How to plan a trip to Mexico City

The Mexican capital is one of the largest metropolises in the world, with a vast amount of cultural and entertainment options that will leave you wanting to know more and more, so if you are planning a trip to this country and spend a few days in Mexico City we offer you some important information to take into account so you know how to plan a trip to Mexico City and enjoy your stay to the fullest

Steps to follow:

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From June to September are the months with the highest amount of rainfall, characterized by copious and frequent rains, so it is not the best time to visit the city, best do it from November to May, but take into account that the DF also has winter, not as strong as that of other countries, but it is necessary to wear warm

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The city has a wide public transport network, the metro is made up of 11 lines and 175 stations, there are also buses, trolley buses, metrobuses and light and suburban trains and an immense number of taxi drivers, therefore there are plenty of options to get around. With respect to taxis for safety, it is better to take those well signposted pertaining to lines that can be identified

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Book your flight with time and look for offers to this destination, you can save some money. At the lodging level, the city has hotels for all budgets, from luxurious chains, through colonial hotels in the city center and other more moderate hostels, everything will depend on the budget. The city is very large therefore the closer to the center you are the easier it will be to mobilize you. Find beautiful and cheap Hotels in Mexico here .

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To leave the airport you have several taxi lines, but you must buy the ticket inside the airport at the indicated points, there you will indicate the address you are going to and you will be given a ticket with which you can then get on the taxi, this offers you the security of knowing you are traveling with a certified driver

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If you like history, a place that will occupy a large part of your day is the Zócalo, a must-see in the city. In its surroundings you must enter the Government Palace and witness the incredible murals of one of the geniuses of Mexican painting, Diego de Rivera, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and see how it leans for its sinking and attend the Temple Museum, which you gather archaeological remains of the Aztecs, the perfect combination between the past and present of this beautiful country. Here you can see the best Hotels near Plaza del Zocalo.

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You can not miss the opportunity to go to one of the most important museums in Latin America, it is the Anthropology Museum, which brings together one of the most important collections of Mesoamerican cultures, including the emblematic Piedra del Sol and some Olmec heads. Reserve at least two hours for this visit, which is well worth it

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Very close to the DF, about 40 minutes away, is Teotihuacán, the city of the gods, an unforgettable archaeological complex in which the pyramid of the moon and the sun rise. It is a visit that you can not miss to get in touch with its unique energy and enjoy the legacy of the civilization that inhabited this area and of which so little is known. Reserve at least half a day for this tour

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If you like Frida Khalo and everything that surrounds it then you should visit La Casa Azul, which in the past was your home and now works as a museum. Located in Coyoacán, one of the districts of the city, the place lends itself to a good walk, also has museums dedicated to Diego de Rivera and Leon Trotsky

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And how to talk about Mexico without mentioning its incredible gastronomy ? To plan a trip through this city, even through this country, you must reserve a time to try your food as it is really worth it. If you do not enjoy spicy, it is good to let them know when ordering and to refrain from trying pico de gallo, a combination of tomato, onion, chile and cilantro, which you will normally find on restaurant tables, as it is usually spicy

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You can not go through this city without trying the tacos al pastor, perhaps one of the most popular tacos in the country due to the wonderful flavor of its meat. You can not miss the cactus, which is nothing more than the cactus, with which delicious dishes are made, such as quesadillas with cactus. The waters of tamarind and jamaica are also a classic must-see in this place if you are looking to refresh yourself a little

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DF is a city that deserves to be visited and enjoyed in depth, so if you want to see the best it offers we recommend spending at least 5 days, so you can have a close contact with culture and enjoy its many monuments, museums and places emblematic without hurry

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Tips
  • Wear comfortable shoes, because among your many options you will have to walk a lot and it is best to go comfortably
  • Check the weather, bring sunscreen if you visit Teotihuacán and at least one sweater because depending on the time it is usually cool at night
  • If you like spicy and enjoy Mexican food, we recommend you take a gastric protector and antacids, to avoid stomach discomfort
  • Plan the trip so that you can enjoy every attraction you want to see, if you go running you may not get to see what you want in full