Mexico City Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Mexico City tours, the towering pyramids of Teotihuacán (with sunrise balloon flights), the colourful trajinera boats of Xochimilco, the historic centre and Zócalo, the Frida Kahlo Museum in Coyoacán, thrilling lucha libre wrestling, and street-food tours through the world’s taco capital. Compare top-rated activities and plan your perfect CDMX itinerary.
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Explore Mexico City by interest
Whatever brings you to Mexico City — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Teotihuacán
Pyramids and balloons.
ExploreXochimilco
Trajinera boat parties.
ExploreHistoric center
The Zócalo and murals.
ExploreFrida Kahlo
The Casa Azul.
ExploreLucha libre
Masked wrestling nights.
ExploreFood tours
Tacos and mezcal.
ExploreBalloon flights
Sunrise over the pyramids.
ExploreDay trips
Tolantongo, Taxco and more.
ExploreTop attractions in Mexico City
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Teotihuacán
Pyramids of Sun and Moon.
Xochimilco
Colourful trajinera boats.
Frida Kahlo Museum
The Casa Azul in Coyoacán.
Zócalo & Center
The historic heart.
Lucha Libre
Masked wrestling nights.
Balloon Flights
Sunrise over the pyramids.
Street Food
Tacos and markets.
Basilica of Guadalupe
Mexico’s holiest shrine.
Mexico City in 2 days
- 1Day 1: Teotihuacán & center
- 2Day 2: Xochimilco & Frida
- 3Coyoacán
- 4Lucha libre night
Mexico City in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Teotihuacán & center
- 2Day 2: Xochimilco & Frida
- 3Day 3: Day trip or museums
- 4History, culture & flavours
Mexico City with kids
- 1Teotihuacán pyramids
- 2Xochimilco boats
- 3Chapultepec
- 4Lucha libre
Teotihuacan & hot air balloons
- 1Sunrise hot air balloon over the pyramids
- 2Climb the Pyramid of the Sun & Moon
- 3Walk the Avenue of the Dead
- 4Basilica of Guadalupe on the way back
Food, street tacos & mezcal
- 1Street taco crawl through the centro
- 2Explore San Juan & La Merced markets
- 3Hands-on Mexican cooking class
- 4Evening mezcal & tequila tasting
1 hr awayTeotihuacán
Pyramids of Sun and Moon.
45 min awayXochimilco
Colourful trajinera boats.
In the city awayCoyoacán & Frida
The Casa Azul.
30 min awayBasilica of Guadalupe
Mexico’s holiest shrine.
4 hrs awayTolantongo
Thermal river and caves.
In the city awayHistoric Center
The Zócalo and murals.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Mexico City visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
The dry season (November–April) brings mild, sunny days ideal for sightseeing and day trips — the prime time to visit Mexico City.
Dry season (Nov–Apr)
Mild, sunny and pleasant, perfect for the pyramids, the centre and balloons; March–April is warmest.
Wet season (May–Oct)
Warm mornings with short, heavy afternoon showers; still plenty to do, greener and a little quieter.
Day of the Dead
Late October to early November brings the spectacular Día de los Muertos celebrations and a famous parade — magical but very busy.
Jacarandas in spring
In March–April the city’s jacaranda trees bloom purple, a beautiful time to wander the neighbourhoods.
Altitude
At about 2,240 m, take it easy on arrival, stay hydrated, and ease into active tours.
One day
Enough for Teotihuacán and the historic centre.
Two days
Add Xochimilco and the Frida Kahlo Museum.
Three days
The sweet spot: pyramids, Xochimilco, and a day trip or museums.
Four to five days
Add Tolantongo, Puebla, Taxco and the great museums.
A week or more
Use CDMX as a base to explore central Mexico.
Travelling with kids
Mix pyramids, boats and parks at a gentle pace.
The metro
The cheap, extensive metro is the fastest way across Mexico City, though it’s busy at peak times.
Ride apps
Uber and Didi are affordable, safe and convenient, and the easiest way to get around for most visitors.
Tour transfers
Most Teotihuacán, Xochimilco and day tours include hotel pickup.
On foot
Neighbourhoods like the historic centre, Roma, Condesa and Coyoacán are walkable and pleasant.
Metrobús & Turibús
The Metrobús lines and the hop-on hop-off Turibús link the main sights.
From the airport
Mexico City Airport (MEX) is close to the centre; use official taxis or ride apps (about 30–60 minutes with traffic).
Book Frida & balloons early
Frida Kahlo Museum tickets and Teotihuacán balloon flights sell out — book well ahead.
Mexican peso
Mexico uses the peso; cards are widely accepted, but carry cash for markets, street food and small vendors.
Stay aware
Mexico City is welcoming but take normal city precautions — use ride apps, especially at night, and keep valuables out of sight.
Eat the street food
The city’s tacos and markets are superb; a food tour points you to the safest, tastiest spots.
Mind the altitude
Take it easy the first day, drink water, and ease into pyramid climbs and active tours.
Explore the neighbourhoods
Wander Roma, Condesa and Coyoacán for cafés, parks and markets beyond the big sights.
Frida Kahlo Museum
Timed Casa Azul tickets sell out — book well ahead.
Teotihuacán balloons
Sunrise balloon flights are popular — reserve early.
Lucha libre
Guided lucha libre nights fill up — pre-book.
Xochimilco tours
Combined Xochimilco and Frida tours are busy — book ahead.
Food tours
Small-group food tours sell out — reserve early.
Day of the Dead
Late October to early November is very busy — plan and book early.
Teotihuacán tours
Around €35–70 for a guided pyramids day trip with lunch.
Balloon flights
About €130–180 for a sunrise balloon flight over Teotihuacán.
Xochimilco tours
Roughly €30–60 for a trajinera and Frida combo tour.
Frida Kahlo Museum
Around €15–35 for a skip-the-line ticket or guided visit.
Lucha libre
About €25–50 for a guided lucha libre night with tacos.
How to save
Mexico City is excellent value; use the metro and ride apps, eat at markets, and join group tours.
Mexico City through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Sightseeing and day trips.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Mild and sunny; book ahead.
- Best for
- Jacarandas and balloons.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Warmest; purple blossoms.
- Best for
- Green scenery and value.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Afternoon showers; quieter.
- Best for
- Day of the Dead.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Festive late Oct; book early.