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Mexico City, Mexico

Things to Do in Mexico City

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Lunch

Most booked tours and tickets in Mexico City

Teotihuacan pyramids morning or afternoon without tourist traps

Teotihuacan pyramids morning or afternoon without tourist traps

4.910,172 reviews5h 30m
Xochimilco, Coyoacan and Frida Kahlo with Optional Lunch

Xochimilco, Coyoacan and Frida Kahlo with Optional Lunch

4.58,372 reviews9h
Balloon flight + Breakfast in cave + Pyramids + Pick up CDMX.

Balloon flight + Breakfast in cave + Pyramids + Pick up CDMX.

4.98,136 reviews2h
Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids

Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Pyramids

4.97,614 reviews4h
Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Flight from Mexico City / Volare

Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Flight from Mexico City / Volare

4.84,422 reviews3h
Balloon Ride + Cave Breakfast + Mexico City Pickup + Pyramids

Balloon Ride + Cave Breakfast + Mexico City Pickup + Pyramids

4.92,819 reviews2h
Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Teotihuacan

Balloon flight + pick up in CDMX + Breakfast in Cave + Teotihuacan

4.92,669 reviews6h
Xochimilco Barco Fiesta Tentacion 18+ with Open Bar and Tacos

Xochimilco Barco Fiesta Tentacion 18+ with Open Bar and Tacos

4.92,181 reviews2h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Mexico City's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Mexico City

  1. 1Zócalo
  2. 2Museo Nacional de Antropología
  3. 3Chapultepec Castle
  4. 4Coyoacán
  5. 5Palacio de Bellas Artes
  6. 6Teotihuacan Day Trip
  • A Culinary Epicenter: Beyond the legendary street tacos al pastor, dive into the depth of Mexican cuisine at markets like Mercado de San Juan for exotic ingredients, savor contemporary takes at Pujol or Quintonil, and discover the birthplace of molé in traditional fondas.
  • Unparalleled Museum Density: Home to over 150 museums, including the world-class Museo Nacional de Antropología with the Aztec Sun Stone, the haunting Museo Frida Kahlo (Casa Azul), and the stunning mural-filled Palacio de Bellas Artes.
  • Layers of Living History: Walk directly on the excavated Aztec ruins of the Templo Mayor in the heart of the Zócalo, then look up at the Spanish Colonial Metropolitan Cathedral built atop them—a powerful, physical representation of Mexico's complex past.

Tickets and passes in Mexico City

Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal = BEST NIGHT EVER!

Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal = BEST NIGHT EVER!

4.92,139 reviews3h
Early Access Chapultepec Castle & Anthropology Museum

Early Access Chapultepec Castle & Anthropology Museum

4.51,500 reviews5h
Frida Kahlo’s Blue House: Tour with Certified Guide

Frida Kahlo’s Blue House: Tour with Certified Guide

4.81,245 reviews2h
Authentic Lucha Libre Tour: Wrestling School, Tacos & Mezcal

Authentic Lucha Libre Tour: Wrestling School, Tacos & Mezcal

4.8177 reviews3h

Food and drink experiences in Mexico City

Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Lunch

Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Lunch

4.812,451 reviews9h
Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros

Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros

5.01,412 reviews3h
Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours

Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours

5.01,252 reviews3h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Mexico City

Hot Air Balloon Flight + Breakfast at La Gruta + Pick Up in CDMX or We Fly

Hot Air Balloon Flight + Breakfast at La Gruta + Pick Up in CDMX or We Fly

4.94,819 reviews3h
Balloon flight with breakfast in Cave and Pyramids tour from CDMX

Balloon flight with breakfast in Cave and Pyramids tour from CDMX

4.91,874 reviews3h
Balloon Flight + Breakfast in a cave + Pick up CDMX + Pyramids

Balloon Flight + Breakfast in a cave + Pick up CDMX + Pyramids

4.81,826 reviews6h 20m

Hidden gems in Mexico City

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Museo del Objeto del Objeto (MODO)

A fascinating museum in Roma dedicated to the history of design and everyday objects, from vintage advertising to packaging.

Casa Gilardi

A stunning private residence designed by legendary architect Luis Barragán, famous for his use of light and color.

Canal de la Viga (Cycling Path)

A long, linear park and protected bike path built along a historic canal in the less-touristed eastern part of the city.

Mercado de Sonora

A sprawling market known as the 'witches' market' for its stalls selling herbs, potions, folk healing items, and traditional crafts.

Biblioteca Vasconcelos

A jaw-droppingly modern public library often called the 'megalibrary,' with seemingly floating bookshelves and avant-garde architecture.

Day trips from Mexico City

Teotihuacan

1 hour by bus or car

Walk among the gods at this awe-inspiring ancient Mesoamerican city, home to the massive Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon. It's one of Mexico's most important and impressive archaeological sites.

Xochimilco

45 min - 1 hour by metro/taxi

Experience the last remnants of the Aztec canal system on a colorful, festive trajinera boat. It's a lively, unique outing often accompanied by mariachi music and floating food vendors.

Puebla

2 hours by bus

A beautiful colonial city and UNESCO site famous for its Talavera tilework, Baroque architecture, and being the birthplace of mole poblano. The historic center is a delight to wander.

Plan your Mexico City trip

Things to do in Mexico City: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Mexico City?+

Top sights include Zócalo, Museo Nacional de Antropología, Chapultepec Castle and Coyoacán. Away from the crowds, try Museo del Objeto del Objeto (MODO) and Casa Gilardi.

What are the most popular tours in Mexico City?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Lunch (4.8 stars, 12,451 reviews); Teotihuacan pyramids morning or afternoon without tourist traps (4.9 stars, 10,172 reviews); Xochimilco, Coyoacan and Frida Kahlo with Optional Lunch (4.5 stars, 8,372 reviews).

How much do tours in Mexico City cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €36 and €141 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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