One of the Americas’ oldest cities and the largest in North America, Mexico City is filled with riveting history, rich culture and an abundance of interesting things to see and do. If you’re headed to the City of Palaces, here are seven can’t-miss sights. © Marketa Novakova - Dreamstime.com

Plaza de la Constitución is a good place to start. Mexico City’s most well-known and popular plaza, it sits in the historic center within walking distance of some of the city’s famous museums and architecture. © Moreno Novello - Dreamstime.com

It’s difficult to miss Palacio de Bellas Artes, a structure that appears on many a promotional material for Mexico City. The cultural center celebrates the arts and hosts both exhibitions and events. © Lena Wurm - Dreamstime.com

Catedral Metropolitana de México is both the largest cathedral in the city and the Americas. Visit to see the exterior architecture, interior artwork, religious relics and crypts. © Petrajz - Dreamstime.com

For something on the newer side, visit Museo Soumaya, a glittering, geometric structure that houses modern Mexican art and famous European pieces as well. © Amith Nag - Dreamstime.com

Get a quick hit of regional history in one spot when you visit Plaza de las Tres Culturas, which features both Mesoamerican pyramids and Spanish colonial structures. © Mfmegevand - Dreamstime.com

Explore ancient ruins right in the city center when you visit Templo Mayor, an Aztec religious site uncovered in the 1970s. An adjoining museum presents more than 7,000 related artifacts. © Marketa Novakova - Dreamstime.com

Lastly, you can’t visit the City of Places without going to the National Palace. Palacio Nacional sits on the main public square and offers plenteous spots for snapping photos of the gorgeous gardens and murals. © Diego Grandi - dreamstime.com