The Mexico City Historic Center, also known as "Centro," is the heart of the city and home to a variety of cultures, museums, historical buildings and iconic tourist spots. Experience the city's vibrant art and culture scene, enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch, and visit the Palacio de Bellas Artes to see some of Mexico's top artists on display.
Created by Enrique Olvera, Pujol is an iconic restaurant that offers modern Mexican cuisine with unique flavors and techniques. Guests can expect a fine dining experience featuring organic, locally-sourced dishes that change with the season.
Located in Coyoacán, the Frida Kahlo museum is also known as "Casa Azul" or "Blue House," which was the home of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. The museum features several exhibitions with Frida's artwork, and also has exhibitions by contemporary artists.
The Chapultepec Castle is located on top of a hill in Mexico City's most extensive park, Chapultepec. From the castle, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city while surrounded by beautiful gardens and picturesque lawns.
Quintonil is a highly acclaimed restaurant where Chef Jorge Vallejo uses unique flavors and ingredients to create a modern Mexican cuisine. Also featuring a tasting menu, Quintonil is a perfect place to end the day immersed in culture, food and the local atmosphere of Mexico City.
It is recommended to travel by metro or Uber to get around Mexico City. The estimated travel cost will be around $20. Travel time may vary due to traffic in the city.
If you have more time, we recommend visiting Xochimilco, Coyoacán or Teotihuacan, which are located near the city. You may also want to consider staying another night for a more comprehensive city adventure. If you have less time, we recommend skipping the Chapultepec Castle and spending a bit more time at the Frida Kahlo Museum.
The largest airport in Mexico City is the Mexico City International Airport (MEX). It is located in the eastern part of the city, approximately 8.6 km from the Historic Center. The airport is easily accessible by metro, bus or taxi.