La Riviera Travel Guide
Mexico City
Popular places to visit
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.
Estadio Azteca
See one of the world’s largest and most famous soccer stadiums, the host to two historic FIFA World Cup championships.
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
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.
World Trade Center Mexico City
World Trade Center Mexico City is just one of the places to see in Mexico City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Half-Day Mexico City Highlights Tour
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Mexican Wrestling Tour with Tacos and After Show in Mexico City
Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour
Teotihuacan, Guadalupe Shrine & Tlatelolco Day Tour with Optional Lunch
Top hotels in La Riviera
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
"Staff was incredibly helpful and the room was comfortable and clean"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Barceló México Reforma
"Todo estuvo excelente, las habitaciones Premium están muy bien"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Fiesta Americana Reforma
"Renovar"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Catedral
"El hotel todo limpio y muy bonito pero el staff muy mal, te tratan muy mal en especial las de recepción, el cuarto que me toco no servía el aire acondicionado, aunque llegaron a repararlo nunca enfrió. Las tarjetas de los cuartos no funcionan, hasta que llegan a abrir con la llave maestra. Uh hotel ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Galeria Plaza Reforma
"Los miembros del staff dan un servicio espectacular"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
ULIV Mexico City
"Excellent! Location location location"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Riviera
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.
Polanco
If you're spending time in Polanco, you might enjoy attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Polanco 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.
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.
Historic Center
Consider a visit to Palacio de Bellas Artes and take some time to enjoy the interesting museums during your time in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Allende Station or Bellas Artes 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.
