Looking for an adventure in one of the world’s great megacities, but without the hassle of flying halfway around the world? Mexico City is North America’s largest, at over 8 million people (and more than twice that number in the greater metro area).
It's the oldest capital city in the Americas, rich in history and culture, and a major economic center in the region today. In addition to Aztec ruins, the city has the world’s largest single-metropolitan concentration of museums, plus extensive art galleries, concert halls and theaters. And the city’s 16 boroughs and many colorful neighborhoods offer an abundance of shopping, restaurants, bars and nightlife.
Whether you’re trying to escape ASAP or you’re looking to plan your travels around upcoming deals, take a look at these forthcoming flights between Milwaukee and Mexico City, which we pulled from travel site Skyscanner.
We've also included popular hotels, restaurants and attractions in Mexico City, to get you excited about your next excursion.
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Cheapest Mexico City flights
Currently, the cheapest flights between Milwaukee and Mexico City are if you leave on Feb. 7 and return from Mexico on Feb. 10. Aeromexico (aerm) currently has tickets for $303, roundtrip.
There are also deals to be had in March. If you fly out of Milwaukee on March 29 and return from Mexico City on April 3, Volaris can get you there and back for $309 roundtrip.
Top Mexico City hotels
Regarding where to stay, here are two of Mexico City’s top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction.
The St. Regis Mexico City (Paseo de la Reforma 439)
If you're looking to treat yourself, consider The St. Regis Mexico City. The hotel has a five-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $255.
The Four Seasons Mexico City (Paseo de la Reforma 500 Colonia Juárez)
There's also the 4.9-star rated The Four Seasons Mexico City, which has rooms for $179/night.
Set in the heart of Mexico City on the busy Paseo de la Reforma, this luxury hotel is close to the Monumento a los Ninos Heroes and the Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia.
Top picks for dining and drinking
Mexico City has plenty of top-notch dining options. Here are a few of the most popular, according to Skyscanner.
El Moro (Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas, 42)
One of Mexico City's most popular restaurants is El Moro, which has an average of 4.8 stars out of 17 reviews on Skyscanner.
"Delicious churros," wrote visitor Claudia. "This tranquil little place serves delicious and crispy churros that are best eaten dipped in a hot chocolate sauce."
Panaderia Rosetta (Colima 179)
Another popular dining destination is Panaderia Rosetta, with 4.9 stars from 11 reviews.
"This is the sister bakery to Rosetta," wrote reviewer Leila. "It's a very cozy breakfast spot with only a few bar stools for seating. Get there early to get your hands on the good pastries."
Restaurante El Cardenal (Calle de la Palma, 23)
Finally, there's Restaurante El Cardenal.
"The food was super fantastic here," wrote Frank. "The wait is pretty long but I can see why."
Top Mexico City attractions
Mexico City is also full of sites to visit and explore. Here are a couple of popular attractions to round out your trip, again from Skyscanner's listings.
The Palacio de Bellas Artes (Av. Juárez)
First up is The Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Inaugurated in 1934, the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City is a major cultural center where you can attend poetry readings, operas, dance recitals, art shows and more. Its construction began in 1904 but took three decades to complete due to the Mexican Revolution and complications during the building process.
Kiosco Morisco de Santa María la Ribera (Calle Salvador Díaz Mirón S/N)
Lastly, spend some time at Kiosco Morisco de Santa María la Ribera, an elaborately designed steel kiosk.
