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8 Days in Mexico City: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Pizza

Sebastian Martinez

6 Dec 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of Mexico City. Discover ancient marvels at Chapultepec Castle, indulge in mouthwatering pizza at Lo de Luca, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Bosque de Chapultepec. This 8-day itinerary is packed with exciting adventures and cultural experiences that will leave you craving for more.

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Day 1Pasteleria Suiza, Parque España, Chapultepec Castle, Esperanza, Templo de Krishna y Comedor Vegetariano ISKCON México

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$78

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$ 3

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Pasteleria Suiza

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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Parque España

Park featuring monuments, a playground, a small lake & cement replica of a wooden bridge.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

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

11 - 16 min

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Esperanza

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

5 - 6 min

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Templo de Krishna y Comedor Vegetariano ISKCON México

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Praline Pasteles y Banquetes, Entrada a Bosque de tlalpan, Ajusco, Cleta Pan, Parque Hundido, Lo de Luca (Lo de Luca Pizza)

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$70

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$ 4

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

53 - 64 min

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Directions

Praline Pasteles y Banquetes

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Entrada a Bosque de tlalpan

Large, forested city park with hiking, running & biking trails, plus a playground & picnic areas.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

64 - 77 min

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Ajusco

Popular for hiking, climbing & biking, this 3,939-m. lava dome volcano is the city's highest point.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

69 - 83 min

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Cleta Pan

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

7 - 10 min

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Parque Hundido

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Lo de Luca (Lo de Luca Pizza)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 3Panificadora el Bollo, Parque Ecológico de Xochimilco, Parque La Mexicana, Los Tulipanes, Mexicano

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$46

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$ 3

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

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Directions

Panificadora el Bollo

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

9 - 11 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

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Free

42 - 51 min

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Parque La Mexicana

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Los Tulipanes

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

28 - 42 min

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Mexicano

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Tamales del Sur, Six Flags México, El Rincon de Periban, Konohanatei

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$196

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$ 4

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

53 - 64 min

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Directions

Tamales del Sur

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

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

10 - 12 min

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El Rincon de Periban

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$10

18 - 22 min

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Konohanatei

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5Sans Brûler, Los Dinamos, Parque Lincoln, Estoril, Cancino - Polanco

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$82

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$ 3

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 min

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Sans Brûler

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

15 - 18 min

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Los Dinamos

Hiking, rock-climbing & camping offered in a wooded valley with a large stream & waterfalls.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

42 - 51 min

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Parque Lincoln

Plenty of trees & seating areas dot this large city park with a pond & a bike path.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Estoril

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

4 - 6 min

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Cancino - Polanco

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 6Tlacoyos Doña Lucy, Bosque de Chapultepec, Parque Naucalli, La Luz Satelite, Barbacoa el Mexiquense

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$28

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$ 3

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Tlacoyos Doña Lucy

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

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

23 - 28 min

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Parque Naucalli

Large city park featuring jogging trails, picnic spots, sports facilities & community events.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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La Luz Satelite

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

9 - 11 min

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Barbacoa el Mexiquense

Difundimos la gastronomía tradicional mexicana y preservamos la elaboración artesanal de la barbacoa de horno.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 7Yoshimi, Zoológico de Chapultepec, Teppan Grill, Maison Belen

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$69

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$ 2

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Yoshimi

El diseño arquitectónico de última generación de Yoshimi narra distintas historias que descubrirá cuando visite cada parte de este restaurante. Disfrute del mejor sushi bar de la ciudad o pruebe otras sugerencias de la carta; no se pierda el excelente shabu-shabu.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

16 - 23 min

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Zoológico de Chapultepec

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

19 - 28 min

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Teppan Grill

Vea al chef en acción y disfrute de nuestra selección de mariscos y carnes de primera calidad preparados directamente frente a sus ojos al estilo Teppanyaki.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Maison Belen

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 8La Casa de Toño, Parque Bicentenario, Pyramid of the Sun, La Gruta Restaurant, La Cueva

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$32

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$ 3

Hostal Amigo

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Directions

La Casa de Toño

Disfruta del mejor pozole al mejor precio.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

7 - 9 min

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Parque Bicentenario

Once the site of an oil refinery, this public park features trails, gardens & children's play areas.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

72 - 87 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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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La Gruta Restaurant

Comida mexicana y prehispánica.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

7 - 10 min

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La Cueva

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $623 In total

Activities & Food:$601

Transport:$22