Historic Center Travel Guide

Mexico City

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A grand building with a large golden dome and classical architecture.
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Stay near popular Historic Center attractions

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Zócalo

9.4/10 (25,860 reviews)
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
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Things to do

Admission to Six Flags Mexico with roundtrip transportation

Admission to Six Flags Mexico with roundtrip transportation

Rp2.678.850
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Admission to Six Flags Mexico with roundtrip transportation
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Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour

Rp301.817
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Teotihuacan Exclusive Early Access, Tlatelolco & Liquors Tasting

Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch

Rp705.431
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch
MEXICAN WRESTLING TOUR WITH TACOS AFTER SHOW N MEXICO CITY

Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling Tour in Mexico City

Rp1.357.284
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling Tour in Mexico City
Red Turibus in Mexico City

Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour

Rp375.039
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour
Tolantongo Caves from Mexico City Guided Tour

Tolantongo Caves Full Day Tour from Mexico City

Rp1.896.626
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Tolantongo Caves Full Day Tour from Mexico City
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Top hotels in Historic Center

Historico Central Hotel

Historico Central Hotel

4 out of 5
Simón Bolívar No. 28 Mexico City Mexico City
The price is Rp2.365.249 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp2.365.249
Rp2.826.473 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,389 reviews)
"Everything is great, no complaints at all"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Historico Central Hotel
Hotel Zócalo Central

Hotel Zócalo Central

4 out of 5
Cinco de Mayo 61 Mexico City
The price is Rp2.736.929 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.736.929
Rp3.270.631 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,761 reviews)
"everything was great. i will go back if i can."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Zócalo Central
Hotel Catedral

Hotel Catedral

4 out of 5
95 Donceles Col. Centro Mexico City
The price is Rp1.469.144 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.469.144
Rp1.949.231 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,191 reviews)
"My first stay visiting Mexico City and it was the best experience ive ever had going to Mexico The staff was extremely helpful with everything friendly. Olivia the person assigned to my room straightened my room almost every day and I didnt even ask for cleaning services. The hotels is in one of ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Catedral
Hotel Canada Central

Hotel Canada Central

4 out of 5
Calle 5 de Mayo, No. 47 Mexico City CDMX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.803.973 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp1.803.973
Rp2.155.739 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,161 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly, room very clean. Will definitely stay in this hotel again."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Canada Central
Hotel Escala Centro Histórico

Hotel Escala Centro Histórico

2 out of 5
105 San Jerónimo Mexico City CDMX
The price is Rp940.618 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
Rp940.618
Rp1.124.043 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Zócalo and Palacio de Bellas Artes are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"La ubicación y la atención fue muy buena, lo que si dejo a considerar es que la cama y almohadas están muy duras, no descansas bien y otro punto a considerar es que no hay aire acondicionado y hace mucha calor en Cdmx."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hotel Escala Centro Histórico
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View

Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View

4.5 out of 5
Mexico City CDMX
The price is Rp4.086.582 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp4.086.582
Rp4.883.465 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,229 reviews)
"Amazing and beautiful hotel in Down town w breathtaking dome and amazing roof top"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Historic Center Travel Guide