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Things To Do/Cosas que hacer
Bosque Chapultepec
Bosque de Chapultepec is Mexico City's Central Park (but bigger) and holds a number of museums and historical sites. Rent a bike and you will stumble upon all sorts of art exhibits and sculptures. Check out the following: -Museo Nacional de Antropologia (Anthropology Museum) - one of the best museums in the world, really beautiful and impressive collection. -Castillo de Chapultepec (Chapultepec Castle) - In the middle of the park, beautiful building with lots of history and art. -Tamayo Contemporary Art Museum -Zoológico de Chapultepec (The Zoo) *Bring a good pair of walking shoes!*
Chapultepec Castle
Learn about Mexico's fascinating history at Chapultepec Castle, a grand 18th-century palace atop a hill in Mexico City. The palace houses the National Museum of History, which showcases impressive murals and stunning stained glass galleries. You can also take a leisurely stroll through the castle's manicured gardens and enjoy the panoramic views of downtown. There are guided tours available, or you could self guide.
Museo Nacional de Antropología
This museum contains the world's largest collection of ancient Mexican art and also has ethnographic exhibits about Mexico's present-day indigenous groups. It is amazing and you could spend hours here.
Zócalo
The Historic Center contains a number of must-see sites. It gets very crowded later in the day, so we recommend going early. Make sure to check out: -Palacio de Bellas Artes: A beautiful building with murals by Diego Riviera, and other famous Mexican muralists. A must see for art and history lovers -Templo Mayor: Aztec ruins right in the middle of the city -Museo Franz Meyer: Latin America's largest collection of decorative arts (ceramics, artwork, furniture, textiles) -Zócalo: Main city square surrounded by government buildings and great rooftop restaurants. There are so many cute stores and things to explore. -Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral: One of the largest churches in Latin America. It is free to tour and enjoy the beautiful architecture.
Pyramids of Teotihuacan
The ancient pyramids of Teotihuacan are a jewel of Mexico City. A Mesoamerican society from 100 B.C., Teotihuacan was the largest city in the pre-Colombian Americas. The architectural site features the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon which are over 200 feet tall. The city was designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 1987. It is about 1 hour from the city, highly recommended if you are staying a couple extra days in Mexico!
Frida Kahlo Museum
Kahlo's birthplace and childhood home, and where she and Diego Rivera lived for a number of years. Contains artwork by Kahlo and Rivera, as well as the couple's collection of Mexican folk art, pre-Hispanic artifacts, photographs, memorabilia, personal items, and more. Wonderful display of Kahlo's recently-discovered clothing collection as well. If you are considering visiting, we strongly encourage to buy tickets online two weeks in advance, they sell out fast! Tickets are not sold on-site. This museum is located in Coyoacán neighborhood and is accessible by walking depending on where you stay. Open Tues & Thurs-Sat 10am-5:30pm, Weds 11am-5:30pm
Coyoacan Neighborhood
There are so many places to explore in Coyoacan! We strongly encourage our guests to lodge in this neighborhood as the majority of wedding festivities will occur here. Coyoacan is a beautiful neighborhood to explore on foot. There are countless restaurants, markets, parks, and museums. We recommend you check out the following: -Coyoacan Market: Ignacio Allende s/n, Del Carmen, Coyoacán, 04100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico. Vibrant, 2-story marketplace in operation since 1921, with food stalls, apparel, art & souvenirs. - Bazar Artesanal Mexicano: Coyoacán TNT, Coyoacán, 04000 Mexico City, CDMX, Mexico. An arched gate leads to a bi-level complex with vendors selling clothing, pottery, souvenirs & more.