Sometimes traffic, city noise, or pending tasks (which don’t end even when you close your laptop or put your phone on airplane mode) can be overwhelming. Luckily, to take a break and disconnect from it all, there are incredible stress-relieving activities in Mexico City that you’ll really enjoy.
Each of these plans is an opportunity to put down our screens and take a breather. There’s something for everyone: from creative activities to ones that will help you reconnect with your inner child. Check them out and start planning a day away from the daily grind.
Sometimes, we just need to play like kids again to relax a little. For that, The Big Bounce Mexico is the place to go. It’s the world’s largest inflatable park (it holds a Guinness World Record!) with over 15,000 square meters of obstacles, a giant slide, and other massive inflatable attractions for jumping like never before.
After spending some time in this park, you’ll end up as tired as you are happy—the perfect combination for relaxation. There are different time slots; check which ones are still available here.
If challenges and adrenaline are your thing, Prison Island might be one of the best activities for stress relief in Mexico City because it features more than 45 escape room-style challenges where you’ll put your mental and physical skills to the test to escape before time runs out.
You’ll feel like, for a moment, you’re on an impossible race-against-the-clock mission. Perfect for those who love exciting challenges. Here you can check which time slots are available to reserve your spot.
When it comes to forgetting about stress, one of the best ways to do so is by connecting with your most creative and artistic side. That’s why we recommend Club Collage, a spot in Roma Norte where workshops and activities invite you to cut, paste, and discover the magic of collage. All while you browse through vintage magazines and enjoy a nice glass of wine or a tasty snack.
We suggest checking the monthly schedule posted on Instagram (@clubcollagemx) for available times and activities.
Among the stress-relieving activities in Mexico City that you’ll enjoy the most is Break Out, an experience where you’ll release stress, frustration, and more while smashing objects. Yes, you’ll literally smash them until they’re destroyed.
Here’s a rage room where you can smash various objects while enjoying your favorite playlist, and a relaxation method using biofrequencies and aromatherapy that will help you let go of any weight you’re carrying.
If there’s one thing we Mexicans know, it’s that lucha libre isn’t just a show—it’s one of the best activities for relieving stress in Mexico City. This sport invites spectators to let off steam by shouting and getting swept up in the excitement of cheering on their favorite heroes or booing the villains.
To that end, Mitos en el Ring is a show that combines wrestling with pre-Hispanic myths. There, you’ll witness how certain Mesoamerican stories are reinterpreted with every hold and dive from the third rope.
Grab your beer and let yourself be swept up in the cheers of the wrestling match! It’s the perfect way to forget your worries for a while.
Imagine waking up surrounded by the calm of the Xochimilco canals, kayaking at sunrise, and listening to nature. It sounds like the perfect plan to forget about absolutely everything for a while.
This is possible with this Tlanextli experience, which includes lodging on a chinampa and a kayak ride ( at sunrise or sunset). The price is $1,700 per person and $3,200 per couple. You can add a temazcal session for an extra fee. The best part? It’s pet-friendly, so your furry friend can come along.
To make your reservations, contact us via WhatsApp at +52 1 55 6481 2638 or on Instagram (@tlanextli_kayaks).
Fitness and wellness retreat to reconnect body and mind
Sometimes we think the best way to recover from fatigue is to stay in bed, but energy is also recharged through movement.
For that, The MM Retreat is a great option, as it’s a weekend-long retreat in Cuernavaca featuring sports activities, meditation, and ice baths. You’ll enjoy classes in stationary cycling, lift, math power, and math flow.
You can get your ticket here; it includes lodging, meals, and snacks for the three days of disconnection, plus an exclusive kit from this retreat to relieve stress from your body and mind.
