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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Museo Nacional de Antropologia and Zocalo. Your inner history buff will appreciate Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan Estacionamiento Puerta 5 and Museo del Templo Mayor. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Palacio de Bellas Artes, step into the grandiose world of Chapultepec Castle, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana), and admire the landmark architecture of Palacio Postal.

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In December, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.