This neighborhood is the home of the National University of Mexico.

This plaza is influenced by Aztec, Spanish and modern Mexican cultures and is the location of the remains of Tlatelolco, an old Aztec city.

This historic white marble building serves as both the city's top performance hall and an art museum.

This is an excellent indoor and outdoor museum that displays multiple layers of a modern day, partial excavation of "The Great Temple" of preHispanic civilization.  It begins with a walking outdoor...

One of the largest public plazas in the world, the Zócalo is the heart of Mexico City and is one of the city's most famous attractions.

Frida Kahlo Museum (Museo Frida Kahlo) The Frida Kahlo Museum is a beautiful place where you can see all the artwork that she has created.This museum is found in Coyoacan, a suburb of Mexico City...

Mexico City's waterways: Xochimilco and the Aztec Kings' Lake.  Xochimilco is visited by everyone, or at least it should be. Until just over a century ago Mexico City was surrounded by lakes that were

The famous ballet troupe known for the discipline provided by its founder Doña Amalia Hernández.

The National Museum of Anthropology in Chapultepec (Grasshopper) Park in Mexico City is one of the most extensive of its kind in the world.  There are numerous rooms that house archaeological...

This historic building was once occupied by Hernán Cortés, the Spanish explorer who conquered the Aztecs, and includes a famous panoramic mural of Mexican history by Diego Rivera.

On a clear day, visitors can take in a spectacular view from this skyscraper's observation decks and visit the highest aquarium in the world, located on the 38th floor.

Fine museum located in a 18th-century colonial residence includes objects of art and history from pre-Hispanic era through the 20th century.

This children's museum has tons of interactive exhibits and an IMAX theater.

The oldest and largest cathedral in Latin America.

The huge collection of indigenous art compiled by Ruth Lechuga.

This 18th-century palace, known for its impressive gardens, served as the home of the Mexican President until 1939 and now houses the famous Museo Nacional de Historia.

No longer considered the hip place for young folks, it is actually a popular neighborhood for gays and tourists.  Many restaurants and nightlife abound in this area.  For accommodations, the...

The Leon Trotsky Museum  The Trotsky Museum was first visited in 1989 and most of these photographs were taken at that time. Since then a lot of money has been spent on the house, which rather...

One of the largest churches in Latin America, this famous cathedral dominates the Zócalo.