Mexico City

Sights

• Zócalo and Cathedral – One of the world's largest squares, with the Templo Mayor next door.
• Museo Nacional de Antropología – Aztec and Maya treasures, including the Sun Stone.
• Frida Kahlo Museum – The Blue House in Coyoacán – book tickets ahead.
• Chapultepec – A huge city park with a castle and museums.
• Palacio de Bellas Artes – An Art Nouveau palace with murals and ballet.
• Roma and Condesa – Leafy neighbourhoods with cafés and parks.

Food & nightlife

• Tacos al Pastor – Marinated pork from a spit, served with pineapple.
• Mercados – Markets such as San Juan or Coyoacán for tasting.
• Mole – A complex sauce made with chilli and chocolate.
• Churros and hot chocolate – Fried dough with thick hot chocolate.

Day trips

• Teotihuacán – The Pyramids of the Sun and Moon north-east of the city.
• Xochimilco – Colourful boats (trajineras) on ancient canals.
• Puebla – A colonial city known for Talavera pottery and mole poblano.

Good to know

When to go

March–April, October–November

Getting around

Affordable metro and Metrobús; book taxis via apps. The city sits at about 2,240 m – take it easy.

Tipping

Around 10% is customary in restaurants.

Power

Plug type A/B, 127 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Mexican Peso (MXN)

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