Museums, archaeological sites, tourist sites and more. We recommend these places to visit in CDMX on your first trip to the big city. Are you ready for the adventure?
CDMX Zócalo
The city's Zócalo is a good starting point to enjoy CDMX for the first time. You should know that under this great plate are vestiges of what was once the great Mexico-Tenochtitlan. You will have an incredible view of the Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Palace. Also, on Madero street, look at the incredible postcard that is formed with the Latino Tower in the background.
Metropolitan Cathedral
This historical monument, a member of the architectural complex of the area that is considered a World Heritage Site. Its walls preserve 361 years of history and it is considered one of the most outstanding works of Hispanic architecture. What you have to see are, without a doubt, the altars, mainly the one of the Kings. The choir and organ area is another delight
Templo Mayor Museum
To understand part of the history, the here and now of CDMX, visiting this museum is necessary. They are the visible archaeological remains of the Mexica culture that, before the arrival of the Spaniards, were masters and lords of the region. In its eight rooms you will find objects related to the way of life of its inhabitants, from their religiosity to the way they eat. Mention aside from the remains of the Great Temple dedicated to various Aztec gods, ask about the legends! Without a doubt, it should be on this list of places to visit in CDMX.
Garibaldi
If you want to experience the Mexicanness that is lived in CDMX, sing mariachi and have a few good drinks, then this is an excellent option. We share these recommendations of the area that you cannot miss, especially if you will be walking around the area at night.
Palace of Fine Arts
Temple of the Mexican arts, this palace built during the years of the Mexican Revolution with art nouveau and art deco style. Inside there are 17 murals painted by Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros, Manuel Rodríguez Lozano among others. Its stages are the main venues for the National Symphony Orchestra, the Classical Dance Company and the Folkloric Dance Company of Mexico. Visit the exhibitions that are available in the Museum of the Palace of Fine Arts. A beauty in this list of places to visit in CDMX.
Chapultepec Forest
This construction made for royalty, and the only one of its kind in Latin America, has been from the home of viceroys, emperors, winery, military college, presidential house and is now the headquarters of the National Museum of History. Besides enjoying the permanent exhibition of objects that belonged to the royal houses that lived there - don't miss the carriages-; Its exhibition halls have preserved everything from the clothes of historical figures to documents such as the Constitution of 1917.
Xochimilco
Many will say no, but yes! Xochimilco is a must-see tourist destination for anyone who comes to CDMX for the first time. It is, literally, a historical vestige of what the Anahuac Valley was before pre-Hispanic times and its waters belong to what was the Lake of Texcoco, which covered almost the entire City. Get on a trajinera and cruise the canals while eating Mexican snacks or a corn on the cob. Ask for a stop in one of the chinampas and see the diversity of flowers in the area and, please! Sing with a mariachi who is around. NOTE: the garbage you accumulate goes to the cans, not the canals!
