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CDMX: Where to Eat, Play, and Stay

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Mexico City feels like a fever dream. Alive with vibrant colors and sounds, the city radiates the magical realism of a Frida Kahlo painting. Lush green boulevards make walking the city an adventure and the temperate weather offers respite from the he...
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Eat

CDMX has some of the best food in the world. 

 
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$$$$ This is the best food experience we have ever had in our lives. Invest in the tasting menu experience. It is worth every penny. Reservations are a must.
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$$ A fresh menu that changes daily based on the chef's whims, inspirations, and the seasons. You'll never eat the same thing twice. No reservations, but worth the wait.
Expendio de Maiz Sin Nombre
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$$ Speakeasy cocktail bar that can be a challenge to find, but so worth it when you do. Drinks are balanced and masterfully made. Truly a great time.
Hanky Panky Cocktail Bar
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$ You can’t go to Mexico City and not get churros. It’s literally against the law. Jk, jk. But you will be judged. And deeply regret your decision. Think Cafe Du Monde, but with fried cinnamon sugar goodness. Another local chain with consistently gre...
El Moro | Churrería
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$ A local chain with cheap, delicious eats.
Taqueria Orinoco
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$$$ Mexican fine dining done extremely well. Beautiful setting and even more beautiful (and tasty!) food.
Máximo
 
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$$ Good food in the heart of downtown within a cool shopping building. Get the enchiladas and “build-your-own” hot chocolate.
Azul Historico
 
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$$ Incredible speakeasy that includes a progressive menu - drinks in the beginning of the menu are smaller and lighter and get heavier and bigger as you go.
Handshake Speakeasy

Play

 
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You cannot go to CDMX without stopping by the Frida Kahlo Museum. It is a MUST.
Frida Kahlo Museum
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Lose yourself in this La Condesa gem. A dreamscape of color, lines, and texture, Mooni is one of the best art galleries I have ever been to (and I’ve been to many galleries). Many of their pieces are accessibly priced (but make sure to double check, ...
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Colorful boats. Mariachi bands. Floating restaurants with delicious quesadillas.
Magical Xochimilco Trajineras
 
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Come here for live jazz!
Parker & Lenox
 
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Modern art museum that has some thought-provoking exhibits.
Museo Tamayo Arte Contemporáneo
 
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The national museum of Mexico - and the most visited in the entire country.
Museo Nacional de Antropología
 
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This woman owned and operated food tour company gives you an inside look into the best CDMX has to offer. Navigate the city markets like a local as you taste elote, tacos, and local fruits.
Eat Like a Local Mexico - Food Tours
 
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Another women-owned venture, Andrea takes you on a tour of Oaxaca through the smoky cousin to tequila. As a Certified Mescalier, Andrea is highly knowledgeable, but makes the information accessible to novice and experienced mezcal lovers alike.
La Fiera Mezcal

Stay

Mexico City Neighborhoods are vibrant, diverse, architecturally interesting hubs for culture. Here are a few of our favorites. 

 
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The green lined streets of Roma Norte will have you falling in love with the city.
Roma Norte
 
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Art nouveau mansions and art deco apartments make this neighborhood feel frozen in time.
La Condesa
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