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

Eduardo Lainez

24 Nov 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of Mexico City. Immerse yourself in the rich history and art at National Palace and Museo Nacional De Arte. Indulge in mouthwatering delights at La Casa de Toño and Coox Hanal. Discover hidden gems like Zéfiro and Museo Universitario del Chopo. Experience the magic of Frida Kahlo Museum and feast on delectable Tacos de Canasta el Beto. Uncover the mysteries of Museo Anahuacalli and savor the flavors of Lo Spagatto. This itinerary is your ticket to an extraordinary journey.

Trip to Mexico City

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Viator

Day 1Exploring Art and Pastries

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$73

Pasteleria Ideal

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

8 - 11 min

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National Palace

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

7 - 10 min

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La Casa de Toño

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

12 - 18 min

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Coox Hanal

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2A Cultural Extravaganza

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$98

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$ 1

Zéfiro

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

9 - 14 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 - 11 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

10 - 12 min

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Taqueria el Progreso

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

12 - 17 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.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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La Esperanza

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Delights of Frida Kahlo and Authentic Tacos

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$76

Croasan Mx

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

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

3 - 4 min

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Tacos de Canasta el Beto

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

7 - 10 min

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La Barraca Valenciana

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Chocolate, Art, and Tacos

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$124

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$ 3

L'atelier du chocolat

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

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.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

23 - 28 min

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Museo Anahuacalli

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

20 - 24 min

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Lo Spagatto

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

13 - 16 min

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Museo Dolores Olmedo

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$20

11 - 14 min

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Tacos de Canasta del Tec

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5Castles and Vegetarian Delights

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$102

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$ 1

Esperanza

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

13 - 20 min

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Chapultepec Castle

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

21 - 32 min

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Templo de Krishna y Comedor Vegetariano ISKCON México

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

7 - 9 min

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Tacuqui

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 6Art, History, and Culinary Delights

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$46

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$ 2

Sanborns

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

5 - 8 min

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Palacio de Bellas Artes

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Museo Tamayo Arte Contemporáneo

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

15 - 18 min

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Salchichonería San Miguel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

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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$8

Day 7Tasting the Best Tlacoyos in Town

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$48

Tlacoyos Doña Lucy

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Tlacoyos Doña Lucy

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

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Tlacoyos Doña Lucy

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 8Museums and International Flavors

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$60

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$ 1

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

3 - 4 min

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Museo Jumex

Small museum of contemporary art, offering rotating exhibits in a bold, modern space.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$20

15 - 18 min

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Museo Nacional de Antropología

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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Señora Tanaka

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$8

4 - 5 min

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Orale Arepa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $632 In total

Activities & Food:$626

Transport:$6