Downtown Mexico City Travel Guide
Mexico City
Visit Downtown Mexico City
Popular places to visit
Z ócalo
Learn about the history of Zócalo, one of the top monuments in Mexico City. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Palacio de Bellas Artes is a popular museum in Mexico City with a rich history. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Alameda Central
Alameda Central is just one of the places to see in Mexico City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Metropolitan Cathedral
After visiting Metropolitan Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mexico City. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
National Palace
Find out about the history of Mexico City when you spend time at National Palace. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Arena México
Catch an event at Arena México during your trip to Mexico City. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Downtown Mexico City
Hotel Catedral
A super good hotel with nice staff and a cute cat. Also, free bottled water, tea, coffee, refreshments provided in the lobby to make guests free welcome. Not every hotel does such things right now. Highly recommend to stay in here.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Bellas Artes
Rooms were good and clean , hotel is located in walking distance to historic sites.Staff is courteous and friendly Some issues are, bad smells right outside hotel , cleaning staff didnot replace supplies, phone does work otherwise
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Historico Central Hotel
Perfect location, excellent service, rooms very clean. Noemi was very friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Ritz Ciudad de México
Location is perfect, breakfast was decent. It would be nice if stuff could speak English a bit more.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Juarez
Spotless with a surprisingly comfortable bed for such a basic place. Great location for Mexico City's landmarks. For the low cost this place is amazing1
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mexico City
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.
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.
Colonia Cuauhtémoc
If you're spending some time in Colonia Cuauhtémoc, Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Insurgentes are top sights worth seeing.
