When you reach adulthood, it becomes more difficult to coordinate with friends to go out, but don’t worry. Don’t let that stop you! If you’re looking for things to do alone in Mexico City, you’ve come to the right place, because we bring you 11 unmissable plans.
1. Visit a museum
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If there’s one thing Mexico City has in abundance, it’s museums. Some venues are free on Sundays, others are free every day, and some have recently opened. We recommend visiting the Museum of Anthropology or the National History Museum (in Chapultepec Castle), which has a secret garden and a viewpoint from which you can admire Paseo de la Reforma from above.
2. Decide the final verdict in an immersive trial
Are you one of those people who are sure that their intuition never fails? The Jury Experience is the best way to put it to the test. An immersive theater where the audience are the judges in a complicated court case based on complex moral dilemmas. Here you will have to listen to the testimonies, analyze the evidence, and answer the ultimate question: innocent or guilty?
📍Tlatelolco University Cultural Center.
📅Selected Saturdays
🎟️Purchase your tickets here.
3. Take a bike ride
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One of the best ways to explore Mexico City is by bike. If you enjoy large events, we recommend going on Sunday bike rides, which take place from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on streets such as Paseo de la Reforma. In fact, the route takes you to iconic sites such as the capital’s Zócalo. As part of the event, there are physical activities, including yoga, rollerblading, and biking classes.
You can also go to Paseo de Todos CDMX, a nighttime event held on the last Thursday of every month. Each edition has a different theme. You can even go in costume. At both events, you can meet lots of people.
4. Enjoy a play
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There are countless plays performed in Mexico City. One you can’t miss is La Dama de Negro(The Lady in Black). It tells the story of Arthur Kipps, who had an experience with ghosts during his youth. The event has haunted him for years, and now he has decided to tell everything that happened. Hurry up and get your tickets to experience this chilling story.
If you’re not a fan of horror, don’t worry, because there are many other plays you can see. Here are some recommendations.
5. Take a tour of the Chapultepec Audiorama
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When planning what to do alone in Mexico City, relaxing activities are a must. The Chapultepec Audiorama is an excellent place to read or simply forget about all your stress while listening to the melodies they play. Don’t forget to check out the Cueva del Cincalco, which is said to be the gateway to the underworld.
📍Paseo de la Reforma Avenue, First Section of Chapultepec Forest
📅Tuesday to Sunday
🕛9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
🎟️Free admission
6. Discover the new National Film Archive of the Arts
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Who said we can’t enjoy a movie alone? A good option is to visit the new National Film Archive of the Arts, where national and international films are screened. In addition to 12 theaters, it has a café and soda fountain.
📍Avenida Río Churubusco 79, Country Club Churubusco
📅Monday to Sunday
🕛From 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on weekdays and from 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on weekends
🎟️$70 per person
7. Try your hand at a painting workshop
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Bring out your artistic side in a painting class. There are different options: you can go to the watercolor workshops in Chapultepec (which are free) or to a Drink & Paint session, where you can enjoy a glass of wine while you paint your masterpiece. If you have no experience, don’t worry, because you’ll have professional help.
8. Go to a live jazz concert
There’s no doubt that the best plans are those that include live music, but what if that music is jazz, blues, or soul? Well, then it becomes a plan worthy of becoming a favorite. There are many places in Mexico City, but we especially recommend The Jazz Room, which pays tribute to the best songs of the genre with professional musicians and a carefully designed atmosphere.
📍Hilton Santa Fe and Foro 1869
📅Several dates available.
🎟️Purchase your tickets here.
9. Enjoy an immersive experience
Currently, you can visit several immersive experiences in Mexico City. From dinners with video mapping to immersive theaters or exhibitions with interactive virtual reality, such as the one currently dedicated to the Titanic.
10. Relax with a massage
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Things to do alone in Mexico City also means pampering yourself. You can go for a massage, a facial, or just to relax. If you’re looking for something different, we recommend visiting Calma Float and Wellness, where they specialize in float therapy. You’ll be floating in a zero-gravity environment while you forget all your worries. You can see more options here.
11. Play video games at Arena the place to play
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When it comes to video games, it’s best to go with friends; however, you can also go alone to challenge yourself. You’ll meet lots of people who like the same games or even try titles you didn’t know about. Don’t hesitate to sign up for one of the tournaments.
You can make your reservation through their official website.
📍Santa Fe (Vasco de Quiroga 3850, Lomas de Santa Fe neighborhood, Cuajimalpa borough)
📅Monday to Sunday
🕛Monday to Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
12. Go to a Candlelight concert
Who says you can’t go to a concert alone? In fact, it’s one of the best things to do on your own. Think about it, you don’t need to coordinate with others, you have total freedom to choose the one that interests you most, and you can disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle.
If you’re already convinced and want to experience an unforgettable evening for yourself, don’t miss the Candlelight concert series. It’s a unique musical experience in itself, but if you attend alone, it will be an even more personal and profound experience. Live music in an intimate and magical setting, lit by thousands of candles, invites reflection and emotional connection… Without distractions!
📍Gothic Chapel of the Hellenic Cultural Institute, El Cantoral, Polyforum Siqueiros, and La Salle San Fernando Theater
📅Several dates available
🎟️From MX$285 per person
13. Return to the stories of your childhood with a ballet performance
Why not take advantage of an afternoon to yourself to reconnect with your inner child… but in the form of ballet? Ballet of Lights is an original ballet show where classic stories such as Sleeping Beauty are danced between pirouettes and pliés by professional dancers. And what makes it even more magical: the costumes are covered in lights, making each step shine with its own light.
📍La Salle San Fernando Theater
📅Selected Saturdays
🎟️MX$320. Buy your tickets here!
Now you know what to do on your own in Mexico City. Make a plan and break out of your routine.
