Mexico City is one of the most enjoyable destinations. HERE ARE A FEW PLACES WE LOVE or have been dying to try IN THE CITY.

THINGS TO DO

  • Teotihuacán

    • About 25 miles outside of Mexico City you'll find this Aztec holy site with climbable pyramids--some of the best preserved Mesoamerican ruins in the country. If you have time, definitely worth the trip! The Uber there is very affordable. Suggest arriving early to beat crowds. More Info

  • National Museum of Anthropology

    • The National Museum of Anthropology is a national museum of Mexico. It is the largest and most visited museum in Mexico. www.mna.inah.gob.mx

  • The Palace of the Fine Arts

    • Beautiful architecture. Cultural center in the hub of CDMX. MAP

  • Chapultepec Castle

    • Located in the heart of Mexico City, Chapultepec Castle is a historic site and local landmark. Inhabited since the days of the Aztec Empire, Chapultepec Hill offers a commanding view of the city. The fortress was the home of legendary Mexican leaders including Emperor Maximilian and Porfirio Diaz and played an important role in the Mexican-American War. Today, the castle is home to the National Museum of History. The views of the city can't be beat! www.mnh.inah.gob.mx/

  • Zócalo

    • The Zócalo is the common name of the main square in central Mexico City. Prior to the colonial period, it was the main ceremonial center in the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan. MAP

  • Tamayo Museum

    • Museo Rufino Tamayo is a public contemporary art museum located in Mexico City's Chapultepec Park, that produces innovative international contemporary art exhibitions. www.museotamayo.org/

  • Parque Mexico

    • Lovely park in the heart of Condesa, surrounded by two ring roads full of great shops and food. Worth an early morning walk. (Fun Fact: we took some of our engagement photos here!) More info

  • Frida Kahlo Museum

    • Frida Kahlo's childhood home, and the home that she later shared with husband Diego Rivera. A must-see, and we would recommend pairing this with a visit to the heart of the Coyoacan neighborhood (just a quick walk from the museum). Advance tickets necessary . www.museofridakahlo.org/

  • Casa Estudio Luis Barragán

    • Former home and studio of Mexico's most famous architect, Casa Luis Barragan offers a fascinating peek into Barragan's life. Visits by guided tour only (in English), and advance reservations required. www.casaluisbarragan.org/

  • Casa Gilardi

    • Minimalist architect Luis Barragan-designed house with private tours by the family that owns it. (Fun fact: we also took some of our engagement photos here!) www.casagilardi.mx/

  • Casa Prieto Lopez Luis Barragan

    • Another architectural beauty by Luis Barragan. Stop by Tetetlan for eats while you’re there. www.tetetlan.com/

  • Soumaya Museum

    • Futuristic building home to the art collection of Carlos Slim. Museo Soumaya is right across the street from Museo Jumex, so consider seeing both and tying that in with some shopping and walking around Polanco. MAP.

  • Xochimilco

    • We'll be taking you out to the Floating Gardens of Xochimilco the day after the wedding, but if you're unable to make it, be sure to add this to your list for another day! More info

  • Mercados (Markets)

    • There are so many markets to explore: Mercado de San Juan (international cuisine), Mercado Medellin (food and fresh flowers), La Ciudadela (artisan handcrafts and local goods), and Coyoacan Market (handcrafts and great food). These can be easier to navigate with a guide, but don't be afraid to dive in (and haggle for best prices!).

COFFEE & PASTRIES

  • Panaderia Rosetta - Rome Norte (x2) & Juarez. Amazing pastries. Croissants are insane. $$.

  • Buna 42 - Roma Norte. For serious coffee lovers.

  • Blend Station - La Condesa. Coffee, tea, pastries, breakfast, lunch. $$.

  • Ojo de Agua - La Condesa/Roma/Polanco/Juarez. Solid spot for a healthy break. Juices, salads, fresh options. $$.

  • Fonda Margarita - Tlacoquemecatl Del Valley. A bit of a hike, and you need to get here early (like, really early), but worth it for an authentic, no frills breakfast. $. 

BREAKFAST & BRUNCH

  • Lardo - La Condesa. Mediterranean spot with amazing breakfast. $$.

  • El Cardenal - Juarez. $$.

  • Lalo! - Roma Norte. Great breakfast and brunch. $$.

  • Maque - Hipódromo $$

  • Dulcinea - Polanco. $$$

  • Catamundi -Polanco. $$$

  • Rosetta - Roma Norte. Delicious Italian food. Also good for dinner. $$$

LUNCH & DINNER

  • Contramar - Roma Norte. (Katrina’s personal favorite! Highly recommend the tuna tostadas nommmm) . $$$

  • Cedrón - Condesa. Seafood/Mediterranean. $$

  • Casa Virginia - Roma Norte. $$$

  • Taqueria Orinoco - Roma Norte. FIRE FIRE tacos. $. 

  • Taqueria La Glorieta - La Condesa. More tacos $.

  • El Hidalguense - La Condesa. Barbacoa tacos done right. $. 

  • Tacos Don Juan - La Condesa. Tacos. $. 

  • Super Tacos Chupacabras - Roma. $. 

  • La Corriente - Roma Norte.

  • Paramo - Roma Norte.

  • Rosetta - Roma Norte. Delicious Italian food with a mexican twist. $$$

  • Los Danzantes - Coyoacan. great restaurant to check out if you’re near the Frida Museum. $$$

  • La Docena - Roma Norte. Seafood. $$$

  • Maximo Bistrot - Roma Norte. Farm-to-table. Really good. $$$.

  • Pujol - Polanco. Tasting menu only. Rated in the top 20 restaurantsin the world. Reservation required. $$$$.

Sweet Treats/Tamales

  • El Moro Churreria - La Condesa & Roma Norte. Churros. $.

  • Neveria Roxy - La Condesa. Ice cream. $. 

  • Los Tamales de la Roma - Roma Norte. Tamales; try the chicken, mole, and plum! $. 

Bars/Cocktails

  • Bosforo - Zocalo. Dive bar. $. 

  • Hanky Panky - Juarez. Speakeasy, looks like a taco spot when you walk up! Ask the guy behind the counter for Hanky Panky, otherwise you won’t know it’s there. $$$. 

  • Mama Rumba - Roma Norte. Casual nightclub featuring live Latin music bands, plus a full bar. $$

  • Barba Azul - nightspot featuring dancing to live bands playing salsa, merengue & cumbia music.

  • Diente de Oro - La Condesa. Hole-in-the-wall beer bar. Nothing special, but great location. $.

  • Casa Franca - Roma Norte. Jazz bar. $$.

  • La Xampa - La Condesa. $$.

  • Salon Rios - Cuauhtemoc. $$.

  • Baltra - La Condesa, Parque Mexico. $$.

  • Gin Gin - Roma Norte. $$$. 

  • Limantour - Roma Norte & Polanco. $$$. 


Terraces

  • Hotel Condesa DF - La Condesa. Amazing rooftop terrace. $$.

  • Hotel Casa Awolly - Roma Norte. Really tasty food. $$. 

  • Chaya B&B Boutique - Coyoacan. $$.

  • Balcon de Zocalo - Zocalo. $$$.