With hundreds of museums, sophisticated restaurants and a vibrant nightlife, Mexico’s capital city is considered the cultural epicenter of the country. The oldest city in North America and founded by the Aztecs as Tenochtitlán in 1325, Mexico City is the highest city on the North American continent at an elevation of 7,347 feet—so drink plenty of water while sightseeing! With approximately 22 million inhabitants, it is the most populous city in the world. It has also been gaining speed as a gastronomic paradise, so if you’re coming here to visit, be sure to bring an empty stomach.
Mexico City - El Museo del Niño
Housing an IMAX theater and more than 200 interactive exhibits, it makes for a great trip with the niños! - Museo Estudio Diego Rivera
Designed and built by Juan O'Gorman in 1928, Rivera used this studio to draw sketches and paint smaller works. Now a museum, the Rivera studio holds some of the artist's personal effects and mementos. - Ballet Folklórico de México
One of the most popular shows in Mexico—a must-see for culture-lovers.
Mexico City - Jaso
A new, trendy restaurant in the hip Polanco district serving Continental America cuisine. - Bistrot Mosaico
Located in the Condesa area, this restaurant is a local favorite serving French cuisine. - La Valentina
This restaurant serves traditional native cuisine in the Polanco district.
Mexico City - Marquis Reforma
Offering a popular "Spa and Shop" package, this five-star hotel is located in the heart of the city’s business district.
www.marquisreforma.com - W Hotel
As expected from the W chain, this hotel is chic with a lobby bar that comes alive in the evening hours.
www.starwoodhotels.com - Hotel Habita
A chic boutique hotel located in the heart of Polanco and a member of Design Hotels (www.designhotels.com).
www.hotelhabita.com
