Honest Mexico City travel advice
Is Mexico City safe (neighbourhood by neighbourhood), the altitude at 2,240 m, tap water, common scams and tourist traps to avoid.
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Is Mexico City safe? An honest 2026 guide
Is Mexico City safe for tourists? Honest 2026 breakdown by neighbourhood: Roma, Condesa, Polanco, Centro, Coyoacán, and which areas to avoid after dark.
Mexico City altitude guide: surviving 2,240 m
Mexico City is at 2,240 m (7,350 ft). Mild effects day 1–2: headaches, breathlessness, fatigue. Practical acclimatisation advice, no scare stories.
Mexico City common scams: what to watch for
Mexico City's most common tourist scams in 2026: fake police, street taxis, ATM theft, distraction tactics. What each looks like and how to avoid it.
Mexico City tap water and food safety
Do not drink Mexico City tap water. Where street food is safe, what to eat, which markets are fine, and how to avoid the stomach illness that ruins trips.
Mexico City tourist traps: what to skip and what to book wisely
Mexico City tourist traps in 2026: overpriced tours, mediocre restaurants near sites, inflated handicraft stalls. What to avoid and better alternatives.