8 Days in Mexico City: A Journey Through Art and Culture

Sara Cortés

16 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Mexico City, immersing yourself in the vibrant art and rich cultural heritage of this captivating destination. Discover ancient marvels, explore world-class museums, and indulge in authentic cuisine as you uncover the secrets of this enchanting city.

Trip to Mexico City

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Day 1Divine Beauty and Artistic Wonders

$50

$ 6

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Revered Catholic church & pilgrimage site housing a cloak with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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This former Jesuit college is now an art museum & cultural center housing murals by Mexican artists.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$30

5 - 6 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

Day 2Revolution, Heritage, and Architectural Splendor

$65

$ 4

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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Museum displaying colorful folk & popular art, with kid-friendly craft activities & adult workshops.

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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$20

9 - 11 min

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

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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

2:15 PM - 3:45 PM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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

4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

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Free

Day 3Palaces, Toys, and Curiosities

$25

$ 6

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Vast collection of old & traditional Mexican toys spread across 4 floors, plus a souvenir shop.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

8 - 10 min

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Established gallery staging exhibitions of contemporary artists in an industrial-style interior.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Thrills, Artistry, and Iconic Studios

$314

$ 6

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$264

16 - 20 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.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$50

15 - 18 min

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Peaceful gallery space exhibiting a range of artworks by local & international artists.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Frida Kahlo's Legacy and Artistic Treasures

$90

$ 7

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

16 - 20 min

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Founded by the famous artist Diego Rivera, this stately art museum showcases pre-Hispanic works.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

17 - 21 min

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Alfredo Guati Rojo National Watercolor Museum

Permanent watercolor collection in 6 galleries, covering the Prehispanic to contemporary periods.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Architectural Gems and Artistic Legacies

$110

$ 6

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Minimalist architect Luis Barragan-designed house with private tours by the family that owns it.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

47 - 57 min

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Works by artists like Rivera & Kahlo are featured at this art museum set in a 16th-century hacienda.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$40

43 - 52 min

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This historic hilltop castle with views of Mexico City houses the National Museum of History.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$40

12 - 17 min

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This museum with gardens features works by contemporary artists from Mexico & around the world.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

Day 7Nature's Serenity and Cultural Marvels

$35

$ 6

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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Woodland preserve with hiking trails & waterfalls, plus restaurants & 17th-century convent ruins.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

48 - 58 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$35

11 - 14 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Contemporary Art and Natural Delights

$110

$ 6

Hotel Parque Satélite

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Established museum showcasing contemporary art, including paintings, sculptures & photography.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$35

13 - 16 min

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This sprawling city park is 686 hectares & features many attractions such as a zoo & museums.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Large aquarium & conservation center with 45+ marine life exhibits, from coral to penguins.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$75

Budget breakdown: $842 In total

Activities & Food:$799

Transport:$43