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  • I grew up in Mexico City and think tourists often overlook these 11 things to do, from a wrestling show to floating gardens

I grew up in Mexico City and think tourists often overlook these 11 things to do, from a wrestling show to floating gardens

Jennifer Fernández SolanoMar 25, 2023, 17:14 IST

The Palacio de Bellas Artes in Alameda Central Park is a popular stop for tourists in Mexico City.Shutterstock/eskystudio

  • I'm a travel writer from Mexico City who loves recommending local to-dos to friends and tourists.
  • Besides the popular landmarks, there are also lesser-known sites that I think are just as exciting.
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My hometown of Mexico City has tons to do for visitors, from food tours to historic sightseeing.

As a travel writer, the author often gets asked for travel tips in her hometown.Jennifer Fernández Solano

Sign up for an authentic street food tour with a women-run tour company.

The carnitas tacos on the street-food tour with Eat Like a Local.Jennifer Fernández Solano
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Hunt for clothes, jewelry, and homewares at pop-up markets around town.

Tourists can find unique souvenirs by exploring local markets in CDMX.Jennifer Fernández Solano

Cheer on masked luchadores at a Lucha Libre wrestling show.

I think Lucha Libre is a fun way to spend a night out.Jennifer Fernández Solano
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Taste one of Mexico's most popular liquors at a local mezcalería.

I like taking friends to La Clandestina to sample different varieties of mezcal.Jennifer Fernández Solano

Wander the colorful squares and streets of the Coyoacán neighborhood.

End a day exploring Coyoacán with a churro.Jennifer Fernández Solano
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Catch a comedy show at Cine Tonalá and an indie film at Cineteca Nacional.

Cineteca Nacional, or La Cineteca, is located in a large complex with modern architecture.Architizer

Forage for food to be used as part of an immersive dining experience in the Jilotzingo forest.

Cubo is a unique foraging and dining experience just outside of CDMX.Jennifer Fernández Solano
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Plan a visit to Chapultepec Castle, a hilltop castle with an art museum and gardens.

Tourists can see the city and Bosque de Chapultepec from the gardens at Chapultepec Castle.Jennifer Fernández Solano

Get a bird's eye view of the Teotihuacán pyramids in a hot air balloon ride.

The Teotihuacán pyramids and Pyramid of the Sun.Jennifer Fernández Solano
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Visit Mixquic cemetery for Day of the Dead.

The cemetery at night and tombs adorned with orange marigolds in Mixquic.Jennifer Fernández Solano

Take a boat tour of the Xochimilco canals.

Xochimilco is fun for those traveling with friends.gary yim / Shutterstock.com
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