Guidebook CDMX
Parks & Nature
An enormous park in the west of the city. Different sections for different activities. Nature, museums, castle, amusement park, zoo.
943 locals recommend
Bosque de Chapultepec
An enormous park in the west of the city. Different sections for different activities. Nature, museums, castle, amusement park, zoo.
Rent a boat and float down the canals among the gardens where the mariachis will offer to serenade you. Great for families and big groups.
420 locals recommend
Xochimilco
1a. Cerrada de EmbarcaderoRent a boat and float down the canals among the gardens where the mariachis will offer to serenade you. Great for families and big groups.
The Local Way, Parque México
18 C. LaredoLovely place for a stroll and dog-spotting.
Sightseeing
Historic center. Zócalo, museums, churches, market streets. Not to be missed.
21 locals recommend
Plaza de la Constitución
Plaza de la Constitución Historic center. Zócalo, museums, churches, market streets. Not to be missed.
Incredible views. Clear windy days are the best but it's worth a trip to the top no matter to see how big this city really is.
247 locals recommend
Torre Latinoamericana
2 Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas Incredible views. Clear windy days are the best but it's worth a trip to the top no matter to see how big this city really is.
Symphony, folklore ballet. etc. Tickets are very reasonable.
488 locals recommend
Bellas Artes station
Symphony, folklore ballet. etc. Tickets are very reasonable.
Santa María la Ribera
A favorite neighborhood.
Huerto Romita
6 Cjon. Durango Local garden.
Kiosco Morisco of Santa Maria la Ribera
Calle Salvador Díaz MirónPlaza Coyoacán
12 AguayoLovely part of the city for a stroll.
Incredible pre-Columbia pyramids an hour outside the city. Buses depart from the Terminal del Norte or Indios Verdes.
Piramides
Incredible pre-Columbia pyramids an hour outside the city. Buses depart from the Terminal del Norte or Indios Verdes.
Food Scene
My favorite flavors within walking distance (and a few beyond).
European style bakery with delicious breakfast menu. Try the guava roll!
486 locals recommend
Panadería Rosetta
179 ColimaEuropean style bakery with delicious breakfast menu. Try the guava roll!
Pizzas Nosferatu
24 Eje 2 Sur My favorite pizza place in town.
Mercado Roma
225 C. Querétaro Fancy food stalls and shops.
Mog Bistro
168 FronteraAsian food and lively atmosphere.
Marlindo
64 Av. Yucatan Delicious fish restaurant for lunch.
Import grocery store for those more difficult to find items. Good wine and cheese selection.
35 locals recommend
La Naval Insurgentes
373 Av Michoacán Import grocery store for those more difficult to find items. Good wine and cheese selection.
Tlaco
155 C. AtlixcoVegetarian tlacoyos.
Tacos Nena
218 MeridaRicos tacos! And cheap.
Por Siempre Vegana
18 C. ManzanilloDelicious vegan street tacos.
Pixza
234 CórdobaA Mexican take on pizza. Blue corn dough and local ingredients.
Café de Raíz
132 Bis MeridaTamales!
El Habanerito
177 FronteraDelicious cochinita pibil and a well priced daily menu.
Russian food in Mexico? Stop for a snack and try the honey cake and kvass while exploring this charming old neighborhood.
43 locals recommend
Kolobok
87 Calle Salvador Díaz MirónRussian food in Mexico? Stop for a snack and try the honey cake and kvass while exploring this charming old neighborhood.
Chilpa
35 C. ChilpancingoExtensive chilaquiles options.
Chilakiller's Loungería
107 Av. RevoluciónName says it all.
Enormous bowls of Guerrero style pozole. Served with a spoonful of mezcal!
11 locals recommend
El Pozole de Moctezuma
12 MoctezumaEnormous bowls of Guerrero style pozole. Served with a spoonful of mezcal!
Getting Around
METROBUS HOSPITAL GENERAL station
s/n Av. CuauhtémocMetro Hospital General station
The best way to get around the central parts of the city. Tourists can rent on a daily, 3-day, or weekly basis. Look for a 4th generation station to sign up for the first time. The nearest to the house is at Zacatecas and Orizaba.
149 locals recommend
Ecobici
The best way to get around the central parts of the city. Tourists can rent on a daily, 3-day, or weekly basis. Look for a 4th generation station to sign up for the first time. The nearest to the house is at Zacatecas and Orizaba.
Entertainment & Activities
Power Flow Yoga
17 Uruapan Donation based yoga studio taught in Spanish-English mix.
Independent movie theater that sometimes has concerts, connected to a nice bar/cafe.
264 locals recommend
Cine Tonalá
261 Tonalá Independent movie theater that sometimes has concerts, connected to a nice bar/cafe.
Home stadium for Club América and the Mexican national team.
64 locals recommend
Estadio Azteca station
Home stadium for Club América and the Mexican national team.
Arena México
189 Dr. LavistaLucha libre - Mexican wrestling. A must experience.
Shopping
Good for all basic shopping. Fruit & vegetables, meats, dry goods, plants, toiletries, etc.
249 locals recommend
Mercado Medellín
101 Medellín Good for all basic shopping. Fruit & vegetables, meats, dry goods, plants, toiletries, etc.
Large selection of crafts from all over Mexico. Prices are fair and vendors work directly with the artisans.
369 locals recommend
Ciudadela Park
José María MorelosLarge selection of crafts from all over Mexico. Prices are fair and vendors work directly with the artisans.
San Ángel Inn
50 Diego RiveraLovely Saturday market.
Drinks & Nightlife
Patrick Miller
17 Merida Friday night dancing.
Lilit Roma
118 Chihuahua Cozy place with nice cocktails.
El Plaza Condesa
Music venue. Check what's one.
The Opera
#10 Av. 5 de Mayo Perfect drink spot before a show at Belles Artes.
Covadonga
121 PueblaClassic cantina, good for groups.
Salon Pata Negra
30 Av. TamaulipasMama Rumba
230 C. Querétaro