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Mexico City Adventure: 9 Days of Culture, Cuisine, and History

carlos romero

carlos romero

4 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through Mexico City, exploring its vibrant culture, mouthwatering cuisine, and rich history. From iconic landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral and Palacio de Bellas Artes to hidden gems like the House of Tiles and Templo Mayor Museum, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience. Indulge in authentic Mexican dishes at renowned restaurants like Limosneros and El Pescadito, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Chapultepec Castle and Frida Kahlo Museum. Get ready for an adventure that will leave you captivated by the charm and allure of Mexico City.

Trip to Mexico City

Day 1
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$163

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Limosneros
Cocina mexicana contemporánea en un sitio con más de cuatro siglos de historia. Mezcal, cerveza artesanal y destilados. Productos mexicanos y artesanales.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
4 - 5 min

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Citibanamex Culture Palace, Palacio de Iturbide
Palace designed by Mexican baroque architect Francisco Guerrero y Torres & completed in the 1780s.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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The House of Tiles
This 18th-century palace with a blue-&-white tile facade is now home to a popular restaurant.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Testal - Cocina Mexicana de Origen
Nuestro objetivo es llevar hasta nuestros comensales esos ricos platillos mexicanos que tienen origen en cada una de las poblaciones de nuestro paĂ­s.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$58
4 - 6 min

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ChurrerĂ­a el Moro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 2
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$164

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$ 2

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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El BalcĂłn del ZĂłcalo Restaurante
Un lugar con la mezcla exacta del sabor de MĂ©xico y la historia que envuelve nuestro ZĂłcalo, con los mejores platillos de la cocina mexicana.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
3 - 4 min

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Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
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
11 - 16 min

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Palacio de Bellas Artes
Dramatic marble performance hall & museum featuring murals by Diego Rivera & other notable artists.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Monument to the Revolution
Famous monument dedicated to the Mexican Revolution, with an observation deck & on-site museum.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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$8
6 - 9 min

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Cuchilleros
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$64
4 - 6 min

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Parker & Lenox
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 3
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$163

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$ 2

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

63 - 76 min

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La Gruta Restaurant
Comida mexicana y prehispánica.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
5 - 8 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
66 - 80 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
2 - 3 min

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Caracol de Mar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
4 - 6 min

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National Palace
This palace is a government building with an office for Mexico's president & murals by Diego Rivera.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Mercaderes
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 4
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$150

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$ 2

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Café de Tacuba
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
8 - 12 min

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Plaza Garibaldi
Mariachis in traditional attire perform in this iconic plaza, home to a museum, bars & shops.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Revered Catholic church & pilgrimage site housing a cloak with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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The Angel of Independence
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
6 - 9 min

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El Pescadito
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$52
8 - 11 min

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Koku
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62
Day 5
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$135

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$ 4

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Padella
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
6 - 8 min

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Museo de Historia Natural
Exhibitions from the natural world, including fossils, meteorites, taxidermy animals & insects.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
10 - 12 min

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Parque Lincoln
Plenty of trees & seating areas dot this large city park with a pond & a bike path.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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La Esperanza
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$38
8 - 11 min

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Museo Soumaya
Museum housing an extensive art collection, much of it European, in a modern, curving structure.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Hacienda de los Morales
La Hacienda De Los Morales: un restaurante para ti, tus amigos y la familia entera. El mejor lugar para organizar tus eventos.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 6
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$156

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$ 4

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
9 - 14 min

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Museo Nacional de AntropologĂ­a
Popular anthropology museum showcasing artifacts from as far back as the ancient Maya civilization.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$18
33 - 40 min

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Zona ArqueolĂłgica Tenayuca
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Lagrange
Restaurant brasileño que ofrece carnes asadas en espadas y buffet, con cocteles tropicales y carta de vinos.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$54
11 - 14 min

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El Fogon
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 7
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$164

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$ 2

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Padella
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
10 - 15 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
11 - 16 min

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Templo de Krishna y Comedor Vegetariano ISKCON MĂ©xico
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
8 - 10 min

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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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62
Day 8
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$180

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$ 2

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Los Panchos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
16 - 24 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
20 - 24 min

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Frida Kahlo Museum
Museum dedicated to the life & works of Frida Kahlo located at her bright-blue former home.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30
4 - 6 min

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La Barraca Valenciana
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$40
2 - 3 min

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Amatista Tostadas
Un rinconcito en Coyoacán donde prestamos atención a un platillo brillante de la gastronomía mexicana: la tostada.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$64
Day 9
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$154

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$ 4

Fiesta Inn Centro HistĂłrico

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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La Marejada
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
10 - 12 min

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Parque EcolĂłgico 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
18 - 22 min

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University Museum of Contemporary Art
Innovative structure completed in 2008 & offering contemporary art exhibits & programs.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Amatista Tostadas
Un rinconcito en Coyoacán donde prestamos atención a un platillo brillante de la gastronomía mexicana: la tostada.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$64
4 - 5 min

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Coyoacan Market
Vibrant, 2-story marketplace in operation since 1921, with food stalls, apparel, art & souvenirs.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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La Santa Gula
Comida sana hecha en casa inspirada de la recetas de la mamma Pat.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$64

Budget breakdown: $1448 In total

Activities & Food:$1428
Transport:$20