City break in Mexico City. Active leisure ideas for Mexico City - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Walking in colorful markets of Mexico remains one of major tourist entertainments besides relaxing on a beach and visiting numerous museums of this amazing city. These markets have the full right to be called the centers of national culture. The choice of products offered by local merchants is truly stunning. Plaza del Angel in Zona Rosa is simply the best place for tourists who are in search of clothing stores. You will also find here large pavilions with souvenirs, as well as antique shops. The most popular products among travelers are handmade ponchos, jewelry, silverware, ceramics, handicrafts made of blue glass, and toys. Xtabentun liquor will become a perfect and a memorable gift. It can also be purchased in one of local stores. Pericoapa market looks more like a zoo. The reason for that is simple – besides traditional gifts and apparel here are sold pets.
It won’t take long to find a suitable hotel for a comfortable romantic vacation in Mexico City. Villa Condesa remains one of the most romantic hotels in the whole city. It is located … Open
Antara Polanco is one of the most popular and widely visited shopping centers in the city. This three-storey department store has more than a hundred shops that sell fashionable clothes, … Open
If you want to visit Mexico with family, then start building the entertaining program for kids now! Mexico City will leave an indelible mark on the children's hearts due to its incredible cheerfulness. One of the greenest areas in Mexico is the Jardin Centenario, which is also the symbol of the Coyoacan area. If you are looking for the perfect picnic place, then go to the Mirador Pena del Cuervo National Park, the Mercado de Las Flores de Nativitas, which ideally adapted for picnics. Some entertainments in Mexico are suitable for both kids and adults. For example, Dolphin Discovery Six Flags you will receive a tremendous pleasure from live communication with dolphins. You must visit the Bazar Pericoapa, which looks like a zoo rather than the market. Here you will find all kinds of exotic animals for sale. If you don't want to purchase one for your kid - at least you and your family will leave Bazar Periocapa with bright emotions and pleasure.
Discovering the architecture of Mexico City from bird's eye view! National Palace, Chapultepec Castle, Torre Latinoamericana, Palacio de los Deportes, La Santísima Church, National Anthropology Museum, all those monuments are defining the image of Mexico City … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Mexico City and surroundings
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National and city parks around Mexico City
♥ City Park 'Lázaro Cárdenas' , 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Park 'Francisco Javier Clavijero' , 2.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'Tenochtitlán' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'Angel Albino Corzo' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'La Pimienta' , 4.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'Lázaro Cárdenas' , 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Park 'Francisco Javier Clavijero' , 2.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'Tenochtitlán' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'Angel Albino Corzo' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ City Park 'La Pimienta' , 4.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Mexico City
♥ Amusement park 'Six Flags México' , 17.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Six Flags México' , 17.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Mexico City
♥ Water park 'Temixco' Morelos, 66.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Parque Acuático Ixtapan' State of Mexico, 86.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'El Rollo Morelos' , 89 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquasplash' Morelos, 92.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tephe' Hidalgo, 112 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Temixco' Morelos, 66.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Parque Acuático Ixtapan' State of Mexico, 86.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'El Rollo Morelos' , 89 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquasplash' Morelos, 92.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tephe' Hidalgo, 112 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Mexico City from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan
From the series “Famous Unesco Sites in North America”
Check on the map: Distance from Mexico City center - 42.3 km.
The center of the pre-hispanic city of Teotihuacan is the Citadel. That’s a huge internal space that can host up to 100 000 people. Around the square there are several pyramids. The Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon are main ones among them. During archaeological research, scientists were able to discover a lot of valuable artifacts, including ritual paraphernalia, household items, and ancient Mayan masks. A significant part of the artifacts are presented today at the National Museum of Anthropology situated in Mexico City. …
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Estadio Azteca
From the series “Top 14 Sport Stadiums with Impressive Design”
Check on the map: Distance from Mexico City center - 14.7 km.
The unique stadium is not only very nice, but also is very comfortable. It is so situated that the sun crosses the playing field vertically and does not disturb the athletes during the games. The spectators can watch the sporting events in a very comfortable atmosphere as the sunroof protects them from the hot sun and the storm. The visitor record of the Aztec Stadium was set up in 1968. At that time, 119 853 sports fans came to the stadium to watch the match between Brazil and Mexico. …
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this
25.04.2024
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Guide to your best city break in Mexico City - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Mexico City - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Mexico City?' disappears immediately.