How to Find Mexico City's Best Tourist Spots

Mexico City is the capital city of Mexico and is one of the largest and most highly populated cities in the world. The city is an urban and cultural hub, with a lot of history and cosmopolitan charm. Most visitors to Mexico choose to travel to resort areas like Acapulco and Cancun, however, Mexico City tourism has been gaining some traction recently as well. If you choose to visit Mexico City, here are some of your best options in terms of sightseeing.

Things You'll Need

• appreciation for travel
• transportation to Mexico City, Mexico

Instructions

1. Take a stroll through Chapultepec Park. This large park is the primary park of Mexico City. It is also a historical site with strong ties to Aztec history, as Toltec ruler Huemec hanged himself there. Despite the park's gruesome past, it is beautiful with cedar trees, a botanical garden, sports facilities, and tranquil picnic areas.

2. Go to the Basilicas of Guadalupe. The Basilicas of Guadalupe are pilgrimage churches, with an Old Basilica and a New Basilica. The Old Basilica was replaced with the New Basilica because it sank too deeply into the swampy grounds of the churches. However, both are still standing which makes for an interesting comparison. There is also a museum here, containing religious artwork that goes all the way back to the 17th century.

3. Relax at the Parque Alameda Central. This is a serene park with trees, fountains, and gorgeous sculptures. It has been in existence, remarkably, since 1592, and over the times has had many purposes, including being a marketplace at one point. The park is always crowded with visitors and has a festive, happy atmosphere. This is a great place to people watch and truly feel the spirit of Mexico City.

4. Visit the Plaza de Santa Domingo. This is a city square in the colonial style that has, notably, preserved an authentically Spanish ambiance. The square has two monuments, including one of Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, a female Mexican independence hero, and another one of Manuel Carmon y Valle, a well-known and historically respected Mexican doctor.

5. Stop by Plaza San Jacinto on a Saturday. Plaza San Jacinto is an idyllic area that is home to the adorable Bazar Sabado, which is held every Saturday. At the Bazar Sabado, visitors can browse through traditional arts and crafts items as well as modern art pieces. This is a good place to get a look at and purchase some genuine Mexican art crafts.

Tips & Warnings

• Mexico City is an enormous city, so in order to get the most of your vacation, it is advised to go visit for at least a week. Anything less than that would most likely feel very rushed. Have a great trip!