Three-Day Itinerary for Mexico City

  1. Day 1: Historic Center of Mexico City
    15 minutes (3.5 km) from Mexico City Airport

    Begin your trip by taking a walking tour in the heart of Mexico City, and visit the famous Zócalo (main square), the iconic Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral, the ancient Temple Mayor ruins, and the stunning National Palace.

  2. Day 2: Chapultepec Castle and Museums
    30 minutes (7.4 km) from Historic Center of Mexico City

    Start the day at the Chapultepec Castle, a historic site with breathtaking views of the city. After that, visit some of the most popular museums located in Chapultepec Park, such as National Museum of Anthropology, Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Museum of Modern Art.

  3. Day 3: Xochimilco and Frida Kahlo Museum
    1 hour (20 km) from Chapultepec Castle and Museums

    End your trip with a visit to Xochimilco, a lovely canals neighborhood where you can rent a traditional boat, listen to music, relax, and enjoy the scenic views. Take a short taxi ride to the Frida Kahlo Museum, also known as the Blue House, and learn all about the iconic Mexican artist's life and work.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Zócalo (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral (45 mins - 1 hour, free)
  • Temple Mayor ruins (1-2 hours, 80 MXN)
  • National Palace (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chapultepec Castle (2-3 hours, 70 MXN)
  • National Museum of Anthropology (2-3 hours, 85 MXN)
  • Tamayo Museum of Contemporary Art (1-2 hours, 60 MXN)
  • Museum of Modern Art (1-2 hours, 35 MXN)
  • Xochimilco boat ride (2-3 hours, 400-500 MXN)
  • Frida Kahlo Museum (2-3 hours, 250 MXN)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Approximately 920 MXN or 45 USD

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting some other popular attractions like Teotihuacan Pyramids, Palacio de Bellas Artes, or Coyoacán neighborhood. For those with less time, consider skipping either the museums or the boat ride in Xochimilco.

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