City
Guide
Getting Around
Uber/Didi are the easiest and safest options for visitors; taxis are fine if taken from authorized stands.
Metro is fast and cheap, but very crowded at rush hour (7–10am, 5–8pm).
Keep valuables secured.
Walkable areas:
Roma, Condesa, Polanco, Centro Histórico.
Where to stay
Roma / Condesa
Trendy, restaurants, nightlife, very walkable.
Polanco
Upscale, museums, shopping, business-friendly.
Money & Payments
Credit cards widely accepted, but carry cash for markets and street food.
ATMs are plentiful; withdraw during the day inside banks or malls. (Dont use airport exchanges)
Food & Drink
Eat street food
Just choose busy stalls with high turnover.
Must-try
Tacos al pastor, suadero, tamales, chilaquiles.
Drink bottled water only; avoid ice unless you’re at reputable places.
Reservations recommended for top restaurants
(Pujol, Quintonil, Rosetta).
Food & Drink
Chapultepec Park & Castle
Zócalo & Templo Mayor
Coyoacán & Frida Kahlo Museum
Lucha Libre at Arena México