It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Mexico City, Mexico, with us.
See unique, floating, man-made gardens and colorful boats in Xochimilco, a neighborhood in the heart of Mexico City. The extensive network of canals means some fun boats (called trajineras) pass by. There are multiple entry locations to access these boats to see the city from a new perspective. © Jesús Eloy Ramos Lara | Dreamstime.com
Dating back to the 16th century, Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral sits on the former Aztec precinct and defines the city skyline with its two bell towers. With about 150 windows, a large dome and two of the largest 18th-century organs in the Americas, this church is a must-visit. Mexico City Cathedral © Chon Kit Leong | Dreamstime.com
The largest, most-visited museum in Mexico, National Museum of Anthropology exhibits important archaeological and anthropological artifacts from Mexico’s pre-Columbian heritage. Within, you’ll find the Aztec calendar stone (Stone of the Sun), the Aztec Xochipilli statue, and replicas and layouts of ancient villages and the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. © Chon Kit Leong | Dreamstime.com
Located in Plaza de la Constitución, National Palace is the federal executive seat of the country and has been a palace for the ruling class since the Aztec Empire. The current building was constructed in the early 16th century and is open to the public. The palace has seen notable historical figures like Hernan Cortés and many viceroys over the centuries. © Diego Grandi | Dreamstime.com
You don’t have to leave the city to enjoy sprawling green space, paved trails and sculptures. Parque la Mexicana is an urban park with various gardens and plazas, as well as an amphitheater, multipurpose courts and even some restaurants. © Suriel Ramirez Zaldivar | Dreamstime.com
For the city’s most anticipated arts events, literature events, art galleries and exhibitions, Palacio de Bellas Artes is where it’s at. Close to Alameda Central Park, Bellas Artes can seat up to 1,590 guests at a time. In its past, Bellas Artes hosted theater shows, operettas, ballet performances and more. The building was designated an artistic monument by UNESCO in 1987. © Florian Blümm | Dreamstime.com
No trip to Mexico City is complete without trying at least a few street tacos. With so many taquerias to choose from, you’ll be spoiled with choices, flavors and ingredients. Some top taquerias to visit include Taqueria Orinoco, Tacos La Bici and Tacos El Paisa, among others. Be sure to try a variety of tacos, too, such as pastor, carnitas, birria and Suadero tacos. © Antwonm | Dreamstime.com
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