3 days in Mexico City Itinerary

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

Get a sense of the local culture at Museo Nacional de Antropologia and Murales de Diego Rivera en la Secretaria de Educacion Publica. Visit Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5 and Museo del Templo Mayor for their historical value. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Palacio de Bellas Artes, explore the historical opulence of Chapultepec Castle, steep yourself in history at Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana), and enjoy breathtaking views from Torre Latino.

For other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Mexico City travel planner.

In December in Mexico City, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can travel back home.