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OPTION 1 

Suggested itinerary for families, groups of friends for 1 to 10 days.

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1 day – Chapultepec and Historic Center

• National Museum of Anthropology (indoor) – The most important pre-Hispanic collection in Latin America.

• Chapultepec Castle (indoor and outdoor) – Imperial and republican history with panoramic views.

• Historic Center – Zócalo (outdoor) – Constitution Square, Metropolitan Cathedral and Templo Mayor.

 

 

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3 days – Chapultepec, Coyoacán and Center
Day 1: Same as 1-day itinerary, less Historic Center

 

Day 2 – Coyoacán (south zone):

• Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) – Life and work of Frida and Diego, with indoor gardens.

• Leon Trotsky Museum – Political history of the Russian leader's exile.

• Plaza Hidalgo and Jardín Centenário – Colonial center for walking

 

Day 3 – In-depth Historic Center:

• Palace of Fine Arts – Architecture and murals by Diego Rivera.

• Diego Rivera Mural Museum – “Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Central”.

• Alameda Central – Contemplative walk among historic buildings.

• Zócalo (outdoor) – Constitution Square, Metropolitan Cathedral and Templo Mayor.

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5 days – Art, history and thematic museums
Includes the previous 3 days.

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Day 4 – Chapultepec – cultural axis:

• Museum of Modern Art – Works by Mexican artists of the 20th century.

• Tamayo Museum – Contemporary art.

• Walk through the lakes and gardens of the 2nd Section of the Forest.

 

Day 5 – Center and surroundings:

• MUNAL – National Museum of Art – Mexican art from the 16th to 20th centuries.

• Museum of Popular Art – Mexican culture and handicrafts.

• Former College of San Ildefonso – Historical murals and exhibitions.

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7 days – Cultural expansion and green areas
Includes the previous 5 days.

 

Day 6 – Xochimilco and surroundings:

• Trajinera ride – Experience on the historic canals (sunny morning).

• Dolores Olmedo Museum – Gardens and collection of Frida and Diego.

 

Day 7 – Polanco and modern areas:

• Soumaya Museum – Varied collection and iconic architecture.

• Jumex Museum – International contemporary art.

 

 

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10 days – Historic day trips
Includes the previous 7 days.

 

Day 8 – Teotihuacán:

• Pyramids of the Sun and Moon – Optional climb for panoramic views.

• Teotihuacan Murals Museum – Original art from the city.

 

Day 9 – Tepoztlán:

• Walk through the colonial center and craft fair.

• Visit to the Ex-Convento de la Natividad.

 

Day 10 – Nearby alternatives:

• Cuernavaca – Cathedral and Robert Brady Museum
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• Toluca – Cosmovitral Botanical Garden and Historic Center

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