La Raza Travel Guide
Mexico City
Popular places to visit
Paseo de la Reforma
Like the Champs Elysées in Paris, this famous wide avenue provides a distinctive elegance to the historic plan of this huge global city.
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, is believed to have appeared on the site of this church, making it an important pilgrimage site for many Catholics.
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Angel of Independence Monument
Gaze upon this tall and majestic structure that symbolizes for the whole nation’s citizens the country’s long struggle for independence.
World Trade Center Mexico City
World Trade Center Mexico City is just one of the places to see in Mexico City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Mexico City’s historic arts center showcases art nouveau architecture, murals, and performances of ballet, opera and classical music.
Things to do
Discover Xochimilco, Coyoacán and Frida Kahlo Museum
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch
Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour
Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
Palacio de Bellas Artes Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in La Raza
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Extremely convenient only walking distance to the airport arrivals and departures. Staff was extra courteous and on top of everything English is not a problem at all. Almost everyone from the staff could speak
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Fiesta Americana Reforma
Friendly
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Grand Fiesta Americana Chapultepec
great location, well upkept property and all staff was courteous and helpful. bath towels are pretty worn out, old and very rough, time to replace them with new ones. Pillows are also worn down once laying your head on them they go completely flat.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Galeria Plaza Reforma
The location just one block off of the independence angel monument is really ideal. The location is fairly quiet while still being near lots of places to eat etc. It’s not a luxury hotel but perfectly nice hotel. Only thing wacky is the toilet paper rolls located too far back from the toilet and ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
Great location, Clean rooms, Amazing Staff and Food. Will be back !
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
LaiLa Hotel CDMX
As previously stated
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Raza
Cuauhtémoc
Fascinating museums, prominent monuments, and charming cafes are just a few top things to explore in Cuauhtémoc. A visit to Palacio de Bellas Artes or Zócalo might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Revolution Station or Metrobús Revolución Station to get around town.
Historic Center
Consider a visit to Palacio de Bellas Artes and take some time to enjoy the interesting museums during your time in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Allende Station or Bellas Artes Station.
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.
Colonia Cuauhtémoc
If you're spending some time in Colonia Cuauhtémoc, Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Insurgentes are top sights worth seeing.
Juárez
Visitors to Juárez love its popular shops, and you can check out Angel of Independence Monument and Paseo de la Reforma. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Cuauhtemoc Station.
Zona Rosa
Zona Rosa is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Paseo de la Reforma and Reforma 222 while you're in town.
