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7 Days in Mexico City: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

EVELYN LUCÍA LLANQUE SULLCA

9 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Mexico City. Immerse yourself in the rich history and indulge in mouthwatering culinary delights. From ancient marvels to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on an unforgettable journey.

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Day 1From Tacos to Art: Unveiling Mexico City's Treasures

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$78

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$ 2

La Tía

Comida corrida.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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Museo Universitario del Chopo

Cultural hub in an Art Nouveau building with spaces for modern art, dance & Mexican indie cinema.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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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

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$20

13 - 16 min

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Salchichonería San Miguel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Museo Soumaya

Museum housing an extensive art collection, much of it European, in a modern, curving structure.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Cochitacos

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Revolution and Relics: Exploring the Heart of Mexico City

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$84

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$ 2

Barbacoa edison

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Monument to the Revolution

Famous monument dedicated to the Mexican Revolution, with an observation deck & on-site museum.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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$8

9 - 11 min

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MODO Museo del Objeto del Objeto

Modern design museum with a collection of commercial packaging, advertising & graphic arts.

10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

8 - 10 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.

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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El Antiguo Edhen

2:15 PM - 3:45 PM

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$34

7 - 10 min

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National Palace

This palace is a government building with an office for Mexico's president & murals by Diego Rivera.

3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Pasteleria Ideal

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

Day 3Art, History, and Divine Flavors: A Day of Discovery

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$76

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$ 2

Restaurante Don Toribio

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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Museo Nacional De Arte (MUNAL)

Housed in a grand neoclassical building, this prominent museum features a wide range of Mexican art.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

8 - 12 min

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Templo Mayor Museum

Museum showcasing archaeological finds & exhibits related to the Aztec civilization.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

22 - 27 min

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Pastes y Empanadas Real de Plateros

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

5 - 8 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.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Cielito Querido Cafe Sucursal Montevideo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Sweet Delights and Architectural Wonders

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$84

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$ 1

Pasteleria Ideal

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

5 - 8 min

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Museo de la Ciudad de Mexico

Large palace-turned-museum offering tours of the building & exhibits on the history of Mexico City.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral

This grand Roman Catholic cathedral with many ornate chapels is Latin America's oldest & largest.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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La Casa de Toño

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Palacio de Bellas Artes

Dramatic marble performance hall & museum featuring murals by Diego Rivera & other notable artists.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Museo Mural Diego Rivera

Art museum known for its Diego Rivera mural rescued from a hotel destroyed in a 1985 earthquake.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$8

10 - 15 min

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Panqué de Nata Finnniiiisssimo Sabor!

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5Frida Kahlo's Legacy and Chocolate Temptations

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$137

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$ 1

Croasan Mx

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

1 - 2 min

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Frida Kahlo Museum

Museum dedicated to the life & works of Frida Kahlo located at her bright-blue former home.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

11 - 14 min

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Arte Carrillo Gil Museum

Large collection of Mexican & international modern art in diverse media, plus temporary exhibitions.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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L'atelier du chocolat

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo

Eclectic museum space showcasing the unique homes, art & studios of artists' Rivera & Kahlo.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$25

10 - 15 min

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El Cardenal

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 6Tamales, Thrills, and Artistic Marvels

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$170

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$ 2

Tamales del Sur

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

6 - 8 min

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Six Flags México

This amusement park (one of the largest in Latin America) features themed areas with rides & shows.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$132

36 - 44 min

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Taqueria el Progreso

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

9 - 14 min

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The National Museum of San Carlos

Neoclassical building housing a collection of European art from the 14th to the 20th centuries.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$10

9 - 14 min

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La Tonin-AAA

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 7Culinary Delights and Cultural Gems

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$62

Amado

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

12 - 17 min

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Museo Nacional de Antropología

Popular anthropology museum showcasing artifacts from as far back as the ancient Maya civilization.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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Señora Tanaka

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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Orale Arepa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $698 In total

Activities & Food:$691

Transport:$8