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Centro Histórico
sightseeingUNESCO historic center with Zócalo, Palacio Nacional, and Templo Mayor.
Roma & Condesa
localHip neighborhoods with Art Deco architecture, cafes, and parks.
Coyoacán
cultureColonial village with Frida Kahlo Museum and bohemian vibe.
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faq.subtitle Mexico City
Most countries visa-free for 180 days! US, EU, UK, Canada all no visa needed. Very open policy. Fill FMM form on arrival. One of easiest Latin American countries to visit.
Safer than reputation! Tourist areas (Roma, Condesa, Centro, Coyoacán, Polanco) well-policed. Use Uber not street taxis. Avoid showing expensive items. Don't walk alone late in unfamiliar areas. Normal big city precautions.
City at 2,240m (7,350ft). Some feel tired, short of breath first days. Drink lots of water, avoid alcohol initially, take it easy. Most adjust in 1-2 days. Usually not serious. Hills can feel harder.
Ancient pyramids 50km from city. Bus from Terminal Norte (1 hour, ~60 MXN). Tours available but independent easy. Arrive early to beat crowds and heat. Climb Pyramid of Sun. UNESCO site, absolutely must-see!
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Mexico City
ALWAYS use Uber/Didi - never street taxis. Cheap, safe, tracked. Download apps before arriving. Payment by card or cash in-app. This is non-negotiable safety advice.
Visit Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) - book tickets online weeks ahead! Sells out fast. Coyoacán neighborhood around it charming. Combine with Leon Trotsky Museum nearby.
Street tacos are life-changing and safe. Look for busy stands with high turnover. Al pastor, carnitas, suadero all amazing. $1-2 per taco. Don't miss salsa bars. Best food value in world!
Metro incredibly cheap (5 pesos) but crowded. Women/children-only cars at front during rush hour. Watch belongings. Metrobus good for main avenues. Uber often faster and not much more.
Weather
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
80 - 150 MX$
~115 $
Mid-range
250 - 500 MX$
~375 $
Fine dining
800 - 2,500 MX$
~1,650 $
Street Food
Local dish
20 - 60 MX$
~40.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
50 - 100 MX$
~75.0 $
Local beer
40 - 80 MX$
~60.0 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
15 - 30 MX$
~22.5 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
250 - 500 MX$ / night
~375 $
Guesthouse
800 - 1,500 MX$ / night
~1,150 $
Hotel 3★
2,000 - 4,000 MX$ / night
~3,000 $
Hotel 5★
5,000 - 15,000 MX$ / night
~10,000 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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widespread
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Apple PayGoogle PayMercado PagoCoDi
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Cash still essential! SPEI real-time transfers, CoDi QR payments growing. Cards accepted widely but OXXO cash payments huge (22,000+ stores). Mercado Pago popular.
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Peso (MXN). PAYMENT MIX 2025! SPEI (real-time central bank transfers) + CoDi (QR-code mobile payments) growing in cities. Cards used after cash (79% prefer debit for e-commerce). OXXO Pay HUGE - 22,000+ stores, cash for online purchases! Nubank-OXXO partnership Jan 2025 enables cash deposits/withdrawals. Metro cash/cards. Markets cash. Contactless growing post-COVID. 37% unbanked - cash vital. Mega-city mix traditional/modern!
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15%
10-15% expected in restaurants. Hotel staff 20-50 pesos. Parking attendants 5-10 pesos.
Safety
Medium safety level
Follow standard precautions
Mexico City safer than reputation. Tourist areas well-policed. Avoid certain colonias at night. Use Uber not street taxis. Petty theft in metro. Earthquake zone - know exits. Altitude 2240m may affect some.