Historic Center
Mexico City
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Popular places to visit
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Mexico City’s historic arts center showcases art nouveau architecture, murals, and performances of ballet, opera and classical music.
Alameda Central
In Mexico City’s historical center, this beautiful park is a great spot to bring the family for a moment of relaxation between sightseeing excursions.
Metropolitan Cathedral
At more than 400 years old, this cathedral is a spectacular icon of colonial architectural and Roman Catholic history in the Americas.
National Palace
Learn about centuries of Mexican history and marvel at a remarkable collection of murals by Diego Rivera at Mexico City’s national palace.
Torre Latinoamericana
You can find out about the history of Mexico City with a trip to Torre Latinoamericana. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Historic Center Hotel Deals
Zocalo Central & Rooftop Mexico City
La vue depuis la terrasse est imbattable. Les petits-déjeuners sont excellents, le café Central offre généreusement un menu très appétissant. Le personnel est très sympathique et fait tout en son possible pour rendre le séjour agréable. Nous avons choisi cet hôtel 8 fois lors de nos séjours à ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
Hotel Catedral
AC was loud, I advised the staff to make sure it’s fixed for the next
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
Hotel Bellas Artes
The staff were very nice and helpful and the service was great. Staff leaves a couple of courtesy water bottles after cleaning the room every day. However, they wouldn’t sell us any extra water bottles after running out of water and the stores close early so we couldn’t go buy any.
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
Hotel Ritz Ciudad de México
Pls consider installing refrigerator.
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View
I spent the final night of a 12-night trip to Mexico City and San Miguel de Allende at the Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico, located in the Historic Center with a fantastic view of the Zocalo from the rooftop restaurant. The room was very comfortable, the staff was excellent, and the food, including the ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
Historico Central Hotel
Great location. Easy to walk to central square and surrounding museums. Felt very safe. Free walking tour hotel offers was very good. Cafe very good - having that included in room price on top of breakfast makes it brilliant value. We stayed 8 nights and tried all of menu at cafe, nothing disappointed. ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
Other neighborhoods around Historic Center
Cuauhtémoc
Interesting museums, cozy cafes and important monuments 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.
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.
Juárez
Juárez is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Angel of Independence Monument and Paseo de la Reforma, and you can get around town on the metro at Cuauhtemoc Station.
Zona Rosa
Travelers come to Zona Rosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Reforma 222 while you're in town.
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.
Colonia Cuauhtémoc
If you're spending some time in Colonia Cuauhtémoc, Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Insurgentes are top sights worth seeing.
