Cool Things to Do and See in Mexico City

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There are many cool things to do and see in Mexico City, from free Museums to cool galleries, statues, parks, activities, and sporting venues.

Last updated: February 10, 2025

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Visiting the Anahuacalli Museum

The Museo Anahuacalli houses Diego Rivera's Personal Collection of Pre-Hispanic Artefacts

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​Ritual de Armonización de Energía Mexica

Preparing myself for the next travels by undergoing the ancient Ritual de Armonización de Energía, as practiced by the Mexica

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​Ex Convento Desierto de los Leones

Rarely visited by gringos, the Ex Convento Desierto de los Leones, just a short distance out of Mexico City, is well worth the effort.

Do the Azteca Stadium Tour

The Estadio Azteca / Azteca Stadium is one of the world's most famous stadiums, having hosted the 1970 and 1986 World Cups, featuring football giants such as Pelé and Maradona. The stadium is currently being upgraded to host the 2026 World Cup, but in normal times, you can visit as part of a tour.

Free Museums In Mexico City

There are so many museums in Mexico City. Here are 19 of them that are free to visit.

​Espacio Escultórico UNAM (Sculpture Park)

The Espacio Escultórico UNAM or the UNAM Sculpture Park in Mexico City makes a rather neat 1/2 day excursion out of the city.

Visiting the La Biblioteca de México

Quiet time and blogging at the La Biblioteca de México in CDMX

Visit the Railroad Museum (Museo de los Ferrocarrileros)

If you are a rail enthusiast, you can visit the Railroad Museum in Mexico City. Entrance is free!

Wrestling at the Arena Mexico in CDMX

​I went with Miss CDMX to watch the Lucha Libre (wrestling) at the Arena Mexico in Mexico City.

Visiting the Leon Trotsky House Museum in Coyoacan, Mexico City

Visiting the House Museum of Soviet politician, revolutionary and political theorist Leon Trotsky, who lived in exile in Mexico City

Best Art Museum in Mexico City: Colegio de San Ildefonso

The Colegio de San Ildefonso in the Historico Centro district is my favourite museum in Mexico City, with murals and art by the most prominent muralists and artists of the 20th century.

Mexico City's Newest Museum: Museo Vivo del Muralismo

This is Mexico City's newest museum, the Museo Vivo del Muralismo. Enjoy the incredible murals by Diego Rivera, Jean Charlot and other prominent Mexican muralists.

Visiting the Museo del Metro in Mexico City

If you are a trainspotter or transport enthusiast, check out this free museum in Mexico City - The Metro Museum

​Visiting the Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo - Mexico City

Visiting one of the most famous house museums in Mexico City: Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo

​Latin American Tower - Mexico City

Backpacking the once-tallest skyscraper in Mexico City, The Torre Latinoamericana.

​Fuente de Cibeles - Mexico City

The Fuente de Cibeles in Mexico City is an exact replica of the one at the Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid

Diego Rivera Mural Museum - Mexico City

Visiting the Diego Rivera Mural Museum in Mexico City