Mexico City is the oldest capital city in the Americas. It is one of two founded by Indigenous people. The city is changing rapidly due to the influx of foreigners. Mexico City’s history, culture, and modernity blend seamlessly. Explore the National Museum of Anthropology to unveil the rich tapestry of Mexico’s history. There are a lot of things for art fans. Frida Kahlo lines the streets of the Roma and Condesa neighborhoods. For more adventure, you may go out of town to climb the Teotihuacan Pyramids or take a cruise along the Xochimilco Canals. 

Here are the Best Attractions in Mexico City

1. Museo Soumaya

 

Museo Soumaya is a private museum and cultural institution renowned in Mexico City. It features two museum buildings, Plaza Loreto and Plaza Carso. The museum is called one of the most complete collections of its kind. Museo Soumaya was named after the late wife of millionaire Carlos Slim, the owner. This museum is internationally recognized for its architecture. The Plaza Loreto was designed by famed architect Fernando Romero and the Plaza Carso by renowned architect Frank Gehry, an indisputably impactful art collection. Museo Soumaya’s massive private art collection has over 66,000 pieces of art, including the world’s largest collection of pre-Hispanic and Colonial currency and coins, focusing on Mesoamerica to the modern day.

 2. Zocalo

 

Zocalo is the common name of the main square in central Mexico City. Currently, the main square has a formal name Plaza de la Constitucion. It was previously used as the primary ceremonial center for the Aztecs during their reign of Tenochtitlan. Lined by the Metropolitan Cathedral to the north, and the National Palace to the east. Zocalo is noted for its large Mexican flag. The main square is the heart of the historic district. This place hosts many cultural events, festivals, and celebrations of the beauty of Mexico. Zocalo has an annual Festival de Mexico event that honors Latin cuisine and culture with Mexican margaritas, tequila tastings, beers, music, and dancing.

3. Museo de Antropologia

 

Museo de Antropologia is the National Museum of Anthropology. It is the largest and most visited museum in Mexico. Established in 1964. The museum contains significant archaeological and anthropological artifacts. It is from Mexico’s pre-Columbian heritage, such as the Stone of the Sun and the Aztec Xochipilli statue. Museo de Antropologia is managed by the Instituto Nacional de Antropologia e Historia or INAH. People can learn or know about the history of Mexico through its exceptional collection of artifacts of Mesoamerica. One of the most popular exhibitions at the museum is the Aztec Sunstone, the Piedra del Sol.

4. Catedral Metropolitana

 

Catedral Metropolitana also known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven. It is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Mexico. The church was built in sections from 1573 to 1813. Catedral Metropolitana has great importance and is renowned for its significance historically, architecturally, and as a spiritual center. It is the largest and oldest church in the New World. There are many attractive features of the cathedral. From its stunning bell towers featuring Xalapan designs to the religious artworks decorating the cathedral, the Catedral Metropolitana is one of the most significant tourist attractions in Mexico.

5. Palacio de Bellas Artes

 

Palacio de Bellas Artes is a prominent cultural center in Mexico City. It hosts performing arts events, opera, theater, dance, literature events, and plastic arts galleries and exhibitions. Throughout the white-marbled Palacio de Bellas Artes are stunning murals established by renowned Mexican artists, an arts center, and a concert hall. Within the Bellas Artes theater is a wonderful stained glass curtain depicting the Valle de Mexico.

6. Chapultepec Castle

 

Chapultepec Castle is located on top of Chapultepec Hill in Mexico City’s Chapultepec Park. It is the only royal palace in North America inhabited by monarchs and one of the most visited tourist attractions in Mexico City. The castle was abandoned during the tidings of the War of Independence up to it would soon memorialize six young men. These young men defended the Chapultepec Castle in the Mexican-American War. However, visitors are welcome to tour Chapultepec Castle to learn more about its history and explore amazing architecture and design.