City: Alameda
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Rising from the ruins of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, Mexico City offers a unique collision of contemporary city life and historic preservation. World-class museums, restaurants and parks rub shoulders with the remains of several cultures. The nightlife, the shopping and the history make it a must-see regardless of your travel style.
Restaurants in Mexico City
1. Poray Biclaturs & Rentals
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5.0 based on 172 reviews
Experience the Art, Culture, History, Architecture, and Mexico City’s daily life. Ride safely escorted by our fun and knowledgeable local cycling team to discover Mexico in a unique and entertaining way. We offer bespoke private excursions for families, groups, marketing, corporate team building, student groups, and individuals seeking support in taking up cycling in CDMX BIKE TOURS 10 unique routes BIKE RENTALS Take our bikes for a ride, you decide how far you want to go, rentals by the hour, day or week, feel comfortable and choose your style; Comfort, Urban, Juvenile or Tandem Easy, affordable and friendly service
2. Biblioteca Mexico
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By MTorre - Mexico City, Mexico
This is a huge historical building that hosts multiple libraries. Some of them from famous writers and Mexican personalities. The place is really worth a quick visit.
3. Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe
4. Mercado De Artesanias La Ciudadela
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4.5 based on 945 reviews
For a great selection of Mexican crafts, visit the Ciudadela, four blocks south of the Alameda Park on Balderas Avenue just south of Paseo de la Reforma. It's a semi-covered market that covers 16,000 square meters with more than 200 stalls. It's worth quite a chunk of time if you want the full tour. There are some great comedores (food stalls) if you need a pick-me-up snack or beverage.
Reviewed By jjbeaumier - Hartsville, United States
We we’re looking for Alebrije (paper mache colorful monsters) and we found a great selection. Lots of junk but the gems are here too.
5. Franz Mayer Museum (Museo Franz Mayer)
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4.5 based on 441 reviews
The Museum Franz Mayer Is a cultural trust administered by the Bank of Mexico, with a Board established by the German philanthropist and collector Franz Mayer. For 32 years, this non-profit institution has been dedicated to preserve, research and present an extensive collection of books, paintings, and decorative arts which constitute Franz Mayer’s legacy, as well as other important collections, such as the Collection of Popular Art by Ruth D. Lechuga and William Spratling. The museum is located in a unique 16th century building in the Historic Center of Mexico City, which belonged to the order of San Juan de Dios and functioned as a hospital until 1966. The Franz Mayer Museum encourages innovation and creativity through researching, preserving and presenting art and design present in its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Furthermore, the museum seeks to be an institution of excellence that provides experiences of knowledge and enjoyment to all publics, contributing
Reviewed By HCmundo - Dublin, Ireland
Professionally organized museum of decorative arts featuring ceramics, textiles, furniture and objects d’art in cloister/ancient hospital adjacent to church. Well done temporary exhibition of ‘indigo’ use in textiles and porcelain (azulejos tile). Small space also featured university student art on second level. Covid safe protocols in place and friendly docents, but go early to avoid crowds even at a sana distancia. Cafe in open, airy courtyard with a small garden and fountain is wonderful spot for a contemplative coffee or relaxing beer. Small but lovely gift shop.
6. Ballet Folklorico de Mexico
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4.5 based on 1,096 reviews
The famous ballet troupe known for the discipline provided by its founder Doña Amalia Hernández.
Reviewed By PaddyNewHampshire - Jaffrey, United States
First of all, seeing any show in the Palacio would be worth --the building is an architectural and historical masterpiece that was once home to Hernán Cortés. The second floor walls are adorned with murals painted by Diego Rivera to portray the history of Mexican civilization, and it's fabulous to stand right in front of them and absorb the detail. (There is no admission fee, incredibly.) The Ballet itself is delightful visually and musically, and it also tells the story of Mexican history, from the Aztecs to the modern day. Costumes are beautiful, and talented dancers are full of talent and spirit. The evening felt like another example of the strong cultural pride that seemed so evident to us on this trip.. We left the theatre and had a leisurely walk through the Alameda Central (famously depicted in yet another Rivera mural) to our hotel. Considering the bitter cold we usually feel in New England in late February, this was particularly appreciated!
7. Palacio de Bellas Artes
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4.5 based on 10,780 reviews
This historic white marble building serves as both the city's top performance hall and an art museum.
Reviewed By mhex2 - London, United Kingdom
If you have the chance to catch the folk dance troupe at the palace, it's a worthwhile show (beautiful dancing and great music) and you'll also see the amazing stained glass curtain in the theatre!
8. Centro de la Imagen
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
This popular photography institute includes exhibits and classes on the subject.
9. Museo Biblioteca Palacio Postal
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
The headquarters of the city's postal service, this huge castle-like structure is a striking architectural site.
10. Museo Mural Diego Rivera
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4.5 based on 718 reviews
Mexican artist Diego Rivera's most famous mural, "Dream of a Sunday afternoon in the Alameda", is housed in this museum.
Reviewed By Westralia - Perth, Australia
The most famous mural of Diego Rivera, portraying prominent historical figures from the history of Mexico. Most of these figures are from period of the first hundred years after Mexico independence (1821-1921), placed in the park of the Alameda. There is a display in front of the mural which will tell you all of who the characters are. To me, this mural has been executed with incredible sensitivity, blending culture, history, personalities and the social attitudes between the classes of its times. It is really an artwork that needs to be felt as much as looked at. Very highly recommended to anyone with any interest in the art, history and/or culture of Mexico. Unmissable and stunning. The main mural is supported by a range of other artworks and exhibits. Don't miss the opportunity to walk between the displays of life sized cut outs of the figures, with explanations. Also there is an option to take photos dressed up as some of the characters in the mural, with recreations of the costumes from the mural.
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