San Ángel Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
San Jacinto Plaza
Pretty churches, a lively Saturday bazaar and several relaxing parks highlight a peaceful stroll through one of the loveliest areas of Mexico City.
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Paseo de la Reforma
Like the Champs Elysées in Paris, this famous wide avenue provides a distinctive elegance to the historic plan of this huge global city.
Angel of Independence Monument
Gaze upon this tall and majestic structure that symbolizes for the whole nation’s citizens the country’s long struggle for independence.
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, is believed to have appeared on the site of this church, making it an important pilgrimage site for many Catholics.
World Trade Center Mexico City
During your trip, find out what's happening in World Trade Center Mexico City, a top convention centre in Mexico City. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Frida ́s Neighborhood through History, Mercado & Cantina(Private)
Mexico City: San Ángel Magical Mexican Food Tour
Private Market Tour and Cooking With a Local Lucia in Mexico City
Tour of Xochimilco and The World of Frida Kahlo
Mexico City: Teotihuacan and Tlatelolco Day Trip by Van
Top hotels in San Ángel
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Other neighbourhoods around San Ángel
Coyoacan
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Estadio Azteca and Frida Kahlo Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.
Alvaro Obregon
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Alvaro Obregon. Top attractions like Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo House Studio Museum and Jardines del Pedregal de San Angel are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vasco de Quiroga Station or Valentín Campa Station to see more of the city.
Benito Juarez
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Benito Juarez. Spend some time visiting top spots like Plaza Universidad Shopping Center, and catch the metro at Parque de los Venados Station or Zapata Station to see more of the area.
Nápoles
Nápoles is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pepsi Center and Plaza Mexico while you're in town.
Miguel Hidalgo
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Miguel Hidalgo. Top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Auditorio Nacional are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.
Tlalpan
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Tlalpan. Cumbres del Ajusco National Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huipulco Station or Xomali Station to see more of the city.
- Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
- Zócalo
- Paseo de la Reforma
- Angel of Independence Monument
- Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Estadio Azteca
- Palacio de Bellas Artes
- Foro Sol
- Frida Kahlo Museum
- Auditorio Nacional
- Alameda Central
- Parque Zoologico de Chapultepec
- Chapultepec Park
- Monument to the Revolution
- Sports Palace Dome