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You could spend days exploring the Centro Historico, Mexico City's historic centre. The area covers several blocks around the Zocalo and there's just so much here to see and do. Once you've had your fill of the colour and crowds around the Zocalo itself, you really should venture out into the streets and plazas beyond the central square though whether you would want to make your way in and out of every museum in the district is debatable -even the most ardent museophile could find their enthusiasm waning by the time they'd done the rounds!
There are definitely some beautiful and elegant places that are worth seeking out - other parts are decidedly scruffy and down at heel, watch your wallets and purses. You'll find gracious colonial buildings, wonderful carved doors, some fantastic door knockers and other architectural details, baroque churches and modern skyscrapers, exclusive shops and makeshift stalls, smart restaurants and cheap cafes - together it all makes for a great snapshot of the city - and no visit is complete without a stroll through the Alameda.
Take a look at the Casa de Azuljeros, inside and out. The blue and white tiles that cover the outer walls are very fine - once a grand private house, it now houses a restaurant and bar and an assortment of shops.
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 El Angel by TheWanderingCamel
This may be the most expensive part of town, with lots of good, and pricy, restaurants, but there are plenty of cheaper options too, especially at lunch-time as the office workers in the area are well catered for, and there are plenty of reasonable cafes on the many pedestrianised streets and plazas where you can enjoy an evening drink or two while you decide what to do with th rest of the night..
Parts of the Zona Rosa have a slightly seedy air these days - or rather nights - as it has become something of the gay quarter of the city, but this is still the city's main spot for those looking for a good time, especially at weekends. Just keep a good eye on your wallet or purse, though here it's not only pickpockets that are after the contents - a long night out can put a serious hole in your holiday budget!
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Coyoacan is a nice area of the city, it's a very live place. If you are looking for something traditional of Mexico joined with something live and modern - this is the place.
Coyoacan is a place where you can walk and see the traditional construcctions in old times, also you can visit the "Frida Kalo Museum" or "Leon Troski Museum - house"
Also you can walk around and you will find many places where you can hava a drink, lunch or waht you want.
Many people is selling stuffs - curiosities most of them are handcrafts. Leave a Comment
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 Torre Mayor by jumanuel
At the top floor you wil find this excelent view of the city, October is the best month to visit it, as it's windy you will enjoy the view.
At the front desk you will be able to know what's the distance around the city you will visualize. Leave a Comment
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 by Quero
The cost of $100 pesos [$10 USD) plus a $15 pesos supplement on weekends includes a headset that you plug into the audio system in the back of the seat ahead of you. You can choose from among eight languages to listen to the recorded commentary.
Travel time around the 24-stop circuit is about two-and-a-half or three hours. It seemed a bit quicker for me since it was Sunday and traffic was light. Great value for money. Leave a Comment Directions: Ask at your hotel for directions to the nearest stop. I got on at the National Auditorium.Website: www.turibus.com.mx
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 by Quero
This is a lovely area with trees, fountains, and people strolling the pathways. It is also full of history--this open area was the site of the former Aztec market, and later it was used as an execution grounds for heretics who were burned at the stake during the Spanish Inquistion. If you are in town over a weekend, the area will be filled with market and food stalls, and sometimes a mariachi band. Leave a Comment Address: Centro. Near Reforma between Hidalgo and Juarez
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 Polanco house by Quero
The real problem is which one to chose for a wander-through. You can save travel time by strolling through one near the museum you plan to visit. Here are a few options:
Zona Rosa with its streets named after European cities on one side of Avenida de la Reforma and after rivers on the other side...
San Angel with its cobbled streets and colonial atmosphere. If you're in town on a Saturday, check out the handicraft and antiques market...
Polanco with the rococo ornamentation of the facades of its houses, the sophistocated commerce...
Cayoacan, like a town within the city, boasts trendy bookstores, eateries, coffeehouses, and museums...
Tabacalera with its monuments to Columbus, the Revolution, Cuauhtémoc... Leave a Comment
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 by Quero
Besides being the best alternative for getting around the city, another great reason to use the Metro is that the stations are so attractive. There are murals painted on the walls of some stations, and one (Pino Suarez) features an authentic Aztec temple that was accidently discovered during construction of the tunnel. I think it's a "must see" to use the Metro just to visit the stations!
Look for more details about riding the Metro in the relevant Transportation Tip. Leave a Comment Directions: Look for signs at street level like the one in the photo. They tell you what line it is, what the station name is, and what direction to walk to find the entrance.Website: http://www.metro.df.gob.mx/red/index.html
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from the top of the bus by Maria_75
You get a pair of earplugs and can choose to have the guidance in english or spanish. You also get a brochure with a map and different kind of coupons that you can use around the city.
The bus is a very good way of seeing the city, getting to know where things are and to learn more about the places. Many parts of the city are not so safe, and the bus is a great way of getting around town. Leave a Comment
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 Coyoacan! by bloorangeLeave a Comment
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