Mexico City Adventure: 5 Days of Culture and Exploration

Daniel Pinilla Perdomo

10 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Mexico City, DF, Mexico. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this bustling metropolis.

Trip to Mexico City

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Viator

Day 1

$43

$ 3

HOTEL GRAN VIA CENTRAL

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

5 - 8 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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The city's oldest public park, with trees & fountains, established by Viceroy Luís Velasco.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Commemorating Mexico's independence, this famous monument is topped with the goddess of victory.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Well-known zoo featuring nearly 2,000 animals, including giant pandas & others that are endangered.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$25

Day 2

$56

$ 4

HOTEL GRAN VIA CENTRAL

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 12 min

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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

14 - 17 min

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Exhibitions from the natural world, including fossils, meteorites, taxidermy animals & insects.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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Urban green space with paved trails, play equipment & water features, plus sculptures & restaurants.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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Low-key city park set below street level featuring walking paths & an off-leash dog area.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 3

$55

$ 3

HOTEL GRAN VIA CENTRAL

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Children's museum offering a wide array of interactive exhibits, plus a planetarium & IMAX theater.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$20

Day 4

$64

$ 4

HOTEL GRAN VIA CENTRAL

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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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

6 - 8 min

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History museum in an ancient convent on a battle site, with military relics & guided tours.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Protected wetlands park with colorful trajinera boat cruises, a flower market & wading birds.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

81 - 98 min

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This well-known pyramid in the ancient city of Teotihuacan is one of the largest in the world.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$10

Day 5

$33

$ 4

HOTEL GRAN VIA CENTRAL

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

25 - 30 min

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African, American & Mexican mammals, including jaguars, plus aviaries & a reptile collection.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Mariachis in traditional attire perform in this iconic plaza, home to a museum, bars & shops.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $267 In total

Activities & Food:$251

Transport:$16