Explore the historic center (Centro Histórico) and visit the Zócalo. Tour the Templo Mayor and its museum. Visit the National Palace and view murals by Diego Rivera (reservations required in advance, need passport for entry) Explore Palacio de Bellas Artes and its museum and murals on its walls.
Spend a morning at Chapultepec Park and visit Chapultepec Castle and the groovy sound garden. There are also sound gardens in Parque Espana and Parque Mexico in Roma. Explore the National Museum of Anthropology. If you want to explore deeper, we recommend grabbing brunch/lunch at Lago Aldo.
Visit the Museum of Modern Art and the Museo Soumaya and the ultra high end Polanco department store Palacio de Hierro - go to the top floor for the food hall for a snack! Walk in Polancoquito, typically considered the central part of Polanco, near the intersection of Avenida Presidente Masaryk and Avenida de los Insurgentes.
Pujol: Chef Enrique Olvera’s world-famous restaurant. Quintonil: Renowned for its creative Mexican cuisine. Sud 777: Offers contemporary Mexican dishes. Rosetta: Italian-inspired cuisine in a beautiful mansion. Contramar: Seafood-centric and famous for its casual vibe. Máximo Bistro in Roma: lovely dining and the best comfort food served in an elegant way. Botanico in Condessa: lovely lunch spot hidden from view. Mendl bakery in Condessa: cute patio and delicious. Taqueria Orinoco: Order everything, portions are big. Go hungry!
If you arrive early or plan to stick around the city, plan an excursion to Teotihuacan Pyramids; be sure to explore the Pyramid of the Sun and Moon and climb to the top! Arrange a tour where you return and stop at the huge cathedral de Guadalupe on the edge of town with the Juan Diego Tapestry of the Virgin de Guadalupe, it is worth it.
Book now and visit Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) in Coyoacán EARLY. The food market is a great place to shop for dinner ingredients. Explore Coyoacán Plaza and Jardín Centenario. Uber to San Angel and eat lunch at the Hotel San Angel. Visit the shops of San Angel and also the studio of Diego Rivera. On the weekend, the main plaza of San Angel has a great art market.