighborhoods of Roma or La Condesa if you're looking for an artsy atmosphere--you can find design-conscious hostels and boutique hotels nestled among the many bars, restaurants, cafes, and galleries. For easy access to the city's most beautiful architecture, you can't beat staying in the historical center, although the neighborhood's UNESCO-listing means you'll only find smaller, old-fashioned options there. You can also indulge in a few luxury nights in the fancy Polanco district, or look for a more budget-friendly option in the popular Zona Rosa.
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