City: Mexico City
Top Things to do in Mexico City
The 10 Best Neighborhoods in Mexico City, Mexico
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. Polanco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,203 reviews
One of Mexico City's more upscale neighborhoods with a variety of interesting shops and quality restaurants.
Reviewed By MarinaB650 - Merida, Mexico
A very elegant and eclectic residential area, where most of the Embassies are located. I have visited the Embassy of my country and took the opportunity to walk the elegant streets of Polanco, guarded and shaded by majestic pine trees and palm trees. Palacio de Hierro is close-by, high international cuisine restarurants and a general atmosphere to make one believe one was in Beverly Hills. I would definitely live here if I ever move to CDMX.
2. Coyoacan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,805 reviews
Coyoacan, a former village and now one of the 16 boroughs of Mexico City, is a historic center. It is a popular place to visit, especially on weekends, because many of the original layouts, plazas and narrow streets have been preserved and date from the 16th to the early 20th centuries.
Reviewed By lorrainew241 - San Francisco, United States
We stayed in this neighborhood in an AirBnB and loved this charming and historic part of Mexico City. Especially wonderful is the main square in which you can see all types of people of all ages enjoying the outdoors, kissing on benches and enjoying the fountains and performers. We delighted in how vibrant and alive everything was in the evenings - so many families and kids strolling even after 10-11pm. Loved it!
3. San Angel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 880 reviews
This neighborhood is known for its narrow cobblestone streets and is an oasis in otherwise bustling Mexico City.
Reviewed By advntr_skr - San Francisco, United States
Check it out on a Saturday. I stumbled upon this walk when downloading self guided walks on GPSmycity app
4. La Condesa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 854 reviews
This quiet neighborhood is popular among the arts crowd.
Reviewed By fdesinclair2019 - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
Charming, quiet, parks, fountains, statues, shops, mixed residential, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, upscale, lovely to walk around and discover.
5. Historic Center (Centro Historico)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,555 reviews
The designated location of many of Mexico's older colonial structures.
Reviewed By 720hassan - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The historical district is a must to enjoy in Mexico city. Many different and beautiful architectures everywhere and ever corner. Lots of walking paths with big numbers of shopping and dining options. You can as well enjoy big number of live shows and musics around with fantastic Mexican rituals near the main square and the cathedral. Without visiting the historical centre, don't count your visit to Mexico city as you are really missing huge enjoyment in this beautiful district. Highly recommended
6. Tlalpan
7. Ciudad Universitaria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,054 reviews
This neighborhood is the home of the National University of Mexico.
Reviewed By ScoopTraveler - New York City, United States
Anyone interested in public education or universities should pay this campus a visit. It's fabulous, especially the mosaic-covered library!
8. Street Art Chilango
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
We offer the only art walk in Mexico with five years of experience! The art walk of Street Art Chilango is a platform that promotes tourism, coexistence and culture. In 2015, he was awarded the Second Place Prize as the best innovative project for the promotion of tourism by the CDMX Mixed Tourism Promotion Fund.
Reviewed By chrismB7855EO
Roughly 2.5 hour tour with our well informed and charismatic host, Abril. It ended with a superb mezcal tasting, which was included. There were also non-alcoholic drinks at the tasting. It was one of the best things that we did in Mexico City. The art is varied, and fascinating. It was great introduction to the city.
