Mexico City Annual Trip

This trip is designed as an open group experience — a build-your-own-adventure style journey. Each day, I’ll plan one main group activity that can accommodate everyone and offer a fun, unique experience. You’ll find these listed on the schedule.
The rest of the time is open for you to explore as you wish. I’ll also provide a list of suggestions to help fill in your free time, but feel free to roam, relax, or do your own thing — I know we all have different interests and things we want to see.
Let’s use the group chat to share our plans, coordinate, and see where our interests overlap. That way, we can form smaller groups and make the most of our time.
And don’t worry — there’s so much to see and do in Mexico City. This is my third trip, and I still have things on my bucket list!
Most importantly, let’s have fun and make some great memories together
Download Schedule

Build your own schedule with the link above 

Not sure where to start? Here are a few ideas — but honestly, just start researching/exploring. 
Mexico City has everything —  more museums than anywhere else, insanely good food, 
and cool little spots everywhere you turn. 
NEIGBOORHOODS TO GO VISIT
Coyoacán | Centro aka Zocalo | Zona Rosa
Polanco | Xochimilco | Roma Norte
La Condesa | Juarez | San Ángel
Museums
- Museo Nacional de Antropología (Chapultepec, closest to Polanco)
Museo Tamayo (Chapultepec, closest to Polanco)
Casa Luis Barragan (Polanco)
MUNAL national art museum (Zocalo)
Museo Soumaya (Polanco)
Biblioteca Vasconcelos (Closest to Zocalo)
Museum of El Carmen (Closest to Coyoacán)
Sight Seeing & Historical Sites
- Castillo de Chapultepec & Bosque de Chapultepec
In the castle there’s a lookout towards Paseo de la Reforma, the most beautiful avenue in Mexico City
Activites
Estadio Azteca Soccer Game Chivas vs America
Game TBA
Cineteca Nacional de México (Closest to Coyoacán)
Salsa Dancing Class
Barrio Chino (Centro)
Mezcal Tasting Experience
Food Tours
Explore Parque México and Álvaro Obregón St. (La Condesa)
There are many cool spots, shops, restaurants, and more.
Cooking Class
Thrifting (Roma / La Condesa)
Free Walking Tours | Biking Tour
Pueblos to visit for a day trip
Huasca de Ocampo, Mineral del Monte,  Cuetzalan
Food
La Gruta - Eat after Pyramids
Tacos Arandas - My favorite taco spot
These are a few to get you brainstorming but do your research!
Travel Tips for First-Timers to Mexico (or if you haven’t traveled much outside the U.S.—no judgment 👀)
Save yourself the headache and Fly into Benito Juarez Airport and take an uber!
Bring Cash – Aim to bring around $300–$600 USD, depending on how much you plan to spend on food, souvenirs, and activities. Most street vendors and markets only accept cash.
💡 Pro tip: Don’t exchange money at the airport — the rates are terrible. Instead, head to this street Google Maps link where there are several currency exchange spots and you can shop around for the best rate.
Tipping Culture – Yes, you do tip in Mexico! Just like in the U.S., it's customary to tip for services.
Phone Service – Check if your phone plan includes Mexico. T-Mobile does, but not all carriers do. This is why we’re using WhatsApp — it works with Wi-Fi and across devices, even without cell service.
Getting Around – Uber is the safest and easiest way to get around the city. If you take a taxi, always agree on a price before you get in.
Walking = Guaranteed – You’ll walk a lot, so bring comfortable shoes. Also, check the weather — last year I got caught in the rain without a jacket and ended up sick. A raincoat or umbrella is a good idea.
Water Safety – Only drink bottled water. Avoid drinking from the tap.
Hostel Essentials – If you’re staying in a hostel: Bring a lock for your locker, Bring sandals for the shower, Bring a towel (some hostels don’t provide them)
Street Food Caution – Use your judgment. Does the food look fresh? Are locals eating there too? “Montezuma’s revenge” (aka travel stomach troubles) is real.
Safety – Like in any big city, pickpocketing can happen. Don’t carry all your cash at once, and consider a hidden money belt or pouch.
🔄 Backup your iPhone before you leave, just in case.
Earthquake Drill Notice – Around September 16–17 (double-check the exact date), there’s a nationwide earthquake drill in Mexico City. Alarms will go off and people will participate. Don’t panic — it’s just a drill, and you’re expected to follow along.
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