Historic Center Travel Guide
Mexico City
Visit Historic Center
Stay near popular Historic Center attractions
Things to do
Chapultepec Castle, Anthropology Museum & Forest Train
Teotihuacan, Shrine of Guadalupe & Tlatelolco
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch
Tolantongo Caves Full Day Tour from Mexico City
Luxury Romantic Dinner at Bellini, the only Revolving Restaurant in Mexico
Top hotels in Historic Center
Hotel Zócalo Central
"Great place to stay. Clean, safe and the coffee shop is great plus when you have kids or want a late snack and the breakfast at Balcón Del Zocalo was superb."
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Historico Central Hotel
"This hotel is wonderful. The staff is always very polite and helpful. It is located in the historic district so it’s very busy. But it’s a great place to get out in the evening for a stroll and enjoy the sounds of Mexico City."
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Hotel Catedral
"near zocalo."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Hotel Escala Centro Histórico
"Good"
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View
Hotel Canada Central
"This was honestly the best hotel and staff I have ever experienced, the attention to detail was my favorite, they were all very helpful and sweet highly recommended this hotel"
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Historic Center
Roma Norte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Roma Norte. Check out top attractions like Avenida Insurgentes and MUCA Roma, and jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
Polanco
If you're spending time in Polanco, you might enjoy attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Polanco Station to see more of the city.
La Condesa
Spend some time visiting places like Blackberry Auditorium while getting to know La Condesa, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Patriotism Station or Chilpancingo Station to see more of the area.
Reforma
Consider a visit to Angel of Independence Monument and take some time to enjoy the important monuments during your time in Reforma. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Cuauhtemoc Station.
Santa Fe
Consider a visit to Expo Santa Fe Mexico and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Santa Fe. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Santa Fé Station or Vasco de Quiroga Station.
