Historic Center Travel Guide
Mexico City
Visit Historic Center
Popular places to visit
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Mexico City’s historic arts center showcases art nouveau architecture, murals, and performances of ballet, opera and classical music.
Alameda Central
In Mexico City’s historical center, this beautiful park is a great spot to bring the family for a moment of relaxation between sightseeing excursions.
Metropolitan Cathedral
At more than 400 years old, this cathedral is a spectacular icon of colonial architectural and Roman Catholic history in the Americas.
National Palace
Learn about centuries of Mexican history and marvel at a remarkable collection of murals by Diego Rivera at Mexico City’s national palace.
Torre Latinoamericana
You can find out about the history of Mexico City when you stop by Torre Latinoamericana. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Discover Xochimilco, Coyoacán and Frida Kahlo Museum
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour
Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch
Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Optional Lunch
Top hotels in Historic Center
Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
Best hotel to stay in highly recommended
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Catedral
We only stayed for one night but wow what a nice hotel. They offer their guests fresh fruits/snacks, coffee and water throughout the day. Walking distance to everything in El Centro Historico. Great views. The cathedral is gorgeous must see. The tour buses pick up and drop off 1 block away from the ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Ritz Ciudad de México
Pls consider installing refrigerator.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Bellas Artes
The staff were very nice and helpful and the service was great. Staff leaves a couple of courtesy water bottles after cleaning the room every day. However, they wouldn’t sell us any extra water bottles after running out of water and the stores close early so we couldn’t go buy any.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View
Todo muy limpio y bonito. El servicio excelente!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Historico Central Hotel
Me encantó el hotel y el servicio excelente solo como observación deben ser más rápidos en cuanto a problemas con el cuarto nunca fueron ayudarnos cuando lo reportamos.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
Cuauhtémoc
Fascinating museums, prominent monuments, and charming cafes are just a few top things to explore in Cuauhtémoc. A visit to Palacio de Bellas Artes or Zócalo might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Revolution Station or Metrobús Revolución Station to get around town.
Reforma
Consider a visit to Angel of Independence Monument and take some time to enjoy the important monuments during your time in Reforma. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Cuauhtemoc Station.
Juárez
Visitors to Juárez love its popular shops, and you can check out Angel of Independence Monument and Paseo de la Reforma. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Cuauhtemoc Station.
Zona Rosa
Zona Rosa is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Paseo de la Reforma and Reforma 222 while you're in town.
Roma Norte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Roma Norte. Check out top attractions like Avenida Insurgentes and MUCA Roma, and jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
Colonia Cuauhtémoc
If you're spending some time in Colonia Cuauhtémoc, Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Insurgentes are top sights worth seeing.
