Historic Center Travel Guide

Mexico City

Metropolitan Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and heritage architecture
Historic Center
Palacio de Bellas Artes which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and a statue or sculpture
Palacio de Bellas Artes showing heritage architecture, a city and street scenes
Historic Center

Popular places to visit

Zócalo

Zócalo

This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.

Zócalo
Palacio de Bellas Artes showing night scenes, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Palacio de Bellas Artes

Mexico City’s historic arts center showcases art nouveau architecture, murals, and performances of ballet, opera and classical music.

Palacio de Bellas Artes
Alameda Central featuring a park

Alameda Central

In Mexico City’s historical center, this beautiful park is a great spot to bring the family for a moment of relaxation between sightseeing excursions.

Alameda Central
Metropolitan Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a statue or sculpture

Metropolitan Cathedral

At more than 400 years old, this cathedral is a spectacular icon of colonial architectural and Roman Catholic history in the Americas.

Metropolitan Cathedral
Palacio Nacional showing night scenes, heritage architecture and a city

National Palace

Learn about centuries of Mexican history and marvel at a remarkable collection of murals by Diego Rivera at Mexico City’s national palace.

National Palace
Madero Street

Madero Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Madero Street during your stay in Mexico City. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Madero Street

Things to do

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Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour

£52
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
Teotihuacan Exclusive Early Access, Tlatelolco & Liquors Tasting

Teotihuacan Early or Afternoon Access Guided Tour with No Crowds

£29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Teotihuacan Early or Afternoon Access Guided Tour with No Crowds
Tacos + Beer + Lucha = BEST NIGHT EVER!!!

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

£60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lucha Libre Tickets & Tacos & Beer & Mezcal - BEST NIGHT EVER!
Historic Downtown Walking Tour

Historic Downtown Walking Tour

£25
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Ticket to Chapultepec Castle

Chapultepec Castle Ticket

£7
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chapultepec Castle Ticket
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Hop on Hop off Mexico City Bus Tour

£14
per adult
Hop on Hop off Mexico City Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Historic Center

Hotel Catedral

Hotel Catedral

4 out of 5
95 Donceles Col. Centro, Mexico City
The price is £67 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£67
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,188 reviews)
"Pedí factura y supuestamente me facturaron en el hotel una estancia de dos noches / dos habitaciones precio total de $6,807.08 del 27 a 29 de julio. itinerario no. 73186303178462 Desgraciadamente aún no me ha llegado la factura. Por favor re-mandarme la factura al correo matthiasax@aol.com Gracias ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Catedral
Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City

Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City

4 out of 5
Cinco de Mayo 61, Centro Historico, Mexico City
The price is £158 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£158
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,432 reviews)
"The hotel is about 40 feet walking from the zocalo. The hotel is good. Small. The staff is very friendly. The only minus was the bed. It was a full siz not even a queen size and the bed was not comfortable at all. The breakfast buffet was great and the staff very friendly. The plus is the view from ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
Hotel Punto MX

Hotel Punto MX

3.5 out of 5
Calle República de Uruguay 47, Cuauhtemoc, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is £48 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£48
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,257 reviews)
"Great location and fully renovated hotel from halls to rooms and restrooms. Close enough to walk to el zocalo and tour operators. The gym was supposed to be available every day from 7 to 9 Pm , but had to go to reception to sign in and get gym open at around 8:30am"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hotel Punto MX
Downtown Mexico, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Mexico, a Member of Design Hotels

4 out of 5
Isabel La Catolica 30, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is £144 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£144
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (427 reviews)
"Wonderful property; hundreds y hundreds of years old beautifully restored with professional y friendly service"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Downtown Mexico, a Member of Design Hotels
Canada Central & Rooftop

Canada Central & Rooftop

4 out of 5
Calle 5 de Mayo, No. 47, Centro Historico, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is £80 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£80
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"The rooms need refrigerators."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Canada Central & Rooftop
Hotel Bellas Artes

Hotel Bellas Artes

3 out of 5
10 Av. 5 de Mayo Centro, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is £66 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£66
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palacio de Bellas ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (270 reviews)
"Place is very clean, updated, beautiful and conveniently located in the historic district."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hotel Bellas Artes
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center

Downtown Mexico City which includes central business district and a city as well as a large group of people

Downtown Mexico City

Consider exploring the interesting museums in Downtown Mexico City. If sightseeing is on the list, Zócalo is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Garibaldi-Lagunilla Station or Guerrero Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Mexico City
Monument to the Revolution which includes a fountain, night scenes and a monument

Cuauhtémoc

4.5/5(106 area reviews)

Fascinating museums, prominent monuments, and charming cafes are just a few top things to explore in Cuauhtémoc. A visit to Zócalo or Paseo de la Reforma might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Revolution Station or Metrobús Revolución Station to get around town.

Cuauhtémoc
Reforma which includes a city, night scenes and central business district

Reforma

Consider a visit to Paseo de la Reforma and take some time to enjoy the important monuments during your time in Reforma. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Cuauhtemoc Station.

Reforma
The Angel of Independence Monument which includes a monument, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

Juárez

Visitors to Juárez love its popular shops, and you can check out Paseo de la Reforma and Angel of Independence Monument. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Cuauhtemoc Station.

Juárez
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Zona Rosa

Zona Rosa is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Paseo de la Reforma and Reforma 222 while you're in town.

Zona Rosa
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Roma Norte

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Roma Norte. Check out top attractions like MUCA Roma and Centro Cultural El Punto, and jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Sevilla Station to see more of the city.

Roma Norte

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