7 days in Mexico City Itinerary

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

Frida Kahlo Museum and National Museum of Anthropology are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Take a break from Mexico City with a short trip to Robert Brady Museum in Cuernavaca, about 1h 20 min away. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Palacio de Bellas Artes, get to know the fascinating history of Historic Center (Centro Historico), pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe, and delve into the lush surroundings at Chapultepec Park.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport, Querétaro Intercontinental Airport and General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport. May in Mexico City sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 57°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can travel back home.