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

NZ$173
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

NZ$30
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mexico City Tourist Bus: Hop-On Hop-Off Service or Night Tour
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Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour

NZ$150
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guadalupe Shrine & Teotihuacan Pyramids Tour
Tolantongo Caves from Mexico City Guided Tour

Tolantongo Caves Full Day Tour from Mexico City

NZ$208
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Tolantongo Caves Full Day Tour from Mexico City
MEXICAN WRESTLING TOUR WITH TACOS AFTER SHOW N MEXICO CITY

Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling Tour in Mexico City

NZ$109
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling Tour in Mexico City
Teotihuacan Exclusive Early Access, Tlatelolco & Liquors Tasting

Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch

NZ$120
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Teotihuacan Guided Tour with Early Access and Optional Lunch
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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 NZ$270 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$270
6 Aug - 7 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! (2,411 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and very helpful and friendly staff. The rooms were clean and the hotel was in a nice walking area. Breakfast was delicious and wait staff were friendly. We will return."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Historico Central Hotel
Hotel Zócalo Central

Hotel Zócalo Central

4 out of 5
Cinco de Mayo 61 Mexico City
The price is NZ$347 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$347
2 Aug - 3 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! (2,815 reviews)
"Location is prime staff members very nice and helpful"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Hotel Zócalo Central
Hotel Catedral

Hotel Catedral

4 out of 5
95 Donceles Col. Centro Mexico City
The price is NZ$172 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$172
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (3,253 reviews)
"I like the customer service, room cleanliness, staff, and restaurants."

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Hotel Catedral
Hotel Escala Centro Histórico

Hotel Escala Centro Histórico

2 out of 5
105 San Jerónimo Mexico City CDMX
The price is NZ$86 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$86
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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 ...
Hotel Escala Centro Histórico
Hotel Canada Central

Hotel Canada Central

4 out of 5
Calle 5 de Mayo, No. 47 Mexico City CDMX
The price is NZ$222 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$222
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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. ...
Hotel Canada Central
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View

Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico Zocalo View

4.5 out of 5
Mexico City CDMX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$469 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$469
29 July - 30 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 ...
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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