Things to do in Mexico City
A tourist guide for guests at an Indian wedding in Mexico CityWelcome to Mexico City!
If you are coming from India or the United States to attend an unforgettable wedding, take advantage of your stay to explore the treasures of this wonderful and trendy metropolis, home to over 20 million people.
The Indian Weddings Mexico City team has put together this guide of the best places to visit in Mexico City, including historical sites, museums, cultural experiences, and restaurants.
Some locations include their addresses or Instagram accounts to make it easier to find the main tourist attractions in Mexico City.
Internationally recognized mexican restaurants
- ROSETTA-(The World’s 50 Best and Michelin star)
- PUJOL-(The World’s 50 Best and Michelin star)
- QUINTONIL-(The World’s 50 Best and Michelin star)
- TAQUERÍA EL CALIFA DE LEÓN-(Michelin star)
- ESQUINA COMÚN-(Michelin star)
- EM-(Michelin star)
- SUD777-(The World’s 50 Best and Michelin star)
- MÁXIMO BISTROT-(The World’s 50 Best)
- LIMOSNEROS-(Recommended by the Michelin Guide)
Mexican cuisine
- CATAMUNDI
- LA CAPITAL
- DEGÚ
- AZUL HISTÓRICO
- PASILLO DE HUMO
- GUZINA OAXACA
- MERCADO ROMA
- LA POBLANITA DE TACUBAYA
- EL CARDENAL
- LOS DANZANTES COYOACÁN
- CAFÉ DE TACUBA
- LA CASA DE TOÑO
- Riviera del Sur: Cantina / Roma – @larivieradelsur
- Salón Ríos: Cantina / Cuauhtémoc – @salon_rios
- Terraza Cha Cha Chá: Tabacalera – @terrazachachacha
- Tezontle: Centro Histórico – @tezontlerest
- Porfirio’s: Polanco – @porfiriosrestaurante
- Nicos: Clavería – @nicosmexico
- SAKS: Polanco and San Angel – @restaurantessaks
- AZUL: Downtown and Polanco – @azulrestaurante
- Ticuchi: Extraordinary fusion by Chef Enrique Olvera.
- Balcón del Zócalo: (Downtown beautiful view @balcondelzocalo)
Tacos
- TAQUERÍA GABRIEL
- TAQUERÍA ORINOCO
- TAQUERÍAS SELENE
- EL TIZONCITO
- El Pescadito (Fish tacos / Several branches – @elpescadito_taquerias)
- El Califa (Several branches – @elcalifa_mx)
- Pato Manila (Duck tacos / Several branches – @patomanila)
- Tacos Hola El Güero (Condesa / Stew tacos – https://g.page/tacosdeguisadocondesa?shar)
- Tacos Don Juan (Condesa / Stew tacos – @donjuan_clasicoscondesa)
- Tacos Don Manolito (Several branches – @donmanolitomx)
Vegan Tacos
- Gracias Madre
- Por Siempre Vegana
- Gold Taco
- Pitahaya
Fusion cuisine
- Mari Gold: Delicious fusion of Mexican and Indian cuisine, open only for breakfast.
- Masala y Maíz: The best fusion of Mexican, South African, and Indian cuisine. Open from lunch onwards.
- Makan: Extraordinary Singaporean cuisine.
- Tandoor: A classic of Pakistani and Indian cuisine in Mexico, famous for its tandoori chicken and naan.
Indian cuisine
- Suvai: Indian food with a homemade touch that everyone loves.
- Aroma Curry: Delicious North Indian food with classic touches and extreme flavors.
- Dawat: The most legendary restaurant in the city with extraordinary North Indian dishes.
- Taj Mahal: This restaurant offers authentic Indian food in the heart of the city.
The best drinks
- Xaman Bar
- Hand Shake
- Fifty Mils: Located inside the Four Seasons Hotel.
- Bar Carlota: Located inside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
Coffee, bakeries, and churros
- TIERRA GARAT
- Cielito Lindo
- Tim Hortons
- Starbucks
- Churros El Moro
- Pan Rosetta
- La Esperanza
Mezcalerías
- La Clandestina (Condesa – @lalavandestina)
- Bósforo (City Center – https://goo.gl/maps/f2iwXBzVwpKWm4L46)
- Mano Santa Mezcal (Roma – @manosantamezcal)
- La Botica Mezcalería (Roma – @laboticamezcaleria)
- Antolina (Condesa – @antolinacondesa)
Historical sites and Monuments
- Ángel de la Independencia: Link to Google Maps
- Palacio de Bellas Artes: @mbellasartes
- Monumento a la Revolución: Link to Google Maps
- Zócalo (Historic City Center): The Historic City Center of Mexico City. Many of the main museums, monuments, and attractions are found here. Link to Google Maps
- Palacio Nacional: Residence of the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum.
- Catedral Metropolitana: Link to Google Maps
- Palacio Postal: Link to Google Maps
Archaeological sites
- Templo Mayor: @museodeltemplomayor
- Pyramids of Teotihuacan: A day trip from Mexico City. Translated from the Nahuatl language, «City of Gods,» one of the most important archaeological areas in Mexico and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Link to Google Maps
Museums
- MUNAL / Museo Nacional de Arte: @munalmx
- Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso: @sanildefonsomx
- Museo Mural Diego Rivera: @museomuraldiegorivera
- Museo Casa Azul Frida Kahlo: @museofridakahlo
- Museo Nacional de Historia / Castillo de Chapultepec: @museodehistoria
- Museo Nacional de Antropología e Historia: @mna_inah
- Museo de Arte Moderno: @museoartemodernomx
- Museo Tamayo: @eneltamayo
- Museo Soumaya: @elmuseosoumaya
- Museo Anahuacalli Diego Rivera: @anahuacalli
- Museo Dolores Olmedo: @elolmedomx
Tourist tours
- Turibus
- Capital Bus
- Xochimilco: A system of canals located in the south of Mexico City. Take a ride in a little boat called «Trajinera» while you enjoy food, drinks, and music. Link to Google Maps
- Lucha Libre (At night): Experience Mexican wrestling in the most important arena in the country. You can find tickets here.
- Plaza Garibaldi (Mariachis): Not recommended late at night. Link to Google Maps
Shopping
- Bazar del Sábado (Saturdays only): Visit this open-air market and bazaar in the San Ángel area. Open only on Saturdays (sábados), worth visiting if you are interested in local crafts and art. Link to Google Maps
- Mercado de la Ciudadela: Here you can buy souvenirs from Mexico.
- Avenida Presidente Masaryk, Polanco: This exclusive avenue in Mexico City features the most recognized international brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Rolex, Gucci, Hermès, Cartier, Omega, Prada, Bvlgari, Salvatore Ferragamo, Dolce & Gabbana, Coach, and more.
Now that you have these recommendations, it’s time to enjoy every moment and live the magic of Indian weddings in Mexico City.
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