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What To Do In Mexico City They Aren't Telling You About!

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Mexico City has my heart. I've spent so long in this city I've got so many hidden gems and local favourites to share that most people will miss. If you like to go where the locals go, this is for you! These are the absolute best day trips and tours I...
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Day Trips & Tours

These are the day trips and tours I've actually done and loved. If I didn't, I wouldn't recommend them.

 
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The top bucket list thing to do on any trip to Mexico City
A Magical Hot Air Balloon In Mexico City
 
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How to visit these viral hot springs on a day trip from Mexico City and beat the crowds!
Grutas Tolantongo Hot Springs Day Trip From Mexico City
 
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If you want a truly authentic market and food experience in CDMX this is the tour for you! I ate, I cooked, I loved it!
Mexico City Market Secrets & Salsa Making Lesson
 
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This is the best local company for free walking tours, I've done four with them and they were all amazing!
The BEST Free Mexico City Walking Tour With Estacion Mexico
 
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Lucha Libre is so much fun even if you don't like wrestling. This is a truly Mexico City experience!
Lucha Libre Wrestling Experience In Mexico City
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Coyoacan is further from the centre but is the oldest part of the city. Don't miss the free walking tour here!
Free Walking Tour In Coyoacán

For Foodies

Mexico City is for foodies baby, don't miss these local spots to avoid the crowds.

 
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This food market has some of the best street food in the city, don't miss the elotes (street corn)!
Grab Street Food At Mercado de Antojitos Mexicanos Juanita
 
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This is really where the locals go, you won't find tourists here but you will find amazing drinking chocolate you can customize.
Visit La Rifa, A Local Favourite Chocolateria
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In Colonia Juarez don't miss this food hall for delicious eats.
Visit Lucerna Comedor Food Hall
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Pro Tip: Don't visit the location in Zona Rosa, but any other location in the city is amazing. This is where locals will tell you to go!
Munch On Churrería El Moro Churros

Bonus Things To Do

Free things to do, places worth visiting and itinerary ideas for Mexico City!

 
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A 5 Day Itinerary for Mexico City that's packed full of hidden gems you won't find anywhere else.
5 Days In Mexico City: The Ultimate Itinerary (By A Pro!)
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Make sure you book this in advance, it does sell out! And don't miss the bonus museum at the end of the garden.
Visit Museo Frida Kahlo
 
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Ride the glass elevator up the middle of the monument to the observation deck, grab a horchata and crepe and check out the view.
Monument To The Revolution Glass Elevator
 
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This spot is so close to Centro, it's a really quick side quest for some excellent photo ops.
Do It For The 'Gram At Barrio Chino
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Find their WhatsApp on Instagram to join the guest list, the cover charge goes on your drinks bill!
Check Out This Jazz Speakeasy, Casa Franca
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The Sun Stone is an amazing photo op and also way bigger than you think. The Maya area is definitely one to check out too.
Visit The Sun Stone At The National Museum of Anthropology
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This is a fantastic place to find local designers, local jewellery, and handmade things like candles, bags and skincare.
Shop Local At Bazar Fusion