Lodging
Best Western Majestic. Our hotel was conveniently close to the Zócalo and there are a lot of activities to do within walking distance. The hotel bar was small but it got the job done and the staff at all posts of the hotel were very nice. I would stay here again but made sure I brought earplugs. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Food
The places I really enjoyed eating at were Azul Historico, Balcone del Zócalo and Tacos de Canasta Los Especiales. The first two were more high-end but the last one was really good. So good in fact that there was always a line for them! Also, if you’re craving non-Mexican food, The Dog House Pub (British!) and the Italian restaurant in Polanco!!!
Things to do
Highlights (in no particular order)
- Teotihuacán Pyramids (all 3!)
- Templo Mayor (pay the 4 dollar entrance fee)
- Casa Azul
- Ballet Folklorico
- Anthropology museum
General tips and tricks
- There are a lot of police in Mexico City. Like a lot a lot. But the mere presence of them made me feel safer than ever
- There are also a lot of people in Mexico City. It’s bustling and the Madero street gets packed. But my number one rule in traveling is “act like you know what you’re doing.” People will leave you alone. Or just give them mean side-eye. That works too.
- Also, it’s not typical to put limes in your Corona so you have to ask for them. And not “michelada” style…that’s just weird.
Misc
We stayed for 11 days. That was definitely a bit too long as you go stir crazy looking at the same sights each day. I’d definitely recommend the actual city for 7-8 days maximum. Maybe move on to another town/state to see what else Mexico has to offer.
Overall, the people were very nice, the food very typical of Mexican cuisine and everything was really cheap! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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