2 days in Mexico City Itinerary

Breathtakingly large, Mexico City provides a home for almost 9 million people living in nearly 1,700 distinct neighborhoods.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Mon): get to know the fascinating history of Zocalo, then don't miss a visit to Murales de Diego Rivera en la Secretaria de Educacion Publica, then wander the streets of La Condesa, and finally delve into the lush surroundings at Bosque de Chapultepec. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana), explore the ancient world of Museo del Templo Mayor, then admire the masterpieces at Palacio de Bellas Artes, then get a new perspective on nature at Museo Nacional de Antropologia, and finally see the interesting displays at Museo Frida Kahlo.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Mexico City trip planner.

In May, daily temperatures in Mexico City can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to travel back home.