Julia & Sebastian
Things To Do
El Centro
Walking around downtown CDMX is the best way to see a lot of the most important sights in the city! We created a Google Map with the most efficient route to see a lot of them. Start at the Hemiciclo a Juarez monument, walk through Alameda Central to Bellas Artes, and see Palacio Postal before stopping for a bite at historic Casa de los Azulejos. See the shops down Av. Francisco I Madero and get a pastry at Pasteleria Ideal. When you reach El Zocalo, take a look at the National Palace and Metropolitan Cathedral. Finally, stop by Templo Mayor to see some of the the city of Tenochtitlan that stood on the same ground long before it was called Mexico City.
Chapultepec Castle
Perched atop Chapultepec Hill, this historic castle offers sweeping views of Mexico City. Inside, it serves as a museum chronicling Mexico’s history from Spanish rule through the Revolution. We highly recommend making a visit to the castle.
Polanco
Polanco is one of Mexico City’s most upscale neighborhoods, known for its mix of Colonial Revival homes, modern apartments, shops, restaurants, and bars. Highlights include Parque Lincoln, Avenida Presidente Masaryk (a beautiful street with high-end shopping), and the lively Polanquito area.
Roma
Roma is one of Mexico City’s trendiest neighborhoods; it’s filled with restaurants, bars, shops, and galleries. Its streets are lined with early 20th-century buildings, and it rivals Polanco as a top culinary destination. While strolling through Roma, we recommend making your way over to Condesa.
La Condesa
La Condesa, just next to Roma, is a stylish, tree-lined neighborhood full of beautiful architecture, lively cafés, boutiques, and parks. Don’t miss Parque México or the bookshop-cafe Cafebreria El Péndulo. If we could live anywhere in the city, it would be on Amsterdam.
Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
Paseo de la Reforma is Mexico City’s most iconic avenue, stretching from Chapultepec Park to Zócalo. Highlights include the Angel of Independence (Mexico’s emblematic monument, inaugurated in 1910 to mark the country’s century of independence from Spain) along with hotels, offices, shops, and restaurants. For a scenic walk, start at the Auditorio Nacional and head toward Bellas Artes. On Sunday mornings, the avenue is closed to cars for bikers or pedestrians.
Day Trip to Teotihuacán
The city of Teotihuacan is about a 1.5 hour drive northeast of Mexico City. Consider taking a half-day or full-day trip to see the pyramids of the Sun and the Moon. There are several tour groups that can take you there.
Food & Drink - Across the City
Café Punta del Cielo: to-go coffee El Cardenal: amazing traditional Mexican breakfast El Califa: great casual taqueria Churreria el Moro: very good churros
Food & Drink - Downtown
Sanborns Casa de los Azulejos – flagship location of brunch / store chain in historic building Pasteleria Ideal – traditional “pan dulce” (pastries)
Food & Drink - Polanco
Cafeberia el Pendulo – great coffee and brunch located in a bookstore El Turix – amazing cochinita pibil taco stand El Rincon Argentino – our favorite steakhouse Pujol – internationally famous higher-end restaurant
Food & Drink - Condesa
Ojo de Agua – great for a quick bite Lardo – great food and good vibes Maque – nice cafe
Food & Drink - Roma
Mercado Roma – upscale “market” Contramar – internationally famous seafood
Food & Drink - Reforma
Cityzen Rooftop Restaurant – the Sofitel skyscraper rooftop bar with a great view of the city Handshake Bar – popular cocktail bar