Our list of must-visit tourist spots in Mexico City.
Often described as a country of many contradictions, Mexico is quite a perplexing nation to those who are knowing it for the first time, even to the natives who know it well enough.
But if there is one thing worth checking out in this country in the Americas, it is of its many well-established places that hold significant meaning. In Mexico City—there are plenty of sites that are truly a flock among curious tourists.
Top Tourist Spots in Mexico City
Palacio de Bellas Artes
There are plenty of museums within Mexico City that exhibit the beauty of human creativity. But none is as grand as the Palacio de Bellas Artes which appears to be the bastion of fine art. It is the host to many art-related exhibitions in the city. While the building itself is something that is worthy of renown as an architecture feat, what truly makes this valuable is its curation of world-class art.
Catedral Metropolitana
Once an area where a former civilization’s architecture previously stood, the Catedral Metropolitan is an archetype of Christianity’s reign in Mexico City. The development of this church is in itself amazing, what makes it stand out more is its outward appearance. It’s a gothic building inspired after the cathedrals in Spain.
Monumento a la Revolucion
Monumental a la Revolucion is a landmark established to symbolized the freedom of the Mexicans from foreign rule. Although the towering structure may not turn out to be as originally planned, the Monumento a la Revolucion’s final and unique rendition makes it a marvel to those who had the chance to gaze on it.
Basilica de Guadalupe
The existence of the Basilica de Guadalupe or Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe is an interesting topic for any conversation. The Basilica de Guadalupe was the site of the “Virgin Mary’s” apparition to the now-saint, Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin. Consequently, it holds Juan Diego’s cloak which bears the effigy of “Our Lady of Guadalupe.”
Bosque de Chapultepec
Many often compare Mexico City’s Bosque de Chapultepec with that of New York’s Central Park. But for a venue that doubles the Central Park’s total land area, the Bosque de Chapultepec is without a doubt the superior venue. It offers many selections of entertainment such as the zoo, a number of museums, a recreational lake, and a lot more.
Piramides de Teotihuacan
The topic of pyramids had always fascinated many people, particularly researchers who seek to uncover the mystery behind their construction. While Egypt may hold the most popularity when it comes to the triangular structure, there are other places as well where the pyramids are noticeable. One of them is in the ancient city of Teotihuacan. You can book here in advance.
Museo Nacional de Antropologia
No visit to Mexico City is ever complete as a tourist without dropping by to its most visited museum, the Museo Nacional de Antropologia. Housing a number of artifacts that provide an insight into the kind of life which the ancient people of Mexico had lived. It is no wonder this place is sought after by many.
