Magdalena Contreras Travel Guide
Mexico City





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Popular places to visit

Los Dinamos
Explore the great outdoors at Los Dinamos, a lovely green space in Mexico City. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.

Lomas de Padierna National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lomas de Padierna National Park, a lovely green space in Mexico City. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Paseo de la Reforma
Like the Champs Elysées in Paris, this famous wide avenue provides a distinctive elegance to the historic plan of this huge global city.

Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, is believed to have appeared on the site of this church, making it an important pilgrimage site for many Catholics.

Angel of Independence Monument
Gaze upon this tall and majestic structure that symbolizes for the whole nation’s citizens the country’s long struggle for independence.

Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Things to do

Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour

Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Optional Lunch

Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch

Palacio de Bellas Artes Self-Guided Audio Tour

Inbursa Aquarium CDMX entrance ticket

San Miguel de Allende from Mexico City Day Trip
Top hotels in Magdalena Contreras

Fiesta Americana Reforma
Our stay was excelente. All the staff is very well orientated in terms of customer satisfaction
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Mexico City
Very comfortable and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Every thing is perfect
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Historico Central Hotel
The staff were excellent, courteous and giving us any help we asked. The room was clean, but the showerbb by head must be adjusted so that it does not shoot water out of the shower. The cleaning crew was not professional. The best part of our stay was the daily breakfast. It was free!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

ULIV Mexico City
The views and rooftop are top notch. Rooms are perhaps a little sparse, but the towels and soaps/shampoos are nice. You can tell this is a Mexican chain given the generic Nescafé pods, basic lower quality flooring, and lack of any cable channels on the TV. As a business traveler and pkebrt of things ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
The recpetion staff were so accommodating and hospitable. 10/10 would recommend everyone to enjoy this beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Magdalena Contreras

Santa Fe
Consider a visit to Expo Santa Fe Mexico and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Santa Fe. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Santa Fé Station or Vasco de Quiroga Station.

Tlalpan
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Tlalpan. KidZania Cuicuilco is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huipulco Station or Xomali Station to see more of the city.

Coyoacan
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Frida Kahlo Museum and Estadio Olímpico Universitario are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.

Benito Juarez
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Benito Juarez. Spend some time visiting top spots like Plaza Universidad Shopping Center, and catch the metro at Parque de los Venados Station or Zapata Station to see more of the area.

Miguel Hidalgo
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Miguel Hidalgo. Top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Luis Barragán House and Studio are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.

Del Valle
Noted for its restaurants and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Del Valle. Top attractions like Avenida Insurgentes and Casino Palace are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 20 de Noviembre Station or Zapata Station to see more of the city.
