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

Marcey Burton

9 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of Mexico City. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage, explore ancient marvels, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for an exhilarating journey filled with art, history, and authentic experiences.

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Day 1Majestic Castles and Historic Palaces

$20

$ 3

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

20 - 24 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Unveiling Ancient Treasures and Architectural Wonders

$38

$ 2

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

8 - 12 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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Turn-of-the-20th-century post office featuring a palatial interior & an on-site naval museum.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

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Day 3Immerse in Art and Spirituality

$13

$ 3

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 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

20 - 24 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 4Discover the World of Mexican Printmaking and Murals

$30

$ 2

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

7 - 10 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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8 - 12 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

Day 5A Journey through the Lives of Rivera and Kahlo

$43

$ 3

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 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.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

18 - 22 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

Day 6Nature's Oasis and Architectural Brilliance

$13

$ 2

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Built in 1948, this museum dedicated to architect Luis Barragán is in his former home & studio.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 7Exploring Unique Museums and the Legacy of Frida Kahlo

$43

$ 3

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 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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$13

21 - 26 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$30

Day 8Unveiling Ancient Traditions and Contemporary Art

$15

$ 2

Hotel Parque México Boutique

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

22 - 27 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $230 In total

Activities & Food:$213

Transport:$18