Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City
Slide Nr 1As the largest city in North America, there’s no shortage of things to do and sights to see in Mexico City. In fact, the Mexican capital is more cosmopolitan than many think, boasting more than 150 museums, as well as vibrant street art, colourful mercados (markets), historic monuments, friendly locals and world-class restaurants. Whether you have one day or one month, you won’t be able to see it all, but you can certainly cover a lot of ground with just 24 hours in Mexico City. Local guide Shelly Marmor offers her ideal itinerary.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 28am, Have Breakfast at Café Nin – Named after the writer Anaïs Nin, Café Nin is one of the most popular brunch spots in town; it’s best to arrive early, so you don’t wind up with a long wait. This charming eatery, located in the up-and-coming Juarez neighbourhood, is owned by Mexican Chef Elena Reygadas. She owns several restaurants in town including Panadería Rosetta, Lardo and Rosetta, which is on the prestigious 50 Best Latin America list. At Café Nin, you must try the rol de guayaba (guava roll), one of Chef Elena’s signature pastries.
[Photo by Shelley Marmor]
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 39am, Stroll through Roma Norte – Located one neighbourhood over from Juarez, is Roma Norte, the namesake of Alfonso Cuarón’s Oscar-winning film Roma. Silver screen fame aside, the area is known for its laid-back vibes, charming parks, boutique shops and beautiful architecture. This neighbourhood makes for the perfect post-breakfast stroll, because you’ll also find much of the best street art in Mexico City here.
[Photo by Shelley Marmor]
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 410am, Visit Templo Mayor – Templo Mayor, meaning ‘Main Temple’, was in fact the central temple for the Aztec Empire and is one of the city’s most incredible archaeological treasurers. It is located in Centro Histórico (Downtown Mexico City), but is partially buried underground. During the Spanish Conquest, Hernán Cortés ordered soldiers to dismantle the grand temple to essentially erase Montezuma and the Aztecs from history. The temple lay buried right beneath one of the busiest Mexico City streets for centuries. Efforts began to unearth the Templo Mayor in the 1970s, and today visitors can tour the temple itself, as well as the adjoining Templo Mayor Museum.
[Photo by Shelley Marmor]
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 511am, Explore Palacio de Bellas Artes – If you’ve ever looked at photos of Mexico City, there’s a good chance you’ve seen the beautiful Palacio de Bellas Artes, or Palace of Fine Arts. However, to gaze upon it in real life is another thing entirely, as it’s one of the most beautiful buildings in Mexico City. This classical European building with its massive golden dome is a work of art in and of itself, but be sure to head inside to glimpse the gorgeous art deco interior, which looks like it came straight from the pages of The Great Gatsby.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 6Discover Fiesta Americana México Toreo
Experience a different side of Mexico City at this avant-garde hotel, ideally situated near the Centro Citibanamex convention center and exclusive Toreo Parque Central shopping complex. Find out more and start your vacation here.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 712pm, Fly High in the Torre Latinoamericana Skyscraper – The Torre Latinoamericana, or Latin American Tower, is one of the iconic buildings that make up the Mexico City skyline. Built from 1949-1956, it was also one of the first skyscrapers constructed in Latin America. Head inside and take the elevator to the Mirador (Viewing Platform) on the 44th floor for some of the best views in town. It costs $170 pesos ($8.50 USD) per person to go up, but the views are well worth the price of admission.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 81pm, Go Shopping at Mercado Ciudadela – The Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela is one of the best places to shop in Mexico City for souvenirs and artesanías (authentic Mexican art pieces and handicrafts). It is also one of the quintessential local markets in town, and a great place for photos even if you aren’t shopping. And if you are, there are vendors galore selling everything from colourful textiles to handmade leather huarache sandals and everything in-between.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 93pm, Try Tacos at Taquería Orinoco – Hop in an Uber and head back to the Roma Norte neighbourhood, to one of the best taco spots in town. Beloved by locals and visitors alike, Taquería Orinoco is known to have some of the best tacos al pastor in Mexico City – which, in a place with thousands of pastor tacos shops, is no small accomplishment. Besides their delicious tacos al pastor, Taquería Orinoco also makes amazing tacos de res (beef) and tacos de chicharrón (fried pork skin), so make sure to try all three.
[Photo by Shelley Marmor]
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 104pm, Head into Castillo Chapultepec – The Castillo de Chapultepec is the only ‘real’ castle in North America, i.e. it’s the only one where members of the royal family once lived. The former home of Emperor Maximilian I and Empress Carlota is now a museum, and one of the city’s must-see sites. It is located in Bosque de Chapultepec, a massive 1,700-acre urban park located right in the heart of Mexico City.
[Photo by Shelley Marmor]
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 115pm, Visit the Anthropology Museum – Also located in Bosque de Chapultepec, don’t miss the Museo Nacional de Antropología, Mexico City’s Anthropology Museum. This is the most-visited museum in town, and arguably, the best museum in Mexico City. If you love history, this place will captivate you with its 23 exhibition halls that span 3,225 years of Mexican history, from the Olmecs to the Aztecs.
[Photo by Shelley Marmor]
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 12Discover Fiesta Americana Viaducto Aeropuerto
Enjoy the innovative spaces and cutting-edge amenities of Fiesta Americana Viaducto Aeropuerto. Elegant, minimalistic and warm, it’s the “smartest hotel in town” – and conveniently located just ten minutes from the Mexico City International Airport. Find out more and start your vacation here.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 137pm, Stroll and Shop in Avenida Masaryk – Polanco is the most posh area in Mexico City, and home to many of the best restaurants and most upscale shopping. The tree-lined Avenida Presidente Masaryk is known as Mexico’s 5th Avenue or Rodeo Drive. It’s the ideal place for a walk and some amazing people-watching, but if you’re in the market for designer labels, this is your spot. Here, you’ll find boutique shops for all the top brands, like Gucci, Hermès and Dolce & Gabbana.
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Secrets Of Mexico
24 Hours In… Mexico City.
Slide Nr 148pm, Dine at Pujol – What can we say about Mexico City’s Pujol that hasn’t already been said? This is the place that catapulted Mexico City fine dining into the international spotlight, and the 50 Best List has ranked it as one of the 10 best restaurants in the world for several years now. Run by Mexican Chef Enrique Olvera, don’t miss the seven-course Chef’s Tasting Menu to sample his famous mole madre (mother mole). Note: Reservations are required for Pujol, but if you can’t get one, try Quintonil, also located in Polanco, and run by Chef Jorge Vallejo, who got his start at Pujol.
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Secrets Of Mexico
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Slide Nr 15Shelley Marmor is a former Miami travel magazine editor who ditched the office for the world. She now calls Mexico home and runs Travel Mexico Solo, a site that helps travellers plan their dream trip, so they can finally cross Mexico off their bucket list.
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