If you are in the CDMX and don’t know what to do, this list will become your best ally. We have put together a guide with the best restaurants, plans, experiences and places that you must visit at least once. Take note.
1. Highest roller coaster
Did you know that Six Flags Mexico has the highest roller coaster in CDMX? It is Superman, the escape, an installation that is almost 65 meters high. If you visit this amusement park, don’t miss out on one of the most extreme experiences in the city.
📍Six Flags Mexico
🕛Monday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
🎟️$699 a $2,500
2. Jazz nights
La Terraza at the Cineteca Nacional hosts jazz nights. Outdoors you can enjoy live music while enjoying a glass of wine or a snack. Ideal to go with your group of friends or with your partner.
📅Friday and Saturday
🕛Starting at 7:00pm
🎟️Sin cover, spending on consumption
📍Av. México Coyoacán 389, Xoco, Benito Juárez
3. Photography exhibitions
For exhibitions we don’t stop. If you are looking to contemplate photographic pieces, here are some exhibitions worth visiting. Do you want to take the plunge?
4. Palaces of CDMX
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Did you know that Mexico City is popularly known as “The city of palaces”? These historic buildings have stood out for their cultural richness and CDMX has held this title since 1834, when the English traveler Charles Latrobe baptized it as such. Some are more popular than others, but without a doubt, all are majestic and impressive.
📍Check out the complete list of cultural venues in CDMX here!
🕛 Different schedules.
🎟️ Different access costs.
5. The Jury Experience
Become a judge for a day in this immersive trial where the audience (that’s right, you!) decides the fate of the accused. During the theater you will have to analyze the evidence and listen to the testimonies of the case: from love triangles that end in a millionaire murder to AI errors in which no one seems guilty. All based on moral dilemmas that will leave you thinking about the case long after the final verdict has been decided.
📍Centro Cultural Universitario Tlatelololco.
📅Various dates available.
🎟️Adquiere your tickets here.
6. Bookstore in Coyoacán
U-Tópicas is a bookstore in Coyoacán that hides a cozy cafeteria. The content promoted here is from a feminist perspective in different literary genres. This space also hosts cultural and gastronomic events that you can learn about through Instagram. So while you discover an issue of politics or poetry, you can enjoy a good coffee.
📍Felipe Carrillo Puerto 60, Coyoacán.
🕛Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 20:00.
7. Immersive museums
Looking for things to do in CDMX to surprise you? Surely the answer is in one of the immersive museums that the capital has. The Perfume Museum, Imagine Museum and the Yancuic Museum are just some of them. You can check the complete list here.
8. A candlelight concert
There are things you have to experience at least once in your life, and Candlelight is one of them. They are live concerts that take place in different emblematic places of the city… by candlelight. And in the case of the CDMX, some of those places are El Cantoral or the Chapultepec Castle (among many others). Evenings in which professional musicians perform tributes to artists and genres of all kinds in their most classic format.
📅 Several dates available.
📍Different locations in the CDMX.
🎟️ Buy your tickets here.
9. Palace of Fine Arts
There is no doubt that the Palace of Fine Arts is one of the must-see sites for any tourist and an icon for any Mexican. This cultural precinct of art deco design enchants everyone who strolls through the Historic Center of Mexico City.
Now pay close attention, we’ll tell you a secret that almost nobody knows! Bellas Artes has free entrance guided tours.
It lasts about 90 minutes and you can visit the main auditorium, the glass curtain with the image of the volcanoes, the stage, the dressing rooms, the make-up and costume area, the Apollo stained glass window with the Muses of the arts, the official boxes and the terraces of the Palace of Fine Arts.
Tuesday to Friday.
📍Av. Juárez S/N, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛 At 1:00 pm and 1:30 pm.
🎟️ Free admission with prior registration.
10. A blind dinner
There are many places worth going to for dinner in CDMX, but with Dining in the Dark every bite becomes a unique experience. And not only because of the delicious tasting menu that you can choose from three options (meat, seafood or vegan) but also because you will have to dine blindfolded, letting the rest of your senses guide you. A fun plan from which you will also leave with a happy stomach.
📅 Various dates available.
📍Sheraton María Isabel Hotel.
🎟️ Buy your tickets here.
11. Plays in CDMX
Stop wondering what to do in CDMX, the answer is on stage! Our city has a wide range of theater plays where you will have fun, cry and reflect on different topics. Every month CDMX Secreta updates the list of shows so you can find out which ones you can’t miss.
12. Free museums in CDMX
Being on a tight budget or just wanting to save money doesn’t mean you can’t have fun and get to know the city. We have a list of free museums in CDMX that you must visit.
You’ll see railroads, go through the history of charrería, enjoy works of art and encounter Star Wars figures. jalas?
📅 Different schedules.
📍Check the full list here!
🕛 Different schedules.
🎟️ Free admission.
13. Turibus Art and Culture
This tour is unique in its kind and will take its visitors to know the emblematic sites of the Historic Center of the CDMX, all within a cultural, artistic and historical context.
On the Turibus Arte y Cultura you will be able to admire the most outstanding artistic expressions of the City of Palaces and all accompanied by a certified guide who will tell you more about each stop on the tour.
📅 Thursday to Saturday.
📍Reforma 222 at Paseo de la Reforma 222, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛11:00.
🎟️$569 per person.
14. Dinner with compatible strangers
Feel like connecting with new people to make plans with in the city but don’t know how to meet them?The First Round is the perfect experience. A dinner where all of you around the table are like-minded, thanks to the compatibility test that is done when you book the experience. Games, conversation topics… a way to meet compatible strangers in CDMX in a comfortable and relaxed way.
📅 Selected Thursdays.
📍Secret location until 24 hours before dinner (within a 3 km radius of Roma Norte).
🕛20:00.
🎟️ MX$200. Buy your tickets here!
15. Chapultepec Forest Museums.
According to the Sistema de Información Cultural de Secretaría de Cultura, in total there are 1,432 museums in Mexico, being the CDMX the place where most of them are concentrated with 168 museums. However, did you know that there are 8 museums in the Chapultepec Forest?
📅 Open different days of the week.
📍Different parts of the Bosque de Chapultepec.
🕛 Different opening hours.
🎟️ Different costs, but all free on Sundays.
16. Mexican restaurants
Prepare your belly because you will taste the most spectacular dishes of Mexican gastronomy. We put together a list of the most acclaimed Mexican restaurants in Mexico City. You’ll taste the traditional and most representative recipes from states like Oaxaca, Yucatan and Puebla. Enjoy!
📍Check the complete list here.
17. Wine bars
To meet up with your favorite people, for a first date or after a hard day, this list of wine bars will become your best ally. You will taste national and international labels, tapas and charcuterie, while enjoying pleasant spaces and good atmosphere.
18. Museum Night
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As every last Wednesday of the month, the program offers a varied offer in four modalities from face-to-face, virtual and mixed activities in addition to a hybrid modality, in which in some cases the face-to-face activities have simultaneous transmission on social networks.
It is important for you to know that the monthly program includes free and paid activities; it depends on the museum and the plan you want to attend. Please note that, in some cases, you must register in advance and there are limited spaces.
Last Wednesday of each month.
📍Different cultural venues in CDMX.
🕛 Different schedules.
🎟️ Most are free admission, but some are subject to prior registration and a recovery fee.
19. Temple of Ehecatl
The subway temple dating from the early 14th century, dedicated to the Mexica god of the wind, is located under a shopping center and next to a housing unit. It was discovered in 2014 after the demolition of a supermarket that was located in the iconic Tlatelolco, neighboring city of Tenochtitlan.
All this is part of the new museum space linked to the Templo Mayor and already opened its doors to the public so it can be visited. To enter it will be necessary for visitors to pay the entrance ticket to the Templo Mayor Museum.
The space has been conditioned, although it is not yet completely finished and work is still being done on it during the week, so the Temple of Ehecatl can only be visited by appointment.
The cost to visit the archaeological site is $75 and the visit is totally free. To make an appointment you can contact us from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 16:00 hours, at: 5583 0295 ext. 41 11 12 or via email: za.tlatelolco@inah.gob.mx
Monday to Friday by appointment.
📍Templo de Ehécatl: Guerrero, Cuauhtémoc, next to the Centro Cultural de España.
🕛8:00 a 13:00.
🎟️$75 per person to the archaeological site.
20. Exhibitions in CDMX
One of the things you can do in CDMX, and you’re sure to enjoy it, is to take a tour of the exhibits in the museums of our city. We update the content every month of the year so that you can learn about new artistic proposals, openings and temporary exhibitions. Check this month’s list here.
21. A dinner with video-mapping technology
It’s a dinner… but not just any dinner. Sensory Feast is a gastronomic experience in which the finest cuisine meets the most advanced technology. The result? A delicious tasting menu that you can enjoy while watching your table turn into a movie screen thanks to video-mapping technology, which will make every bite another element of the story.
📅 Selected Saturdays
📍Hilton Santa Fe.
🕛 18:30 y 21:00
🎟️ Your tickets here
22. House of a Thousand Dolls
If you still don’t know what to do in CDMX, but you want to discover a new place, our recommendation is the Casa de las Mil Muñecas (House of a Thousand Dolls). It is a new museum where you will find collections of all kinds, related to this toy. Yes, from Barbies, to miniatures and fairy room.
📅 Various dates.
📍Av. Chapultepec 420, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛 Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 17:00.
🎟️$150 general admission and $120 children’s admission.
23. Restaurants in Coyoacán!
This legendary neighborhood of Mexico City is not only known for its temples, museums, gardens and monuments, but also for its delicious gastronomic offer. If you are in Coyoacán, don’t miss the opportunity to eat at one of these restaurants. You will taste: pizzas, pastas, Mexican food and more.
📍Check the complete list here.
24. Buffets in CDMX
If you have a good tooth and are in the mood for a big meal, then be sure to visit these buffets in CDMX. Cuts of meat, sushi, Mexican snacks and unlimited pizza are some of the delicacies that will fill your belly, so make the most of it!
📍Check out the full list of buffets here.
25. Breakfasts
Start the morning with delicious and ultra-rich food and drinks. We put together a list of the best places to have breakfast in CDMX that will become your trusted ally. Chilaquiles, eggs, bread, coffee and sandwiches are some of the dishes that won’t let you down.
📍Check out the complete breakfast guide here.
26. Coffee shops in Coyoacán
Coyoacán is best visited when you have a good coffee. That’s why we put together a list of the best coffee shops in this neighborhood; you can enjoy drinks, sweet bread, desserts and even find a good space to work or catch up with your companion.
27. Jazz clubs
If what you like to do is enjoy good music, then be sure to visit these jazz clubs. Here you will listen live to the proposals of renowned artists, new bands and emerging musicians. The best thing is that you can accompany your visit with a cocktail or dish that will complement your visit.
We especially recommend the live concerts at The Jazz Room, where you can listen to the best jazz, blues or soul songs in an atmosphere designed to take you directly to the New Orleans of the 1920s.
28. New places in Chapultepec
When we think about what to do in CDMX Chapultepec usually sneaks in among the options. That is why we recommend you to visit the new spaces it has. At the beginning of 2023 opened the Environmental Culture Center, a place where you will see exhibitions and themed gardens.
Don’t forget to take a walk on the Floating Causeway and visit the Ajolote Museum, a place where you will not only see these animals but also learn about the measures that have been implemented for their protection and conservation.
Tuesday to Sunday.
📍Chapultepec Forest.
🕛 Centro de Cultura Ambiental: 10:00 to 17:00 and Museo del Ajolote: 10:00 to 15:30.
🎟️Entrada free.
29. Brunch at Alma Café
This coffee shop organizes experiences that will save you when you don’t know what to do in CDMX. Alma Café not only offers great flavor in every cup, but also organizes activities such as wine tasting, pairing dinners and even brunch.
It also organizes experiences around coffee. You will learn more about extraction methods, as well as flavor profiles, beans and more. Experts will share basic information for novices.
📅 Dates available.
📍Heriberto Frías 205, Narvarte Poniente, Benito Juárez.
🕛 Various times available.
🎟️ Access details here.
30. Best restaurants in CDMX
We put together a list of restaurants in CDMX where you must eat at least once in your life. They have gastronomic proposals, ingredients and techniques that will conquer even the most demanding and critical palates. In addition, you can choose between international cuisine, seafood and Mexican food.
📍Complete list of the best restaurants here.
31. La Villa Wax Museum
A few steps away from the Basilica of Guadalupe is this peculiar museum founded in 1949. It is one of the oldest museums in Mexico City; in it you will find 20 wax figures representing characters such as Cantinflas, El Chavo del 8 and the Hunchback of Notre Dame.
All the pieces were handmade using materials such as fiberglass, wax, ocular prosthesis and even natural hair. It was founded by Dilea Castillo Garcia and her husband Jose Neira and to this day it is still going strong thanks to their great-grandson. It’s quite the family tradition!
📅 Monday to Sunday.
📍Calzada de los Misterios 880.
🕛 10:00 a 18:00.
🎟️$20 general admission; seniors and children $15.
32. Natural viewpoints
Who said there are no natural places in CDMX? In places like Cerro de la Estrella, Los Dinamos, Parque Ejidal San Nicolás Totolapan and Parque Ecoturístico San Bernabé Ocotepec you will find unmissable natural viewpoints. You can also enjoy activities such as hiking, so stay in touch with nature!
📍Several places. Check them all out here.
33. Paella class
If you like original activities and, by the way, you want to learn a new recipe, the answer is at Aleli. This is a terrace located in the Roma neighborhood where chef Oswaldo Oliva will teach you how to cook a delicious paella. This plan is ideal to go with your partner or with your amix. Also, it’s a perfect place to have a drink and even brunch.
📅 Available dates.
📍Sinaloa 141, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc.
🕛 Various times available.
🎟️ Look for your tickets here.
34. Hot springs in Peñón de los Baños
In Mexico City you will find places full of history, for example these ancient hot springs. They are located in Peñón de los Baños and have been in existence for so many years that they were visited by characters such as Moctezuma, Porfirio Díaz and Carlota.
Discover all its history and relax in the waters, which have 125 minerals. Massage services are also available. Say goodbye to stress.
Monday to Sunday.
📍Boulevard Puerto Aéreo 465, Peñón de los Baños, Venustiano Carranza.
🕛 7:00 a 19:30.
🎟️$265 per person. Massage has extra cost.
35. Museo de la Calaverita
This museum is unique in that it is only open during the Day of the Dead. But don’t be scared, it doesn’t come from the underworld, but it is a temporary activity to celebrate this season. It is installed in a house located a few steps from the Mixquic Pantheon.
The people in charge of bringing this place to life are Marco Antonio Galicia and his son, who every year offer a unique show full of music. They characterize 30 reed skulls as some character that has been relevant during the year and make them dance with threads.
📅 To be defined.
📍November 20, Tláhuac.
🕛 To be defined.
🎟️$20 per person.
36. Tezozómoc Park
This park has a very peculiar artificial lake, as it is a replica of Lake Texcoco. Just as you read it! The idea is to make reference to what the Valley of Mexico was like a long time ago. Besides seeing this body of water you can visit the butterfly garden, skate and enjoy outdoor activities.
Tuesday to Sunday.
📍Manuel Salazar s/n, Hacienda del Rosario, Prados del Rosario, Azcapotzalco.
🕛6:00 a 18:00.
🎟️Entrada free.
37. Cerro de la Estrella
One of the most emblematic places in Iztapalapa. It is a good option to go for a walk or to see the CDMX from the heights; however, it also has a museum and even a small archeological zone with a pyramid. Of course there is no shortage of activities such as hiking and mountain biking.
📅 Every day.
📍Carrera Escénica to Cerro de la Estrella, Iztapalapa.
🕛5:00 a 19:00.
🎟️Entrada free.
38. Memorabilia Café
Among the plans of what to do in CDMX there is also room for nostalgia. It is a secret museum in CDMX that will take you straight back to the 70s, 80s and 90s. The exhibition is made up of more than 20,000 objects, including candy, toys, kitchen utensils, cell phones, computers of yesteryear and much more.
The whole house is according to the theme, even the bathroom and kitchen have items that were very famous several decades ago. Do you dare to visit this museum?
Visits by appointment.
📍Santa Fe, Cuajimalpa.
🕛 You can schedule your appointment through social networks.
🎟️Entrada free.
39. Axolotitlán
Don’t deny it: we are all fans of the “Ajolopesos”. The most recent image of the $50 bill caused a furor and many people have decided to keep them because of the ajolote image in front of it.
The best part is that the ajolote that posed for the bill lives in CDMX and you can visit her. Her name is Gorda and she lives in Axolotitlán, a museum dedicated to salamanders. In addition to meeting her, you will discover the care of these little animals and the ecosystem in which they live.
Tuesday to Sunday.
📍Ectágono at avenida Prolongación 5 de mayo 521, inside the second section of Parque Las Águilas, Álvaro Obregón.
🕛 9:00 a 16:00.
🎟️$50 per person.
40. The Film Tours
On these tours you will get to know the places in CDMX where movies were filmed. You will discover the streets where films such as Spectre and Bardo were shot, for example. The tour lasts approximately three hours and you will visit 30 locations in the Historic Center. The best part is that you will be accompanied by film professionals.
📅 Various dates.
📍Historic Center of CDMX.
🕛 On their social networks they announce when the next tour will be.
🎟️$449 per person.
41. Aquariums in CDMX
Although the CDMX is very far from the sea, you should know that there are aquariums that will take you to the bottom of the ocean and let you meet the most impressive animals. Here is a list of must-see aquariums.
42. The best speakeasy
If we are talking about secret places, you should know that the CDMX has many speakeasies that are perfect for those who love surprises and original experiences. You will enter these places through secret doors and discover bars, restaurants and wonderful worlds. Check the list of speakeasy in CDMX here.
43. Similandia
This is a very original, and somewhat bizarre, place where you will have fun in the company of Dr. Simi. It is an entertainment center with immersive activities, games, stuffed animals and even educational attractions. The best part is that access is free.
📍Centro Comercial Gran Sur at Periférico Sur 5550, Pedregal de Carrasco, Coyoacán.
🕛 Monday to Sunday from 8:00 to 22:00.
44. Vintage coffee shop
This coffee shop became one of the favorite places in CDMX Secreta. You will have your coffee in the living room of an older adult; the decoration will make you travel to another generation. You can also enjoy your stay in a beautiful garden. The best thing is that you can bring your furry friend because it is pet friendly.
📍Correggio 66, Ciudad de los Deportes, Benito Juárez.
🕛 Monday to Saturday from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm.
This material was made by Elva Pérez, Karla Almaráz and Yulissa Arcos.