There’s no one way to experience Mexico City, just like there’s no one way to describe it. Art Deco palaces sit next to Spanish colonial buildings, while family-run taquerias share the block with trendy cocktail bars. In neighborhoods like Condesa and Roma Norte, you’ll find hip boutiques, cafes, and clubs, while in more down-to-earth quarters like Santa Maria La Ribera you’ll get a taste of local life from the markets to the plazas. Art and design lovers can visit Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul, history buffs (who also like to party) can spend the day at the Floating Gardens of Xochimilco, and opera fans can enjoy a performance in the historic Palacio de Bellas Artes. Top all that off with some strong mezcal and tacos de suadero (a CDMX speciality), and you’re still just scratching the surface of all the city has to offer.
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