CDMX GUIDE
CDMX GUIDE
Mexico City is our favorite city in the world: vibrant, creative, walkable, full of incredible food, rich history, beautiful parks, well-behaved dogs, and deeply welcoming people.
We hope you all will fall in love with the city the same way we did. Even after 12 trips together, Mexico City still feels endlessly layered, and every visit leaves us new reasons to come back.
And because there’s a lot to explore, we put together this guide with a few things we’ve learned along the way. Each day is organized by neighborhood so you can mix, match, and explore at your own pace.
Roma Norte
Start with coffee and a pastry at Panadería Rosetta, then wander through Roma Norte. Browse the shops around Colima and Álvaro Obregón, including Casa Saavy, Xinú, Goodfolk, and Casa Ananda, and stop by Plaza Río de Janeiro along the way.
For a casual lunch, grab tacos at Taquería Orinoco or OnceMil for a slight upgrade. For something more formal, Contramar is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city (reservations disappear up to a month in advance).
There are tons of dinner options. Some spots we like include La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, and Máximo (fine dining). After dinner, there are tons of bar and club options to keep the party going.
Coffee: Panadería Rosetta or Madre Café
Lunch: Taquería Orinoco, OnceMil or Contramar
Drinks: Licorería Limantour, Tlecān or Café de Nadie
Dinner: La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, Máximo (fine dining)
Late Night: Tonal, Supra, Limantour, Tlecān.
Roma Norte
Start with coffee and a pastry at Panadería Rosetta, then wander through Roma Norte. Browse the shops around Colima and Álvaro Obregón, including Casa Saavy, Xinú, Goodfolk, and Casa Ananda, and stop by Plaza Río de Janeiro along the way.
For a casual lunch, grab tacos at Taquería Orinoco or OnceMil for a slight upgrade. For something more formal, Contramar is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city (reservations disappear up to a month in advance).
There are tons of dinner options. Some spots we like include La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, and Máximo (fine dining). After dinner, there are tons of bar and club options to keep the party going.
Coffee: Panadería Rosetta or Madre Café
Lunch: Taquería Orinoco, OnceMil or Contramar
Drinks: Licorería Limantour, Tlecān or Café de Nadie
Dinner: La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, Máximo (fine dining)
Late Night: Tonal, Supra, Limantour, Tlecān.
Condesa
Start with coffee at Blend Station or Hule, then walk around Parque México and explore the Avenida Ámsterdam loop. Hit El Moro if you're craving a churro. Dog watch for hours.
For lunch, try El Pescadito or Taqueria Don Juan. For a longer meal, head to Lardo or MeroToro.
In the afternoon, continue through Parque España and the quieter streets on the northern edge of the neighborhood. Great neighborhood to explore slowly.
Coffee: Blend Station, Hule or Maque
Lunch: El Pescadito, Don Juan, El Tizoncito or Lardo
Drinks: Baltra Bar, Caiman
Dinner: MeroToro, Azul Condesa
Late Night: NIV Wine Bar
Condesa
Start with coffee at Blend Station or Hule, then walk around Parque México and explore the Avenida Ámsterdam loop. Hit El Moro if you're craving a churro. Dog watch for hours.
For lunch, try El Pescadito or Taqueria Don Juan. For a longer meal, head to Lardo or MeroToro.
In the afternoon, continue through Parque España and the quieter streets on the northern edge of the neighborhood. Great neighborhood to explore slowly.
Coffee: Blend Station, Hule or Maque
Lunch: El Pescadito, Don Juan, El Tizoncito or Lardo
Drinks: Baltra Bar, Caiman
Dinner: MeroToro, Azul Condesa
Late Night: NIV Wine Bar
Chapultepec Park
Grab a hearty breakfast before heading to the park, as food options inside are limited.
Start early at the National Museum of Anthropology. There’s no way to see it all in one visit, so wander at your own pace.
From there, walk south into Bosque de Chapultepec, make your way through the market, then head up to Chapultepec Castle for its murals, history and sweeping views over Paseo de la Reforma.
After the castle, head back into the park for a quiet break at the Audiorama, an outdoor listening space tucked among the trees, or stop by the nearby Botanical Garden.
Coffee / Breakfast: Grab something near your lodging before entering the park
Morning: National Museum of Anthropology
Afternoon: Botanical Garden → Chapultepec Castle → Audiorama
Drinks / Late Lunch: Head back to Condesa or explore Polanco
Tip: The Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle are generally closed on Mondays, so plan this day for Tuesday–Sunday.
Chapultepec Park
Grab a hearty breakfast before heading to the park, as food options inside are limited.
Start early at the National Museum of Anthropology. There’s no way to see it all in one visit, so wander at your own pace.
From there, walk south into Bosque de Chapultepec, make your way through the market, then head up to Chapultepec Castle for its murals, history and sweeping views over Paseo de la Reforma.
After the castle, head back into the park for a quiet break at the Audiorama, an outdoor listening space tucked among the trees, or stop by the nearby Botanical Garden.
Coffee / Breakfast: Grab something near your lodging before entering the park
Morning: National Museum of Anthropology
Afternoon: Botanical Garden → Chapultepec Castle → Audiorama
Drinks / Late Lunch: Head back to Condesa or explore Polanco
Tip: The Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle are generally closed on Mondays, so plan this day for Tuesday–Sunday.
Centro Histórico
Start with breakfast at El Cardenal or coffee at Café de Tacuba, then head to the Zócalo, the heart of Mexico City’s historic center.
From the plaza, visit the ruins of Templo Mayor, then explore the surrounding streets before heading west along Calle Madero toward the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Stop for lunch at Azul Histórico, tucked inside a beautiful open-air courtyard. From there, continue past Bellas Artes into Alameda Central and visit the Diego Rivera Mural Museum, home to his famous Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central.
Finish the afternoon at Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, one of the best places in the city to shop for Mexican pottery, textiles, silver, art and souvenirs.
For drinks, head back toward the Zócalo for rooftop views at Balcón del Zócalo, or stay closer to Alameda for mezcal at Bósforo or a classic cantina experience at Cantina Tío Pepe.
Coffee / Breakfast: El Cardenal or Café de Tacuba
Morning: Zócalo → Templo Mayor → Calle Madero
Lunch: Azul Histórico
Afternoon: Bellas Artes → Alameda Central → Diego Rivera Mural Museum → La Ciudadela
Drinks: Balcón del Zócalo, Bósforo or Cantina Tío Pepe
Dinner: Azul Histórico
Centro Histórico
Start with breakfast at El Cardenal or coffee at Café de Tacuba, then head to the Zócalo, the heart of Mexico City’s historic center.
From the plaza, visit the ruins of Templo Mayor, then explore the surrounding streets before heading west along Calle Madero toward the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Stop for lunch at Azul Histórico, tucked inside a beautiful open-air courtyard. From there, continue past Bellas Artes into Alameda Central and visit the Diego Rivera Mural Museum, home to his famous Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central.
Finish the afternoon at Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, one of the best places in the city to shop for Mexican pottery, textiles, silver, art and souvenirs.
For drinks, head back toward the Zócalo for rooftop views at Balcón del Zócalo, or stay closer to Alameda for mezcal at Bósforo or a classic cantina experience at Cantina Tío Pepe.
Coffee / Breakfast: El Cardenal or Café de Tacuba
Morning: Zócalo → Templo Mayor → Calle Madero
Lunch: Azul Histórico
Afternoon: Bellas Artes → Alameda Central → Diego Rivera Mural Museum → La Ciudadela
Drinks: Balcón del Zócalo, Bósforo or Cantina Tío Pepe
Dinner: Azul Histórico
Coyoacán
Start with coffee at Café Avellaneda. From there, head through Plaza de la Conchita before making your way north toward Jardín Hidalgo and Parque Centenario, at the heart of the neighborhood.
Visit the historic Parroquia San Juan Bautista and browse the nearby Mercado Artesanal Mexicano.
Continue to the Mercado de Coyoacán for lunch and grab seafood tostadas at Tostadas Coyoacán.
After lunch, walk a few blocks to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Tickets should be booked well in advance and are locked to a specific time slot, so plan your day around this.
Spend the late afternoon exploring the colorful residential streets back toward the main plaza, stopping for churros at Churros Jordan if you still have room.
Coffee: Café Avellaneda
Morning: Plaza de la Conchita → Jardín Hidalgo → Parque Centenario
Lunch: Mercado de Coyoacán + Tostadas Coyoacán
Afternoon: Frida Kahlo Museum + neighborhood exploring
Snack: Churrería El Moro
Drinks: Centenario 107 or Corazón de Maguey
Dinner: Los Danzantes or Corazón de Maguey
Coyoacán
Start with coffee at Café Avellaneda. From there, head through Plaza de la Conchita before making your way north toward Jardín Hidalgo and Parque Centenario, at the heart of the neighborhood.
Visit the historic Parroquia San Juan Bautista and browse the nearby Mercado Artesanal Mexicano.
Continue to the Mercado de Coyoacán for lunch and grab seafood tostadas at Tostadas Coyoacán.
After lunch, walk a few blocks to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Tickets should be booked well in advance and are locked to a specific time slot, so plan your day around this.
Spend the late afternoon exploring the colorful residential streets back toward the main plaza, stopping for churros at Churros Jordan if you still have room.
Coffee: Café Avellaneda
Morning: Plaza de la Conchita → Jardín Hidalgo → Parque Centenario
Lunch: Mercado de Coyoacán + Tostadas Coyoacán
Afternoon: Frida Kahlo Museum + neighborhood exploring
Snack: Churrería El Moro
Drinks: Centenario 107 or Corazón de Maguey
Dinner: Los Danzantes or Corazón de Maguey
Teotihuacán
Teotihuacán is one of the best day trips from Mexico City and is easiest to visit with an early start. It opens at 8:00 AM, and it takes about 1–1.5 hours to get there. Plan on spending around 3–5 hours inside the site.
Getting There:
The simplest option is a private driver or guided tour, especially for a group. Most tours will pick you up in central Mexico City and handle transportation both ways.
For a cheaper DIY option, take the metro or a car to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and catch a bus marked for Teotihuacán / Pirámides / Zona Arqueológica.
Hot Air Balloon:
If you want to do a balloon ride, this becomes a very early morning. Flights generally take place around sunrise, followed by breakfast and a visit to the ruins. Book a package that includes transportation from Mexico City rather than arranging each piece separately.
Morning: Hot air balloon or arrive at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone around opening time
Late Morning / Afternoon: Pyramid of the Sun → Avenue of the Dead → Pyramid of the Moon → temples and museum
Lunch: Eat after leaving the archaeological zone at one of the restaurants around San Juan Teotihuacán rather than packing food — outside food is not permitted inside the archaeological zone.
Return: Head back to Mexico City in the mid-to-late afternoon.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water. There is very little shade across much of the site, and it gets hot.
Tickets: The site is currently open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Admission is 210 MXN for international visitors and includes the on-site museums.
Our Recommendation: For wedding guests, book a small-group tour or private driver. The bus is inexpensive and straightforward, but door-to-door transportation makes this a much easier day trip.
Teotihuacán
Teotihuacán is one of the best day trips from Mexico City and is easiest to visit with an early start. It opens at 8:00 AM, and it takes about 1–1.5 hours to get there. Plan on spending around 3–5 hours inside the site.
Getting There:
The simplest option is a private driver or guided tour, especially for a group. Most tours will pick you up in central Mexico City and handle transportation both ways.
For a cheaper DIY option, take the metro or a car to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and catch a bus marked for Teotihuacán / Pirámides / Zona Arqueológica.
Hot Air Balloon:
If you want to do a balloon ride, this becomes a very early morning. Flights generally take place around sunrise, followed by breakfast and a visit to the ruins. Book a package that includes transportation from Mexico City rather than arranging each piece separately.
Morning: Hot air balloon or arrive at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone around opening time
Late Morning / Afternoon: Pyramid of the Sun → Avenue of the Dead → Pyramid of the Moon → temples and museum
Lunch: Eat after leaving the archaeological zone at one of the restaurants around San Juan Teotihuacán rather than packing food — outside food is not permitted inside the archaeological zone.
Return: Head back to Mexico City in the mid-to-late afternoon.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water. There is very little shade across much of the site, and it gets hot.
Tickets: The site is currently open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Admission is 210 MXN for international visitors and includes the on-site museums.
Our Recommendation: For wedding guests, book a small-group tour or private driver. The bus is inexpensive and straightforward, but door-to-door transportation makes this a much easier day trip.
CDMX GUIDE
CDMX GUIDE
Mexico City is our favorite city in the world: vibrant, creative, walkable, full of incredible food, rich history, beautiful parks, well-behaved dogs, and deeply welcoming people.
We hope you all will fall in love with the city the same way we did. Even after 12 trips together, Mexico City still feels endlessly layered, and every visit leaves us new reasons to come back.
And because there’s a lot to explore, we put together this guide with a few things we’ve learned along the way. Each day is organized by neighborhood so you can mix, match, and explore at your own pace.
Roma Norte
Start with coffee and a pastry at Panadería Rosetta, then wander through Roma Norte. Browse the shops around Colima and Álvaro Obregón, including Casa Saavy, Xinú, Goodfolk, and Casa Ananda, and stop by Plaza Río de Janeiro along the way.
For a casual lunch, grab tacos at Taquería Orinoco or OnceMil for a slight upgrade. For something more formal, Contramar is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city (reservations disappear up to a month in advance).
There are tons of dinner options. Some spots we like include La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, and Máximo (fine dining). After dinner, there are tons of bar and club options to keep the party going.
Coffee: Panadería Rosetta or Madre Café
Lunch: Taquería Orinoco, OnceMil or Contramar
Drinks: Licorería Limantour, Tlecān or Café de Nadie
Dinner: La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, Máximo (fine dining)
Late Night: Tonal, Supra, Limantour, Tlecān.
Roma Norte
Start with coffee and a pastry at Panadería Rosetta, then wander through Roma Norte. Browse the shops around Colima and Álvaro Obregón, including Casa Saavy, Xinú, Goodfolk, and Casa Ananda, and stop by Plaza Río de Janeiro along the way.
For a casual lunch, grab tacos at Taquería Orinoco or OnceMil for a slight upgrade. For something more formal, Contramar is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city (reservations disappear up to a month in advance).
There are tons of dinner options. Some spots we like include La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, and Máximo (fine dining). After dinner, there are tons of bar and club options to keep the party going.
Coffee: Panadería Rosetta or Madre Café
Lunch: Taquería Orinoco, OnceMil or Contramar
Drinks: Licorería Limantour, Tlecān or Café de Nadie
Dinner: La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, Máximo (fine dining)
Late Night: Tonal, Supra, Limantour, Tlecān.
Condesa
Start with coffee at Blend Station or Hule, then walk around Parque México and explore the Avenida Ámsterdam loop. Hit El Moro if you're craving a churro. Dog watch for hours.
For lunch, try El Pescadito or Taqueria Don Juan. For a longer meal, head to Lardo or MeroToro.
In the afternoon, continue through Parque España and the quieter streets on the northern edge of the neighborhood. Great neighborhood to explore slowly.
Coffee: Blend Station, Hule or Maque
Lunch: El Pescadito, Don Juan, El Tizoncito or Lardo
Drinks: Baltra Bar, Caiman
Dinner: MeroToro, Azul Condesa
Late Night: NIV Wine Bar
Condesa
Start with coffee at Blend Station or Hule, then walk around Parque México and explore the Avenida Ámsterdam loop. Hit El Moro if you're craving a churro. Dog watch for hours.
For lunch, try El Pescadito or Taqueria Don Juan. For a longer meal, head to Lardo or MeroToro.
In the afternoon, continue through Parque España and the quieter streets on the northern edge of the neighborhood. Great neighborhood to explore slowly.
Coffee: Blend Station, Hule or Maque
Lunch: El Pescadito, Don Juan, El Tizoncito or Lardo
Drinks: Baltra Bar, Caiman
Dinner: MeroToro, Azul Condesa
Late Night: NIV Wine Bar
Chapultepec Park
Grab a hearty breakfast before heading to the park, as food options inside are limited.
Start early at the National Museum of Anthropology. There’s no way to see it all in one visit, so wander at your own pace.
From there, walk south into Bosque de Chapultepec, make your way through the market, then head up to Chapultepec Castle for its murals, history and sweeping views over Paseo de la Reforma.
After the castle, head back into the park for a quiet break at the Audiorama, an outdoor listening space tucked among the trees, or stop by the nearby Botanical Garden.
Coffee / Breakfast: Grab something near your lodging before entering the park
Morning: National Museum of Anthropology
Afternoon: Botanical Garden → Chapultepec Castle → Audiorama
Drinks / Late Lunch: Head back to Condesa or explore Polanco
Tip: The Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle are generally closed on Mondays, so plan this day for Tuesday–Sunday.
Chapultepec Park
Grab a hearty breakfast before heading to the park, as food options inside are limited.
Start early at the National Museum of Anthropology. There’s no way to see it all in one visit, so wander at your own pace.
From there, walk south into Bosque de Chapultepec, make your way through the market, then head up to Chapultepec Castle for its murals, history and sweeping views over Paseo de la Reforma.
After the castle, head back into the park for a quiet break at the Audiorama, an outdoor listening space tucked among the trees, or stop by the nearby Botanical Garden.
Coffee / Breakfast: Grab something near your lodging before entering the park
Morning: National Museum of Anthropology
Afternoon: Botanical Garden → Chapultepec Castle → Audiorama
Drinks / Late Lunch: Head back to Condesa or explore Polanco
Tip: The Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle are generally closed on Mondays, so plan this day for Tuesday–Sunday.
Centro Histórico
Start with breakfast at El Cardenal or coffee at Café de Tacuba, then head to the Zócalo, the heart of Mexico City’s historic center.
From the plaza, visit the ruins of Templo Mayor, then explore the surrounding streets before heading west along Calle Madero toward the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Stop for lunch at Azul Histórico, tucked inside a beautiful open-air courtyard. From there, continue past Bellas Artes into Alameda Central and visit the Diego Rivera Mural Museum, home to his famous Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central.
Finish the afternoon at Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, one of the best places in the city to shop for Mexican pottery, textiles, silver, art and souvenirs.
For drinks, head back toward the Zócalo for rooftop views at Balcón del Zócalo, or stay closer to Alameda for mezcal at Bósforo or a classic cantina experience at Cantina Tío Pepe.
Coffee / Breakfast: El Cardenal or Café de Tacuba
Morning: Zócalo → Templo Mayor → Calle Madero
Lunch: Azul Histórico
Afternoon: Bellas Artes → Alameda Central → Diego Rivera Mural Museum → La Ciudadela
Drinks: Balcón del Zócalo, Bósforo or Cantina Tío Pepe
Dinner: Azul Histórico
Centro Histórico
Start with breakfast at El Cardenal or coffee at Café de Tacuba, then head to the Zócalo, the heart of Mexico City’s historic center.
From the plaza, visit the ruins of Templo Mayor, then explore the surrounding streets before heading west along Calle Madero toward the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Stop for lunch at Azul Histórico, tucked inside a beautiful open-air courtyard. From there, continue past Bellas Artes into Alameda Central and visit the Diego Rivera Mural Museum, home to his famous Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central.
Finish the afternoon at Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, one of the best places in the city to shop for Mexican pottery, textiles, silver, art and souvenirs.
For drinks, head back toward the Zócalo for rooftop views at Balcón del Zócalo, or stay closer to Alameda for mezcal at Bósforo or a classic cantina experience at Cantina Tío Pepe.
Coffee / Breakfast: El Cardenal or Café de Tacuba
Morning: Zócalo → Templo Mayor → Calle Madero
Lunch: Azul Histórico
Afternoon: Bellas Artes → Alameda Central → Diego Rivera Mural Museum → La Ciudadela
Drinks: Balcón del Zócalo, Bósforo or Cantina Tío Pepe
Dinner: Azul Histórico
Coyoacán
Start with coffee at Café Avellaneda. From there, head through Plaza de la Conchita before making your way north toward Jardín Hidalgo and Parque Centenario, at the heart of the neighborhood.
Visit the historic Parroquia San Juan Bautista and browse the nearby Mercado Artesanal Mexicano.
Continue to the Mercado de Coyoacán for lunch and grab seafood tostadas at Tostadas Coyoacán.
After lunch, walk a few blocks to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Tickets should be booked well in advance and are locked to a specific time slot, so plan your day around this.
Spend the late afternoon exploring the colorful residential streets back toward the main plaza, stopping for churros at Churros Jordan if you still have room.
Coffee: Café Avellaneda
Morning: Plaza de la Conchita → Jardín Hidalgo → Parque Centenario
Lunch: Mercado de Coyoacán + Tostadas Coyoacán
Afternoon: Frida Kahlo Museum + neighborhood exploring
Snack: Churrería El Moro
Drinks: Centenario 107 or Corazón de Maguey
Dinner: Los Danzantes or Corazón de Maguey
Coyoacán
Start with coffee at Café Avellaneda. From there, head through Plaza de la Conchita before making your way north toward Jardín Hidalgo and Parque Centenario, at the heart of the neighborhood.
Visit the historic Parroquia San Juan Bautista and browse the nearby Mercado Artesanal Mexicano.
Continue to the Mercado de Coyoacán for lunch and grab seafood tostadas at Tostadas Coyoacán.
After lunch, walk a few blocks to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Tickets should be booked well in advance and are locked to a specific time slot, so plan your day around this.
Spend the late afternoon exploring the colorful residential streets back toward the main plaza, stopping for churros at Churros Jordan if you still have room.
Coffee: Café Avellaneda
Morning: Plaza de la Conchita → Jardín Hidalgo → Parque Centenario
Lunch: Mercado de Coyoacán + Tostadas Coyoacán
Afternoon: Frida Kahlo Museum + neighborhood exploring
Snack: Churrería El Moro
Drinks: Centenario 107 or Corazón de Maguey
Dinner: Los Danzantes or Corazón de Maguey
Teotihuacán
Teotihuacán is one of the best day trips from Mexico City and is easiest to visit with an early start. It opens at 8:00 AM, and it takes about 1–1.5 hours to get there. Plan on spending around 3–5 hours inside the site.
Getting There:
The simplest option is a private driver or guided tour, especially for a group. Most tours will pick you up in central Mexico City and handle transportation both ways.
For a cheaper DIY option, take the metro or a car to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and catch a bus marked for Teotihuacán / Pirámides / Zona Arqueológica.
Hot Air Balloon:
If you want to do a balloon ride, this becomes a very early morning. Flights generally take place around sunrise, followed by breakfast and a visit to the ruins. Book a package that includes transportation from Mexico City rather than arranging each piece separately.
Morning: Hot air balloon or arrive at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone around opening time
Late Morning / Afternoon: Pyramid of the Sun → Avenue of the Dead → Pyramid of the Moon → temples and museum
Lunch: Eat after leaving the archaeological zone at one of the restaurants around San Juan Teotihuacán rather than packing food — outside food is not permitted inside the archaeological zone.
Return: Head back to Mexico City in the mid-to-late afternoon.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water. There is very little shade across much of the site, and it gets hot.
Tickets: The site is currently open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Admission is 210 MXN for international visitors and includes the on-site museums.
Our Recommendation: For wedding guests, book a small-group tour or private driver. The bus is inexpensive and straightforward, but door-to-door transportation makes this a much easier day trip.
Teotihuacán
Teotihuacán is one of the best day trips from Mexico City and is easiest to visit with an early start. It opens at 8:00 AM, and it takes about 1–1.5 hours to get there. Plan on spending around 3–5 hours inside the site.
Getting There:
The simplest option is a private driver or guided tour, especially for a group. Most tours will pick you up in central Mexico City and handle transportation both ways.
For a cheaper DIY option, take the metro or a car to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and catch a bus marked for Teotihuacán / Pirámides / Zona Arqueológica.
Hot Air Balloon:
If you want to do a balloon ride, this becomes a very early morning. Flights generally take place around sunrise, followed by breakfast and a visit to the ruins. Book a package that includes transportation from Mexico City rather than arranging each piece separately.
Morning: Hot air balloon or arrive at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone around opening time
Late Morning / Afternoon: Pyramid of the Sun → Avenue of the Dead → Pyramid of the Moon → temples and museum
Lunch: Eat after leaving the archaeological zone at one of the restaurants around San Juan Teotihuacán rather than packing food — outside food is not permitted inside the archaeological zone.
Return: Head back to Mexico City in the mid-to-late afternoon.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water. There is very little shade across much of the site, and it gets hot.
Tickets: The site is currently open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Admission is 210 MXN for international visitors and includes the on-site museums.
Our Recommendation: For wedding guests, book a small-group tour or private driver. The bus is inexpensive and straightforward, but door-to-door transportation makes this a much easier day trip.
CDMX GUIDE
CDMX GUIDE
Mexico City is our favorite city in the world: vibrant, creative, walkable, full of incredible food, rich history, beautiful parks, well-behaved dogs, and deeply welcoming people.
We hope you all will fall in love with the city the same way we did. Even after 12 trips together, Mexico City still feels endlessly layered, and every visit leaves us new reasons to come back.
And because there’s a lot to explore, we put together this guide with a few things we’ve learned along the way. Each day is organized by neighborhood so you can mix, match, and explore at your own pace.
Roma Norte
Start with coffee and a pastry at Panadería Rosetta, then wander through Roma Norte. Browse the shops around Colima and Álvaro Obregón, including Casa Saavy, Xinú, Goodfolk, and Casa Ananda, and stop by Plaza Río de Janeiro along the way.
For a casual lunch, grab tacos at Taquería Orinoco or OnceMil for a slight upgrade. For something more formal, Contramar is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city (reservations disappear up to a month in advance).
There are tons of dinner options. Some spots we like include La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, and Máximo (fine dining). After dinner, there are tons of bar and club options to keep the party going.
Coffee: Panadería Rosetta or Madre Café
Lunch: Taquería Orinoco, OnceMil or Contramar
Drinks: Licorería Limantour, Tlecān or Café de Nadie
Dinner: La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, Máximo (fine dining)
Late Night: Tonal, Supra, Limantour, Tlecān.
Roma Norte
Start with coffee and a pastry at Panadería Rosetta, then wander through Roma Norte. Browse the shops around Colima and Álvaro Obregón, including Casa Saavy, Xinú, Goodfolk, and Casa Ananda, and stop by Plaza Río de Janeiro along the way.
For a casual lunch, grab tacos at Taquería Orinoco or OnceMil for a slight upgrade. For something more formal, Contramar is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city (reservations disappear up to a month in advance).
There are tons of dinner options. Some spots we like include La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, and Máximo (fine dining). After dinner, there are tons of bar and club options to keep the party going.
Coffee: Panadería Rosetta or Madre Café
Lunch: Taquería Orinoco, OnceMil or Contramar
Drinks: Licorería Limantour, Tlecān or Café de Nadie
Dinner: La Corriente Cevichería, KILL BILL ($$$ sushi), Blanco Colima, Máximo (fine dining)
Late Night: Tonal, Supra, Limantour, Tlecān.
Condesa
Start with coffee at Blend Station or Hule, then walk around Parque México and explore the Avenida Ámsterdam loop. Hit El Moro if you're craving a churro. Dog watch for hours.
For lunch, try El Pescadito or Taqueria Don Juan. For a longer meal, head to Lardo or MeroToro.
In the afternoon, continue through Parque España and the quieter streets on the northern edge of the neighborhood. Great neighborhood to explore slowly.
Coffee: Blend Station, Hule or Maque
Lunch: El Pescadito, Don Juan, El Tizoncito or Lardo
Drinks: Baltra Bar, Caiman
Dinner: MeroToro, Azul Condesa
Late Night: NIV Wine Bar
Condesa
Start with coffee at Blend Station or Hule, then walk around Parque México and explore the Avenida Ámsterdam loop. Hit El Moro if you're craving a churro. Dog watch for hours.
For lunch, try El Pescadito or Taqueria Don Juan. For a longer meal, head to Lardo or MeroToro.
In the afternoon, continue through Parque España and the quieter streets on the northern edge of the neighborhood. Great neighborhood to explore slowly.
Coffee: Blend Station, Hule or Maque
Lunch: El Pescadito, Don Juan, El Tizoncito or Lardo
Drinks: Baltra Bar, Caiman
Dinner: MeroToro, Azul Condesa
Late Night: NIV Wine Bar
Chapultepec Park
Grab a hearty breakfast before heading to the park, as food options inside are limited.
Start early at the National Museum of Anthropology. There’s no way to see it all in one visit, so wander at your own pace.
From there, walk south into Bosque de Chapultepec, make your way through the market, then head up to Chapultepec Castle for its murals, history and sweeping views over Paseo de la Reforma.
After the castle, head back into the park for a quiet break at the Audiorama, an outdoor listening space tucked among the trees, or stop by the nearby Botanical Garden.
Coffee / Breakfast: Grab something near your lodging before entering the park
Morning: National Museum of Anthropology
Afternoon: Botanical Garden → Chapultepec Castle → Audiorama
Drinks / Late Lunch: Head back to Condesa or explore Polanco
Tip: The Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle are generally closed on Mondays, so plan this day for Tuesday–Sunday.
Chapultepec Park
Grab a hearty breakfast before heading to the park, as food options inside are limited.
Start early at the National Museum of Anthropology. There’s no way to see it all in one visit, so wander at your own pace.
From there, walk south into Bosque de Chapultepec, make your way through the market, then head up to Chapultepec Castle for its murals, history and sweeping views over Paseo de la Reforma.
After the castle, head back into the park for a quiet break at the Audiorama, an outdoor listening space tucked among the trees, or stop by the nearby Botanical Garden.
Coffee / Breakfast: Grab something near your lodging before entering the park
Morning: National Museum of Anthropology
Afternoon: Botanical Garden → Chapultepec Castle → Audiorama
Drinks / Late Lunch: Head back to Condesa or explore Polanco
Tip: The Anthropology Museum and Chapultepec Castle are generally closed on Mondays, so plan this day for Tuesday–Sunday.
Centro Histórico
Start with breakfast at El Cardenal or coffee at Café de Tacuba, then head to the Zócalo, the heart of Mexico City’s historic center.
From the plaza, visit the ruins of Templo Mayor, then explore the surrounding streets before heading west along Calle Madero toward the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Stop for lunch at Azul Histórico, tucked inside a beautiful open-air courtyard. From there, continue past Bellas Artes into Alameda Central and visit the Diego Rivera Mural Museum, home to his famous Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central.
Finish the afternoon at Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, one of the best places in the city to shop for Mexican pottery, textiles, silver, art and souvenirs.
For drinks, head back toward the Zócalo for rooftop views at Balcón del Zócalo, or stay closer to Alameda for mezcal at Bósforo or a classic cantina experience at Cantina Tío Pepe.
Coffee / Breakfast: El Cardenal or Café de Tacuba
Morning: Zócalo → Templo Mayor → Calle Madero
Lunch: Azul Histórico
Afternoon: Bellas Artes → Alameda Central → Diego Rivera Mural Museum → La Ciudadela
Drinks: Balcón del Zócalo, Bósforo or Cantina Tío Pepe
Dinner: Azul Histórico
Centro Histórico
Start with breakfast at El Cardenal or coffee at Café de Tacuba, then head to the Zócalo, the heart of Mexico City’s historic center.
From the plaza, visit the ruins of Templo Mayor, then explore the surrounding streets before heading west along Calle Madero toward the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Stop for lunch at Azul Histórico, tucked inside a beautiful open-air courtyard. From there, continue past Bellas Artes into Alameda Central and visit the Diego Rivera Mural Museum, home to his famous Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central.
Finish the afternoon at Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela, one of the best places in the city to shop for Mexican pottery, textiles, silver, art and souvenirs.
For drinks, head back toward the Zócalo for rooftop views at Balcón del Zócalo, or stay closer to Alameda for mezcal at Bósforo or a classic cantina experience at Cantina Tío Pepe.
Coffee / Breakfast: El Cardenal or Café de Tacuba
Morning: Zócalo → Templo Mayor → Calle Madero
Lunch: Azul Histórico
Afternoon: Bellas Artes → Alameda Central → Diego Rivera Mural Museum → La Ciudadela
Drinks: Balcón del Zócalo, Bósforo or Cantina Tío Pepe
Dinner: Azul Histórico
Coyoacán
Start with coffee at Café Avellaneda. From there, head through Plaza de la Conchita before making your way north toward Jardín Hidalgo and Parque Centenario, at the heart of the neighborhood.
Visit the historic Parroquia San Juan Bautista and browse the nearby Mercado Artesanal Mexicano.
Continue to the Mercado de Coyoacán for lunch and grab seafood tostadas at Tostadas Coyoacán.
After lunch, walk a few blocks to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Tickets should be booked well in advance and are locked to a specific time slot, so plan your day around this.
Spend the late afternoon exploring the colorful residential streets back toward the main plaza, stopping for churros at Churros Jordan if you still have room.
Coffee: Café Avellaneda
Morning: Plaza de la Conchita → Jardín Hidalgo → Parque Centenario
Lunch: Mercado de Coyoacán + Tostadas Coyoacán
Afternoon: Frida Kahlo Museum + neighborhood exploring
Snack: Churrería El Moro
Drinks: Centenario 107 or Corazón de Maguey
Dinner: Los Danzantes or Corazón de Maguey
Coyoacán
Start with coffee at Café Avellaneda. From there, head through Plaza de la Conchita before making your way north toward Jardín Hidalgo and Parque Centenario, at the heart of the neighborhood.
Visit the historic Parroquia San Juan Bautista and browse the nearby Mercado Artesanal Mexicano.
Continue to the Mercado de Coyoacán for lunch and grab seafood tostadas at Tostadas Coyoacán.
After lunch, walk a few blocks to the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul). Tickets should be booked well in advance and are locked to a specific time slot, so plan your day around this.
Spend the late afternoon exploring the colorful residential streets back toward the main plaza, stopping for churros at Churros Jordan if you still have room.
Coffee: Café Avellaneda
Morning: Plaza de la Conchita → Jardín Hidalgo → Parque Centenario
Lunch: Mercado de Coyoacán + Tostadas Coyoacán
Afternoon: Frida Kahlo Museum + neighborhood exploring
Snack: Churrería El Moro
Drinks: Centenario 107 or Corazón de Maguey
Dinner: Los Danzantes or Corazón de Maguey
Teotihuacán
Teotihuacán is one of the best day trips from Mexico City and is easiest to visit with an early start. It opens at 8:00 AM, and it takes about 1–1.5 hours to get there. Plan on spending around 3–5 hours inside the site.
Getting There:
The simplest option is a private driver or guided tour, especially for a group. Most tours will pick you up in central Mexico City and handle transportation both ways.
For a cheaper DIY option, take the metro or a car to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and catch a bus marked for Teotihuacán / Pirámides / Zona Arqueológica.
Hot Air Balloon:
If you want to do a balloon ride, this becomes a very early morning. Flights generally take place around sunrise, followed by breakfast and a visit to the ruins. Book a package that includes transportation from Mexico City rather than arranging each piece separately.
Morning: Hot air balloon or arrive at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone around opening time
Late Morning / Afternoon: Pyramid of the Sun → Avenue of the Dead → Pyramid of the Moon → temples and museum
Lunch: Eat after leaving the archaeological zone at one of the restaurants around San Juan Teotihuacán rather than packing food — outside food is not permitted inside the archaeological zone.
Return: Head back to Mexico City in the mid-to-late afternoon.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water. There is very little shade across much of the site, and it gets hot.
Tickets: The site is currently open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Admission is 210 MXN for international visitors and includes the on-site museums.
Our Recommendation: For wedding guests, book a small-group tour or private driver. The bus is inexpensive and straightforward, but door-to-door transportation makes this a much easier day trip.
Teotihuacán
Teotihuacán is one of the best day trips from Mexico City and is easiest to visit with an early start. It opens at 8:00 AM, and it takes about 1–1.5 hours to get there. Plan on spending around 3–5 hours inside the site.
Getting There:
The simplest option is a private driver or guided tour, especially for a group. Most tours will pick you up in central Mexico City and handle transportation both ways.
For a cheaper DIY option, take the metro or a car to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte and catch a bus marked for Teotihuacán / Pirámides / Zona Arqueológica.
Hot Air Balloon:
If you want to do a balloon ride, this becomes a very early morning. Flights generally take place around sunrise, followed by breakfast and a visit to the ruins. Book a package that includes transportation from Mexico City rather than arranging each piece separately.
Morning: Hot air balloon or arrive at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone around opening time
Late Morning / Afternoon: Pyramid of the Sun → Avenue of the Dead → Pyramid of the Moon → temples and museum
Lunch: Eat after leaving the archaeological zone at one of the restaurants around San Juan Teotihuacán rather than packing food — outside food is not permitted inside the archaeological zone.
Return: Head back to Mexico City in the mid-to-late afternoon.
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and plenty of water. There is very little shade across much of the site, and it gets hot.
Tickets: The site is currently open daily from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:30 PM. Admission is 210 MXN for international visitors and includes the on-site museums.
Our Recommendation: For wedding guests, book a small-group tour or private driver. The bus is inexpensive and straightforward, but door-to-door transportation makes this a much easier day trip.