A Long Weekend Escape to Mexico City

Tours:

Food tour with Club Tengo Hambre

If you’re overwhelmed with the idea of eating your way through Mexico City, the folks at Club Tengo Hambre are here to help. With multiple curated tour options to pick from, both public and private, you’ll be strolling through the markets and eating the best street tacos of your life in no time.

Casa Gilardi Tour

The final project of Mexican Architect Luis Barragan, Casa Gilardi is a colorful, well-appointed home south of Bosque de Chapultepec. Tours are given by the family that owns it— the same family that commissioned the project in 1975.

Casa Pedregal Tour

Another of Luis Barragan’s houses, Casa Pedregal, is the perfect representation of his style, showcasing how he built around natural light and the elements of nature. Be sure to eat at the neighboring co-located café, Tetetlan, and be shocked when it’s the most beautiful restaurant you’ve ever experienced.

Museums:

Museo Frida Khalo

Also known as the Blue House for its cobalt exterior, this house was the birthplace of Khalo and is now a historic house and art museum in the Coyocan neighborhood.

Museo Estudio-Casa Diego Riviera Frida Kahlo

Located in the beautiful neighborhood of San Angel, this is the site of two original homes where Rivera and Khalo lived, connected via a walkway on the top floor.

Activities:

Jazz at Parker and Lenox

Parker and Lenox is a wonderful, romantic place to take in a jazz show. With theme nights such as Buena Vista Social Club, this is the place to come and share drinks and take in the spectacular tunes.

Vintage Shopping

CDMX has an overwhelming amount of incredible vintage stores, but my top recommendations are:

• Vintage Hoe in Roma Norte for reworked and upcycled vintage pieces with Mexican charm.

• Goodbye Folk in Roma Norte for a three-floor townhouse of excellently curated vintage womenswear and menswear.

• Loose Blues in Juarez for vintage menswear.

• Void in Condesa for curated designer vintage.

Bazaar Sábado in the Plaza San Jacinto

Stop by here after visiting Museo Estudio-Casa Diego Riviera Frida Kahlo for your fix of Mexican art, jewelry, handicrafts and more. Open only on Saturdays.

Parque Mexico

This is the cutest park in the entire city, and it's wonderful for people and dog watching. There are always dance classes being conducted, so if you want a show, this is the place to go.

Day Trips:

Hot Air Balloon over Teotihuacán

If you’re looking to cross off a bucket list item while visiting the pyramids of Teotihuacán, this is the perfect activity for you. Be prepared to wake up at 5:30am to embark on the sunrise flight, but the sleep in the corner of your eyes will be worth it for the breathtaking views.

Restaurants

Contramar

Contramar is a place to see and be seen, with some of the best food in the city. Reservations are hard to come by, but if you show up at noon when it opens, you should be able to snag a table or a seat at the bar if you’re in a small group.

Entremar

Contramar’s sister restaurant, a little more laid back, but with the same incredible food. If you dine on the second floor, you’ll have a lovely view of the park.

Amaya

Amaya provides an inventive menu rooted in Mexican cuisine, and it’s a wine bar that specializes in regional Mexican wines.

Cicatriz

An all-day café, Cicatriz has the best chocolate chip cookies and wonderful cocktails.

Panaderia Rosetta

Panaderia Rosetta is one of the best bakeries in the world. The line will be long, but worth it, I promise. Go early and be sure to order the dulce de leche bun, the guava pastry, and anything else you can get your hands on. Have I mentioned that they have one of the best pain au chocolats I’ve ever tasted?

Lardo

Lardo is a sister restaurant to Panaderia Rosetta, and it has a takeaway window for coffee and pastries. Open all day, their breakfast, lunch and dinner options are solid too, and it has a beautiful bar you can easily sit at.

San Angel Inn

I highly recommend making a lunch reservation here after a stop at Museo Estudio-Casa Diego Riviera Frida Kahlo or Museo Frida Khalo. This restaurant has some of the best margaritas I’ve ever had, and the loveliest patio I’ve ever dined on. Prepare to be stunned.

Em

You must reserve in advance, and you must come hungry and order the Fideo, a traditional baked Mexican pasta dish. Prepare to be blown away.

Maximo Bistrot

A sister restaurant to Em with a wonderful atmosphere.

Bars:

Baltra Bar

Baltra has some of the best cocktails in CDMX— come here if you’re looking for a unique and well-balanced drink.

Hanky Panky

On the list of the "World’s 50 Best Bars" for a reason, this sexy speakeasy is a must-visit.