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5-Day Adventure in Mexico City

omar paez cuellar

omar paez cuellar

29 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of Mexico City, exploring ancient ruins, indulging in delicious cuisine, and immersing yourself in the rich culture of the city.

Trip to Mexico City

Day 1
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$36

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$ 1

Panificadora el Bollo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$9
10 - 12 min

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Parque Ecológico de Xochimilco
Protected wetlands park with colorful trajinera boat cruises, a flower market & wading birds.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
32 - 39 min

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Museo del Juguete Antiguo México
Vast collection of old & traditional Mexican toys spread across 4 floors, plus a souvenir shop.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$6
9 - 11 min

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Pasteleria Ideal
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$15
7 - 10 min

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Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
This grand Roman Catholic cathedral with many ornate chapels is Latin America's oldest & largest.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
13 - 20 min

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Plaza Garibaldi
Mariachis in traditional attire perform in this iconic plaza, home to a museum, bars & shops.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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El Comedor
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$5
Day 2
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$64

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$ 1

El Pescadito, Centro Histórico
Deliciosos tacos de camarón, pescado y marlin estilo Sonora.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$3
4 - 5 min

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Memory and Tolerance Museum
Museum with contemporary exhibits on worldwide genocides, plus a kids’ area focused on diversity.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$10
22 - 27 min

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Zoológico de Chapultepec
Well-known zoo featuring nearly 2,000 animals, including giant pandas & others that are endangered.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$13
8 - 10 min

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Tacos Ayuuk
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$17
13 - 20 min

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Museo de Historia Natural
Exhibitions from the natural world, including fossils, meteorites, taxidermy animals & insects.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
$6
7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$15
Day 3
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$22

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$ 2

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
2 - 3 min

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Museo Soumaya
Museum housing an extensive art collection, much of it European, in a modern, curving structure.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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The Angel of Independence
Commemorating Mexico's independence, this famous monument is topped with the goddess of victory.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Monument to the Revolution
Famous monument dedicated to the Mexican Revolution, with an observation deck & on-site museum.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
$4
9 - 11 min

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Carnitas Rigo
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
$4
8 - 11 min

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Biblioteca Vasconcelos
Vast public library offering a wide selection of titles in multiple languages in a modern interior.
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Palacio de Bellas Artes
Dramatic marble performance hall & museum featuring murals by Diego Rivera & other notable artists.
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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La Casa de Toño
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$9
Day 4
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$42

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$ 1

Restaurante Don Toribio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
4 - 6 min

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The House of Tiles
This 18th-century palace with a blue-&-white tile facade is now home to a popular restaurant.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Chapultepec Castle
This historic hilltop castle with views of Mexico City houses the National Museum of History.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$10
4 - 5 min

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Tlacoyos Doña Lucy
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$5
11 - 16 min

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Bosque de Chapultepec
This sprawling city park is 686 hectares & features many attractions such as a zoo & museums.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Templo de Krishna y Comedor Vegetariano ISKCON México
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$15
Day 5
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$53

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$ 2

La Casa de Toño
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$9
9 - 14 min

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Interactive Museum of Economics
Contemporary museum featuring exhibitions on economics, finances & sustainable development.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$6
21 - 26 min

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Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Revered Catholic church & pilgrimage site housing a cloak with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Gior & Gior Pizzas y Pasteles
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$15
8 - 10 min

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Zoo San Juan De Aragon
African, American & Mexican mammals, including jaguars, plus aviaries & a reptile collection.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
56 - 68 min

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Pyramid of the Sun
This well-known pyramid in the ancient city of Teotihuacan is one of the largest in the world.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
$5
5 - 8 min

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La Gruta Restaurant
Comida mexicana y prehispánica.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$17

Budget breakdown: $221 In total

Activities & Food:$215
Transport:$6