San Ángel Travel Guide
Mexico City





Popular places to visit

San Jacinto Plaza
Pretty churches, a lively Saturday bazaar and several relaxing parks highlight a peaceful stroll through one of the loveliest areas of Mexico City.
Bazar del Sabado
During your visit to Mexico City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bazar del Sabado. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Pabellon Altavista
During your visit to Mexico City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Pabellon Altavista. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Museo de Arte Carrillo Gil
You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Arte Carrillo Gil, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Mexico City. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Mexico Autonomous Institute of Technology
Walk around the campus at Mexico Autonomous Institute of Technology during your visit to Mexico City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Jardín de la Bombilla
Learn about the local history of Mexico City with a stop at Jardín de la Bombilla. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour

Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour

Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch

Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour

Half-Day Mexico City Highlights Tour

Palacio de Bellas Artes Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in San Ángel

Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Our go to hotel when stopping over in MEX. Very convenient with easy access.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Fiesta Americana Reforma
Great location. Next to the bus station. Food places across the street.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Grand Fiesta Americana Chapultepec
The staff were very courteous and helpful. The view we had (half of the city and half of Chapultepec park) was great. The location is closed to many attractions.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Barceló México Reforma
Nice services
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Historico Central Hotel
Very clean hotel very well organized. The staff is wonderful and make you feel like family. The hotel is in a great location everything is walking distance. The rooms are very well kept and the bed is very comfortable. The cafe is a plus with access to it 24 hours. Breakfast is also very good. Muchisimas ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

ULIV Mexico City
This hotel is on a busy street but convenient for walking to places. Definitely recommend . Easy check in, easy finding room, and roomie rooms. Room was modern but missing a bench or couch. Our TV had 2 damages but still worked.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Ángel

Coyoacan
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Frida Kahlo Museum and Estadio Olímpico Universitario are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.

Benito Juarez
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Benito Juarez. Spend some time visiting top spots like Plaza Universidad Shopping Center, and catch the metro at Parque de los Venados Station or Zapata Station to see more of the area.

Del Valle
Noted for its restaurants and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Del Valle. Top attractions like Avenida Insurgentes and Galerias Insurgentes are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 20 de Noviembre Station or Zapata Station to see more of the city.

Miguel Hidalgo
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Miguel Hidalgo. Top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Papalote Museo del Nino are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.

Roma Sur
The fascinating museums and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Roma Sur. Check out Avenida Insurgentes or Multum Ha Cenote while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Medical Center Station to get around town.

Hipódromo
While you're in Hipódromo, take in top sights like Blackberry Auditorium or Avenida Insurgentes, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chilpancingo Station or Patriotism Station.
