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★ (91,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Palacio de Bellas Artes 4.8★ (194,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. National Art Museum 4.8★ (28,000 reviews) · Art museum
  5. Museo Soumaya 4.8★ (71,000 reviews) · Art museum
  6. Chapultepec Castle 4.8★ (88,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Museo del Palacio de Bellas Artes 4.8★ (11,000 reviews) · Art museum
  8. Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral 4.7★ (24,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Ling Ling by Hakkasan 4.9★ (41,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Casa Prime Hilton Centro Histórico 4.9★ (4,900 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Buenos Díaz Cafetería 4.8★ (8,300 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Sonora Grill 4.6★ (13,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Café Toscano 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Cuina 4.6★ (11,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  7. Cafebrería El Péndulo Roma 4.5★ (11,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. Balmori Roofbar 4.5★ (2,900 reviews) · Grill

Where to drink

  1. Tlecan 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Bar
  2. Supra Roma Rooftop 4.6★ (5,800 reviews) · Bar
  3. Toledo Rooftop 4.5★ (6,100 reviews) · Bar
  4. Terraza Catedral 4.5★ (4,000 reviews) · Bar
  5. Licorería Limantour 4.4★ (3,600 reviews) · Cocktail bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Mexico City?

With 19 notable sights and 15 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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