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San Angel, Mexico City

4.7
#5 of 14 in Neighborhoods in Mexico City
Neighborhood · Hidden Gem · Other
Soak up the local culture and the welcoming atmosphere of San Angel, an old colonial neighborhood in the capital. Formerly a village, the district has been incorporated into the city, yet managed to retain its simple, dusty elegance and pokey cobblestone streets. Browse the stores and market stalls selling trinkets, fresh fruit and vegetables, and locally made clothes. A walk along the streets reveals several architectural highlights, including colonial-era churches with Baroque interiors and neoclassical mansions. Arrange to visit San Angel and other attractions in Mexico City using our Mexico City road trip tool.
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Tours to San Angel

FROM $73 BOOK WITH VIATOR San Angel Mexican Food Tour
4.0
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $205 BOOK WITH VIATOR Museum of mummies in San Angel and monastery in Desierto de los Leones forest Private tour
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $64 BOOK WITH VIATOR Bazaar Saturday - Convent of Carmen - San Angel
Duration: 6 hours
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  • By petermN2572IL
    I visited San Angel after a trip to the Frida museum---which by the way is wonderful! The town that the Frida museum is filled with a lot touristy kinda stuff----hold off until you get to San Angel.....  more »
  • By RalphZ39
    This is a wonderful colonial neighborhood that retains all of its historic charm. Lots to see and explore here. And, if you enjoy shopping, there are a plethora of shops to visit.  more »
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