All destinations
From Mexico City's historic core (Zócalo, Templo Mayor, Basilica of Guadalupe) to the southern barrios of Coyoacán and Xochimilco, the Teotihuacan pyramids, and colonial towns like Puebla, Taxco and Tepoztlán
Must-visit destinations
Centro Histórico
History and archaeology lovers drawn to Aztec and colonial layers, Architecture walkers exploring baroque churches and art-deco towers
Chapultepec and Polanco
Museum visitors — the Anthropology Museum is the finest in Mexico and among the best in Latin America, History lovers wanting Aztec, Maya, and pre-Columbian collections under one roof
Coyoacán
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera art enthusiasts, Colonial architecture walkers wanting a slower neighbourhood pace
Roma and Condesa
First-time visitors wanting the most walkable, safe, and food-rich neighbourhood base, Dining travellers exploring Mexico City's most concentrated restaurant scene
Teotihuacán
Anyone visiting Mexico City — Teotihuacán is the most important archaeological site in the Americas, Early risers who want the pyramids without midday crowds
Xochimilco
Canal boat experiences on the only surviving Aztec chinampas agricultural system, Visitors interested in the macabre Island of the Dolls folk art phenomenon
More to explore
Puebla and Cholula
Food travellers seeking mole negro, cemitas, and Puebla's distinctive culinary heritage, Architecture walkers in a UNESCO colonial city centre with 70+ baroque churches
San Ángel
Art and craft buyers at the Saturday Bazar del Sábado, Colonial architecture walkers wanting a less-visited alternative to Coyoacán
Taxco
Colonial architecture enthusiasts who want a hillside village atmosphere, Silver jewellery buyers in Mexico's silverworking capital
Tepoztlán
Hikers who want a relatively accessible pyramid climb with valley views, Those seeking a quieter alternative to Coyoacán's crowds
Tolantongo
Nature travellers wanting turquoise thermal water in a dramatic canyon setting, Those who enjoy hot springs without the ultra-polished resort experience
Off the beaten path
Basílica de Guadalupe
Visitors wanting to understand Mexican Catholicism and popular faith, History travellers interested in colonial-era chapels on the Cerro del Tepeyac
Tula
Archaeology travellers wanting a major pre-Columbian site without Teotihuacán's crowds, Those combining with Tepotzotlán's baroque colonial monastery in one northern day trip
Valle de Bravo
Those wanting a lakeside weekend escape from Mexico City without flying, Monarch butterfly observers visiting November through February
Most-booked experiences in Mexico City and central Mexico
Whichever destination you choose, these are the activities travellers book most.
Mexico City: Teotihuacan First Entry Tour with Expert Guide
From Mexico City: Teotihuacan Air Balloon Flight & Breakfast
Mexico City: Xochimilco, Coyoacan & Frida Kahlo with Lunch
Mexico City: Frida Kahlo Museum or Casa Kahlo Entry Ticket
Mexico City: Tacos & Mezcal Night Food Tour
Mexico City: Lucha Libre Wrestling Match, Mariachi & Tequila
From Mexico City: Puebla and Cholula Day Tour with Lunch
