Feria Anual Tradicional del Sarape
The sarape is an iconic piece of clothing in Mexico, sold in large numbers each year during this popular trade fair. read more
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As the recipient of 12 million visitors each year, Mexico City offers a wide range of tourist, cultural and first class services
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Hidden Gems
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For many visitors, Mexico City can seem chaotic and confusing, with many world-class attractions and sites. To help you explore the diversity of this sophisticated urban center, we asked the readers of Inside México to share with us 100 Hidden Gems – their favorite restaurants, shopping centers, museums, parks and attractions – that will enrich your visit and provide a more authentic Mexico City experience. (All figures in Mexican pesos)
The Zócalo
Only Red Square and Tiananmen Square are larger than Mexico City’s impressive public center. This crossroads of the country (and the world) is an architectural marvel, and a great place to sample the city’s unique energy. Don´t miss the Diego Rivera murals in the Palacio del Gobierno.
Address: Metro stop Zócalo
Tori Tori
One of the few Japanese restaurants in Mexico where you will almost always see Japanese customers having dinner. Enough said!
Address: Anatole France 71, Colonia Polanco
Phone: 5280-9069
http://www.toritori.com.mx
Mon-Sat: 1 pm-12 am; Sun: 1 pm-7 pm. Payment: all cards.
Un Lugar de la Mancha Café-restaurant and bookstore
An intimate and bookish oasis set among business high-rises. Try the tampiqueña or the vegetarian pita.
Address: Prado Norte 205
Phone: 5202-8048
www.lamancha.com.mx
Mon-Fri: 8 am-10 pm; Sat-Sun: 9 am-10 pm.
Videódromo
One of Mexico City’s cinephiles’ favorite haunts. Pick up the latest art house flick or find old classics, both international and Mexican.
Address: Alfonso Reyes 238
Phone: 5211-1932
www.videodromo.com.mx
Mon-Sun: 11 am-10 pm
Villa María
See the business crowd buzz at lunch, doing deals over tequila and Mexican classics.
Address: Homero 704, Colonia Polanco
Phone: 5203-0306
http://www.villamaria.com.mx
Vintage HOE
Mexico City’s best vintage clothing store. Get your 70s and 80s on in this fashionista mecca.
Address: Cordoba 108, corner of Alvaro Obregon, Colonia Roma
Phone: 4336-1976
Viveros de Coyoacán
Looking for green space and sun-dappled paths? The park has an excellent 2100-meter loop for runners and walkers. A grid of garden pathways and green patches ills the space between.
Address: Melchor Ocampo, Colonia Coyoacán. The entrance to the plant nursery is at the corner of Melchor Ocampo and Av. México
Mon-Sun: 6 am-6 pm; Mon-Sun: 10 am-6 pm, to enter plant nursery
Volaris Virtual Terminal
Leave your car, check your luggage, pick up your boarding pass and hop a shuttle to catch flights from the Toluca airport to California and Texas.
Address: Avenida Prolongación Paseo de la Reforma # 1130, Colonia Santa Fe
www.volaris.com.mx
Yautepec Gallery
Check out this cutting edge gallery representing Mexican and international artists.
Address: Melchor Ocampa 154-A, Colonia San Rafael
Phone: 5256-5533
http://yau.com.mx
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Interactive Maps
Visiting Mexico City? There is so much to experience in the capital that many visitors do not know where to start their tour. We designed an interactive Google Map that features the must-sees of Mexico City – the museums, parks, historic landmarks and neighborhoods – that you won’t want to miss. read more
Attractions
Mexico City is one of the world's most important centers of archeology and urban architecture, with 31 different archeological or historic sites. The city's historic center is a UNESCO-designated district, featuring many important, well-preserved Pre-Colombian archeological sites and historic colonial era buildings. The city is home to beautiful churches, authentic… read more
Cuisine
Visitors are often surprised by the level of culinary sophistication to be found in Mexico City, but they shouldn't be: Forbes Magazine rated Mexico City the world's fourth-best culinary destination, behind only Paris, Rome and Tokyo. Chefs can prepare dishes from any cuisine and are no strangers to creativity. Gastronomic… read more
Entertainment, Nightlife & Recreation
Whether you are looking for a one-of-a-kind cultural experience or simply a night out on the town, Mexico City has virtually unlimited options to keep you entertained during your stay. The Arts Throughout the year, the city is home to numerous art exhibitions and film festivals, continuing the country's rich… read more
FITA 2012
Mexico City to host FITA 2012 tourism fair Mexico City will host the third annual international tourism fair of the Americas, FITA 2012, on September 20-23, 2012. FITA 2012 will attract the travel’s industry’s most prominent professionals: wholesalers, tour operators, transportation companies, hotels, event planners, travel agencies, national tourism promotion… read more
Getting Around
You are never far from the cultural and business capital of Mexico, and getting there has never been easier. More than 20 cities in the United States and Canada offer non-stop air travel to Mexico City. And with an average flying time of just four hours, a trip to Mexico… read more
Hotels
Luxury hotels abound in Mexico City with all the amenities of the finest high-end resorts around the world. There are also a growing number of smaller, boutique properties characterized by their unique design and highly-personalized service. Not only can guests expect world-class restaurants, full-service spas and breathtaking views of the… read more
Misc.: Weather | Helpful Contacts | English-Language Media
Weather in Mexico City Situated on a high plateau, Mexico City enjoys mild, pleasant weather throughout the year. The temperature in winter averages between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius (68 to 74° Fahrenheit), while summer temperatures average around 28 degrees Celsius (83° Fahrenheit). October through May is the city's dry… read more
Shopping
The latest fashions and styles are easy to come by in Mexico City, where you will find the enormous modern shopping malls and small fashion boutiques to be among the best in the world. Visitors can discover great value and unique gifts in apparel and clothing, home furnishings, jewelry and… read more
Survey: Perceptions of Mexico City
The Government of Mexico City conducted a telephone public opinion survey in the United States and Canada in late 2009 to measure perceptions of business and leisure travelers toward the destination. Because Mexico City receives more than 2 million visitors a year from these markets, the government was interested in… read more
Voices from the city:
Pozole, The Mexican Comfort Food
Two shy campesinas, attired in home-made cotton dresses with rebozos draped over their shoulders, waited patiently at the counter of the carnicería. When their turn came they asked for “una cabeza, por favor” (“a head, please”). read more
December 03 – December 14, 2012
December 10, 2012
Palacio de los Deportes
Bruce Springsteen in Mexico City
The Wrecking Ball tour comes to a close in Mexico City. read more
December 12, 2012
Dia de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe
Millions of pilgrims come to honor Mexico’s religious patron each year, for the culmination of ten days of celebrations in Mexico City. read more
December 15 – December 19, 2012
Alcoman
Feria de la Piñata
Certainly one of the area’s most colorful events, Feria de la Piñata features all kinds of piñatas to purchase and admire. read more
December 15 – December 24, 2012
Latin American Festival of Pastorelas
Mexico City’s festivities in the lead up to Christmas includes this parade, whose many characters tell the story of the nativity. read more
December 16 – December 24, 2012
Feria de la Nochebuena y Articulos Navidenos
Pick up last-minute gifts and holiday decorations at the Feria de la Nochebuena, held through late December. read more
Surprising Fact
Mexico City's 12th subway line, currently under construction, is the largest transportation infrastructure project in Latin America
Overheard
San Francisco and Mexico City face similar challenges in fighting climate change, albeit on a different scale. We share the goal of transforming our cities into models of urban renewal, for our respective nations, and the world. We believe that promoting healthy living, rejuvenating public spaces, and decreasing pollution, creates a safer, better city.
— San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom