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.
Thankfully, there are plenty of relatively inexpensive flights between Denver and Mexico City. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind.
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Cheapest Mexico City flights
The cheapest flights between Denver and Mexico City are if you leave on April 2 and return from Mexico on April 9. Frontier Airlines currently has tickets for $268, roundtrip.
If you fly out of Denver on April 2 and return from Mexico City on April 9, Volaris can get you there and back for $269 roundtrip.
Top Mexico City hotels
To plan your accommodations, here are two of Mexico City’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.
The Four Seasons Mexico City (Paseo de la Reforma 500 Colonia Juárez)
If you're looking to splurge on top quality, consider The Four Seasons Mexico City. The hotel has a 4.9-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $179.
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.
The St. Regis Mexico City (Paseo de la Reforma 439)
If you're looking to treat yourself, try The St. Regis Mexico City, which has rooms for $255/night.
Local restaurant picks
If you're looking for a popular spot to grab a bite, Mexico City has plenty of excellent eateries to choose from. Here are a few from Skyscanner's listings to help you get started.
Panaderia Rosetta (Colima 179)
One of Mexico City's most popular restaurants is Panaderia Rosetta, which has an average of 4.9 stars out of 11 reviews on Skyscanner.
"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."
El Moro (Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas, 42)
Another popular dining destination is El Moro, with 4.8 stars from 17 reviews.
"Delicious churros," wrote visitor Claudia. "This tranquil little place serves delicious and crispy churros that are best eaten dipped in a hot chocolate sauce."
Casa de los Azulejos (Av Francisco I. Madero, 4)
Finally, there's Casa de los Azulejos.
"As soon as you walk by you will recognize this place by the nice blue and white tiles from Puebla on the facade ... it's simply unique," wrote Gianfi.
What to see and do in Mexico City
Not sure what to do in Mexico City, besides eat and drink? Here are a few recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.
Callejón Regina
The top-rated visitor attraction in Mexico City, according to Skyscanner, is Callejón Regina.
"This is my favorite street in all of Mexico City," wrote visitor Jenny. "It's in the area of the historical center and there's endless restaurants, cafes and bars to choose from all along the street. It's also a great place to sit and people watch the artsy and eclectic people of Mexico City."
Kiosco Morisco de Santa María la Ribera (Calle Salvador Díaz Mirón S/N)
Another popular destination is the Kiosco Morisco de Santa María la Ribera, an elaborately designed steel kiosk.
The Palacio de Bellas Artes (Av. Juárez)
Finally, consider checking out 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.
