A must if you’re going to Mexico City! Stylish, Instagram-worthy sightseeing spots

Even in Japan, authentic taco shops and Mexican goods stores have been opening, and travel magazines have been running Mexico features, so the Mexico boom is quietly gaining momentum.
Riding that wave, lots of people probably want to travel to Mexico too!
This time, we’re introducing sure-fire SNS-worthy spots from a Mexico City-based editor, straight from the source—perfect for a girls’ trip♡

① La Ciudadela (Ciudadela Market) [Centro area]

Balderas S/N, Colonia Centro, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06040 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX


If you’re looking for souvenirs or goods in Mexico City, this is one mercado (market) you absolutely have to visit.
It’s full of traditional Mexican crafts, and even just browsing is so much fun! The selection is among the best in Mexico, and you can find everything from popular items like Mexican folk clothing, cushion covers, and mercado bags to famous pottery such as Talavera and Cerámica Servín ♡ Some stores prohibit photography, so please be careful when taking pictures!

② Casa Luis Barragán (Luis Barragán House and Studio)

Gral. Francisco Ramírez 12-14, Ampliación Daniel Garza, Amp Daniel Garza, Miguel Hidalgo, 11840 Ciudad de México, CDMX


The former home and studio of Luis Barragán, one of Mexico’s most famous architects.
This striking building is known for its vivid use of color and its carefully designed natural light. The recommended photo spot is the pink wall on the rooftop. The contrast with the green plants makes for beautiful, natural-looking photos! You need to book in advance to enter Casa Luis Barragán, so please make a reservation on the website. Also, please note that if you want to take photos or bring in a camera, there is an additional fee of 500 pesos (as of 2019) on top of the admission charge.

Reserve here:http://www.casaluisbarragan.org/japo.html

③ Xochimilco

Embarcadero Nuevo Nativitas
Calle del Mercado 133, San Jerónimo, Xochimilco, 16420 Ciudad de México, CDMX


Xochimilco is about a 45-minute to 1-hour drive from central Mexico City. This town still strongly preserves traditions from the Aztec era, so it’s a great place to experience that atmosphere.
On weekends, a favorite among locals is cruising the canals on small, colorful boats called trajineras. If you have time, be sure to stop by!

④ Casa de los Azulejos (House of Tiles) [Centro area]

Av Francisco I. Madero 4, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX


This 18th-century Baroque building in the Centro area is known as the "House of Tiles."
Decorated with blue-and-white tiles from the Puebla region, it has a very Mexican color palette that looks amazing in photos! It’s near famous sights like Mexico City’s Zócalo and the Palacio de Bellas Artes, so why not stop by while sightseeing?

⑤ Comedor Lucerna [Juárez area]

Calle Lucerna 51, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX


"Comedor Lucerna" is a food court with multiple shops gathered together.
The dining area is covered with colorful umbrellas, making it super cute! The exterior walls feature a Frida Kahlo mural, which is also very photogenic.

⑥ TANE MEXICO [Polanco area]

Av. Presidente. Masaryk 430, Polanco, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX


"TANE MEXICO" is a long-established jewelry store founded in Mexico in 1942.
The exterior, with a cactus standing out against a Mexican-pink wall next to the entrance, has become a hugely popular local photo spot.

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[Bonus] For those with time to spare in Mexico City!

Teotihuacán (Teotihuacán Ruins)

Av. Presidente. Masaryk 430, Polanco, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX


When you think of Mexico, do ancient ruins and pyramids come to mind?
If you have some extra time during your stay in Mexico City, we also recommend taking a day trip to visit the Teotihuacán pyramid ruins! You can climb two types of pyramids: the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon.
And for those who don’t want to climb the pyramids, a balloon tour is also recommended!
You can book through local optional tour providers such as Veltra and HIS.

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A girls’ trip is sure to be a hit!
How did you like these stylish, Instagram-worthy spots in Mexico City?
Mexico is full of colorful, cute places!
Be sure to go and check them out.

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