Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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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Activities

Admission to Six Flags Mexico with roundtrip transportation

Admission to Six Flags Mexico with roundtrip transportation

AU$142
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

AU$24
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
Red Turibus in Mexico City

Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour

AU$30
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Turibus Hop On - Hop Off Mexico City Tour
Teotihuacan Exclusive Early Access, Tlatelolco & Liquors Tasting

Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch

AU$98
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

AU$90
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling Tour in Mexico City
piramide del sol

Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour

AU$123
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
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Our pick of the best Historic Center Hotel Deals

Historico Central Hotel

Historico Central Hotel

4 out of 5
Simón Bolívar No. 28 Mexico City Mexico City
The price is AU$192 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$192
3 Aug - 4 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! (2,407 reviews)
"gem of a hotel hidden in the centre of Mexico City with excellent staff and service. free breakfast and 24 hour cafe expect noise in view of proximity to main street"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Historico Central Hotel
Hotel Zócalo Central

Hotel Zócalo Central

4 out of 5
Cinco de Mayo 61 Mexico City
The price is AU$223 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$223
26 July - 27 July
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! (2,773 reviews)
"I had such a great experience, I came back!"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Hotel Zócalo Central
Hotel Catedral

Hotel Catedral

4 out of 5
95 Donceles Col. Centro Mexico City
The price is AU$149 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$149
14 July - 15 July
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! (3,207 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Hotel Catedral
Hotel Canada Central

Hotel Canada Central

4 out of 5
Calle 5 de Mayo, No. 47 Mexico City CDMX
The price is AU$143 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$143
24 July - 25 July
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! (1,169 reviews)
"Excellent location and rooms super clean. The 24 hrs cafe it’s super convenient"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Hotel Canada Central
Hotel Escala Centro Histórico

Hotel Escala Centro Histórico

2 out of 5
105 San Jerónimo Mexico City CDMX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$73 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$73
21 July - 22 July
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! (25 reviews)
"Good location for access to lively Mexico City and zocalo area."

Reviewed on 9 July 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 AU$357 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$357
14 July - 15 July
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! (1,234 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View
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Our guide on 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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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.

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