Magdalena Contreras Travel Guide
Mexico City
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Popular places to visit
Los Dinamos
Explore the great outdoors at Los Dinamos, a lovely green space in Mexico City. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Lomas de Padierna National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lomas de Padierna National Park, a lovely green space in Mexico City. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch
Half-Day Mexico City Highlights Tour
Inbursa Aquarium CDMX entrance ticket
Mexico City: Double Decker Bus Night Tour
Top hotels in Magdalena Contreras
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Limpio, muy buena atención
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Fiesta Americana Reforma
The cleanliness; helpful staff. Shower was hot and loved the shower head. I do not recommend the restaurant. Food was 2/10.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Barceló México Reforma
The experience was wonderful, the room was fabulous. I would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
ULIV Mexico City
This is a great hotel to stay at that is central to many restaurants and places to shop! We found it easy to walk to majority of places around the city within 10-15 minutes which was great. The hotel was super friendly and easy to work with! We felt safe the entire time and the staff are in front ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Historico Central Hotel
Excellent hotel. The staff were wonderful and the 24 hour cafe was a blessing. Highly recommend if you are planning to stay in the centro area of Mexico city.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
We had an excellent stay at the Zocalo Central Hotel and would highly recommend it. Everything met and exceeded our expectations. We were so happy with our experience. We can’t wait to return!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Magdalena Contreras
Santa Fe
Consider a visit to Expo Santa Fe Mexico and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Santa Fe. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Santa Fé Station or Vasco de Quiroga Station.
Coyoacan
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Frida Kahlo Museum and Estadio Olímpico Universitario are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya 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.
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 Papalote Museo del Nino are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.
Hipódromo
While you're in Hipódromo, take in top sights like Blackberry Auditorium or Avenida Insurgentes, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chilpancingo Station or Patriotism Station.
Roma Sur
The fascinating museums and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Roma Sur. Check out Avenida Insurgentes or Multum Ha Cenote while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Medical Center Station to get around town.
