Mexico City

A curated guide to Mexico City, Mexico: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Templo Mayor Museum 4.8★ (35,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Museo Nacional de Antropología 4.8★ (90,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Palacio de Bellas Artes 4.8★ (193,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. National Art Museum 4.8★ (28,000 reviews) · Art museum
  5. Museo Soumaya 4.8★ (70,000 reviews) · Art museum
  6. Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes 4.8★ (10,000 reviews) · Art museum
  7. Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral 4.7★ (24,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Bosque de Chapultepec 4.7★ (267,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Ling Ling by Hakkasan 4.9★ (41,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Buenos Díaz Cafetería 4.8★ (8,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Sonora Grill 4.6★ (13,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Café Toscano 4.6★ (4,900 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Cuina 4.6★ (10,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Cafebrería El Péndulo Roma 4.5★ (11,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Café Nin 4.4★ (11,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. Balmori Roofbar 4.4★ (2,900 reviews) · Grill

Where to drink

  1. Tlecan 4.6★ (2,100 reviews) · Bar
  2. Toledo Rooftop 4.5★ (5,900 reviews) · Bar
  3. Terraza Catedral 4.5★ (4,000 reviews) · Bar
  4. Licorería Limantour 4.4★ (3,600 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  5. Handshake Speakeasy 4.4★ (2,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Mexico City?

With 16 notable sights and 12 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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