6 days in Mexico City & Puerto Vallarta 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 Historic Center (Centro Historico). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Palacio de Bellas Artes, contemplate the long history of Zona Arqueologica Tlatelolco, delve into the distant past at Museo del Templo Mayor, and admire the landmark architecture of National Palace.

For more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Mexico City trip itinerary planner.

Playa del Carmen to Mexico City is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Playa del Carmen to Mexico City due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Playa del Carmen in April, expect a bit cooler with lows of 15°C in Mexico City. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to fly to Puerto Vallarta.

Boasting a coastline made for perfectly framed photographs of romantic sunsets, Puerto Vallarta continuously ranks among the world's top tourist resorts.

On the 22nd (Sun), tour the pleasant surroundings at Nuevo Vallarta Beach and then savor the flavors at Food & Drink. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the extensive heritage of Zona Romantica, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and then soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

To see reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Puerto Vallarta day trip site.

Getting from Mexico City to Puerto Vallarta by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Mexico City in April, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 22°C in Puerto Vallarta. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to fly back home.