About
The historic heart of mexico city, perfect for first-timers and day of the dead celebrations.
Why go
- The beating heart of the city — historic, grand, and beautiful
- Iconic, although a bit overstimulating due to the amount of people and noise
- A lively and chaotic public square, especially on weekends
Must try
- Experience the energy of Constitution Plaza (Zócalo)
- Visit the Zócalo during Día de Muertos
- See the altars during Día de Muertos
- Experience a spiritual cleansing
- See Aztec ruins
Pro tips
- Rent Ecobici from the app for 3 days or weekly
- Visit between 11:00 am and 3:00–4:00 pm to avoid traffic
- Explore Reforma and Zocalo on Sunday by bike
- Start your historic center walk here
- Take a walking tour starting in Zocalo
Good to know
- A bit overstimulating due to the amount of people and noise
- Most museums are closed Mondays
- Did not see any public restrooms or free water
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (321779 reviews)