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The Ultimate Mexico City Guide: Best Neighborhoods, Tacos, Museums & More 🇲🇽🌮
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items From hidden mezcalerías in Centro Histórico to chef-driven taquerías that redefine street food, Mexico City delivers authentic experiences at every price point. Explore Polanco’s fine dining scene, discover contemporary Mexican art in San Miguel Chap...
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Activities: What to Do in CDMX
Bars: Where to Drink 🍹
Where to Eat
Where to Shop in Mexico City
Cafes in Mexico City
Places to Visit 📍
Activities: What to Do in CDMX
I’ve spent countless hours exploring the internet for recommendation for Mexico City, from underground mezcal tastings to rooftop museum hopping. This is my curated list of the most authentic, culture-rich experiences that go beyond the typical touri...
Honestly one of the most FUN nights you’ll have in Mexico City! The energy is incredible, the crowd goes wild, and yes—you get your own luchador mask to wear. Pro tip: arrive at least 30 minutes early to grab tacos and mezcal before the match starts....
Lucha Libre Night: Tickets, Tacos, Beer & Mezcal 🌮🍻
If you’re going to do ONE splurge activity in Mexico City, make it this. Floating over the Teotihuacan pyramids at sunrise is absolutely magical, and having breakfast in an actual cave afterward feels like something out of a movie. The whole experien...
Hot Air Balloon Flight Over the Teotihuacan Pyramids & Breakfast in a Cave
This is the perfect combo tour if you want to hit multiple iconic spots in one day. The trajinera boats in Xochimilco are so vibrant and fun (bring cash for snacks and mariachis!), Coyoacan’s cobblestone streets are perfect for wandering, and the Fri...
Xochimilco, Coyoacan and Frida Kahlo with Optional Lunch
This is hands down one of the most stunning natural escapes from the city—think turquoise thermal pools carved into a canyon, waterfalls you can walk behind, and hot springs that feel like nature’s own spa. It’s about a 3-hour drive, so definitely bo...
Grutas de Tolantongo Day Trip from Mexico City
Bars: Where to Drink 🍹
Mexico City’s bar scene is as dynamic and layered as the city itself. From intimate mezcalerías and cantinas to design-forward cocktail bars and rooftop lounges, these spots highlight Mexico’s deep agave traditions alongside inventive, modern mixolog...
Hands down the most photogenic bar in CDMX—but it’s not just about the ‘gram. The cocktails are seriously creative, the Art Deco vibes are immaculate, and it’s where you go when you want to feel fancy without the stuffy atmosphere. Make a reservation...
Salón Palomilla
This bohemian bar in Coyoacan is where artists, writers, and cool locals hang out. It has this intimate, unpretentious vibe that feels worlds away from the polished cocktail bars. Great for mezcal, live music some nights, and deep conversations. Perf...
Café de Nadie
This is Handshake’s more casual sister spot, and it’s become one of my favorite places for after-work drinks. The cantina snacks are top-notch (get the tostadas!), cocktails are expertly made but not pretentious, and the crowd is always a fun mix of ...
Ahorita Cantina by Handshake
Equal parts bar, disco, and neighborhood hangout—Cometa is where you go when you want to dance without the velvet rope nonsense. The music is always on point (lots of funk, disco, and Latin beats), drinks are strong and affordable, and the crowd is g...
Cometa (@cometadisco) 🪩
Recently named the #1 bar in North America and one of the best speakeasies in Latin America, period. You enter through a taco shop (yes, really), and behind the secret door is this incredibly sophisticated cocktail bar. The bartenders are true artist...
Handshake Speakeasy 🫱🏽🫲🏾
This Roma Norte spot has such a cool, laid-back energy. Great natural wine selection, creative cocktails, and the space feels like you’re hanging in a friend’s really well-designed apartment. It’s the kind of place where you pop in for one drink and ...
TRAMPA
The pizza is legitimately some of the best in the city, but don’t sleep on the bar side! BarFélix has an incredible wine and cocktail program, and the whole vibe is effortlessly cool. Perfect spot for a full evening—start with drinks, stay for pizza,...
PizzaFélix / BarFélix 🍕
Their signature cocktail with tequila, vanilla, and tomato sounds weird but it’s AMAZING - smoky, sweet, and savory all at once. Tiny bar with only 12 seats, so you’ll need a reservation. The bartender (Mauro) personally makes every drink and tells y...
BAR MAURO (@barmauromx)
One of the most celebrated cocktail bars in Latin America, and it totally lives up to the hype. The drinks are inventive and beautifully presented, the atmosphere is sophisticated but not stuffy, and it’s perfect for starting or ending your night. Ca...
Licorería Limantour
This vinyl bar is where music lovers and friendly locals hang out. The DJs spin everything from soul to funk to Latin grooves, the sound system is incredible, and the vibe is so welcoming that you’ll definitely end up chatting with strangers. Small d...
ROCA HI-FI (@roca_hifi) 💿
This design-forward bar and creative space in Roma Norte is absolutely stunning. Beautiful minimalist interiors, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and it often hosts art exhibitions and cultural events. It’s the kind of spot where you want to linger fo...
FORM + MATTER (FO+MA)
This cozy, neighborhood bar feels like you’re hanging out in someone’s apartment (hence the name!). Relaxed atmosphere, good cocktails without the pretension, and a rotating selection of mezcal that locals love. It’s in Roma Norte and perfect for tho...
Departamento
If you’re looking to dance until dawn, this is your spot. Fünk Club brings disco, house, and electronic beats to a crowd that’s here to move. The energy is electric, drinks are reasonably priced, and it attracts a mix of locals and international part...
Fünk Club
Okay, technically a matcha café, but it transforms into a chill bar/hangout spot in the evenings. Beautiful minimalist space with Japanese-inspired design, excellent matcha drinks during the day, and a relaxed wine and cocktail menu at night. Perfect...
Derba Matcha Café 🍵
Vibey, dimly lit spot
Pistilo (@pistilomx) • Instagram profile
Where to Eat
Mexico City’s food scene is one of the best in the world. From taco stands and mercados to chef-driven restaurants and neighborhood cafés, these recommendations spotlight regional Mexican cuisine, contemporary interpretations, and spots that locals a...
Some of the best New York-style pizza in Mexico City! The vibe is super casual and fun, the slices are huge, and it’s become a favorite late-night spot for locals. Great for when you need a break from tacos and want something familiar but done really...
HANK’S Pizza Choza 🍕
Get the kougin amman
O D E T T E (@odette_________)
Get the mola tamales conches 🫔
MAQUE, Mexico City - Cuauhtémoc District - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & ...
Best El Pastor tacos in the city 🌮
Taqueria Arandas
They specialize in Thai tacos 🌮
Cariñito Tacos
You MUST make reservations here, but it’s definitely worth it
Restaurante Máximo
Best place for seafood
Mi compa “Chava” (@micompachava) • Instagram photos and videos
One of the top ranked places for tacos 🌮
El Vilsito
Created by Mexican food historian Ricardo Muñoz Zurita. Traditional Mexican recipes executed perfectly with local ingredients. Ladies making fresh tortillas in the corner on a comal!Order: Chiles en nogada, tortilla soup, mole negro, mezcal flight
Azul Historico
No fixed menu - dishes keep coming until you’re satisfied”Why It’s Amazing: Everything centers around corn. You sit down, they bring courses based on traditional Mexican dishes focusing on tortillas. Tell them when to stop. Each course is 80-300 MXN....
Expendio de Maiz
This is old-school Mexico City elegance at its finest. Housed in a gorgeous 17th-century hacienda with stunning courtyards and fountains, it’s the kind of place where you go for a special occasion or romantic dinner. The traditional Mexican cuisine i...
San Ángel Inn
Upscale seafood restaurant in Polanco with a modern, sophisticated vibe. The ceviche here is outstanding, they have incredible whole fish preparations, and the oyster selection is always fresh. Perfect for business dinners or when you want to treat y...
PACIFICA POLANCO, Mexico City - Polanco - Restaurant Reviews, Photos ...
Minimalist, colorful, aesthetic restaurant that’s located in a huge park known for breakfast, latte, and Art installations
Lago Algo
Right next to Jenni’s Quesadillas - they have a Michelin star, a little bit pricier
La 89
Where to Shop in Mexico City
Shopping in Mexico City blends tradition with modern design. Discover artisan markets, independent boutiques, vintage stores, and Mexican designers, from handcrafted textiles and ceramics to contemporary fashion and home goods. These spots celebrate ...
Amazing art, souvenirs, and one of a kind trinkets
COYOACAN MARKET (Ciudad de México) - Qué SABER antes de ir
Unique fragrances and a beautifully built store
Xinú Perfumes
This independent bookstore and cultural space in Roma Norte is a gem. They curate an amazing selection of art, design, and photography books, plus zines and limited edition prints. It’s also a community hub with workshops and events. Perfect for find...
incendiarias (@incendiarias__) · Mexico City
A concept store that perfectly captures Mexico City’s contemporary creative scene. They stock emerging Mexican designers, vintage pieces, art books, and unique home goods. Everything feels carefully curated and the space itself is beautiful. Great fo...
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New concept store that just opened in CDMX
Lengua concept (@lenguaconcept) • Instagram profile
One of the best places to shop, over 100 vendors here and you can find just about anything your heart desires! ❤️
Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela
Tortilla mill, goods store, and social enterprise. Serves vegan food as well!
Ecosentli: Authentic Mexican Cuisine in Coyoacán
Cafes in Mexico City
Paletas (popsicles), helado (ice cream), nieve (sorbet) with wild array of flavors. Been around for a century!
Nevería Roxy - Condesa
Try their guava pastry
Panadería Rosetta (@panaderiarosetta)
Famous historic bookstore chain with open-air waterfront, very beautiful flagship location that’s been around since 1910. The architecture alone is worth seeing—soaring ceilings, beautiful woodwork, and endless shelves of books. They have a small caf...
Porrúa
Amazing bookstore cafe
Cafebrería El Péndulo Roma
Make sure you get the viral matcha with the crème brûlée top! 🍵
SAN さん Matcha
Places to Visit 📍
Everywhere historical you should visit in Mexico City
Visit here for AMAZING views of Mexico City
Chapultepec Castle (Castillo de Chapultepec), Mexico City
Be sure you get your tickets here EARLY
Frida Kahlo Museum
This is hands-down my favorite neighborhood in CDMX. Cobblestone streets, colorful colonial buildings, tree-lined plazas filled with street performers and artisan markets. It has such a different energy from the rest of the city—more relaxed, artisti...
Coyoacán, the most beautiful neighborhood in Mexico City
YOU MUST MUST MUST book in advance here
Nido de Quetzalcóatl 🌈🍃
This futuristic library looks like something out of a sci-fi movie—massive suspended bookshelves create this mind-bending architectural experience. It’s free to enter and absolutely stunning for photos. Even if you’re not a huge library person, the b...
Biblioteca Vasconcelos
Lots of beauty on the inside and outside, there’s a restaurant underneath the main floor that has really good Fideo
Museo Nacional de Antropología
Showcases a multitude of various states in Mexico City and what they are known for, very detailed
Odisea México | Experiencia Inmersiva Multisensorial en CDMX