Ciudad de México 🇲🇽

Panadería Rosetta’s sister cafe. They’ve got delicious pastries, breakfast, and it’s on a cute street with lots of shopping nearby.

The Palacio de Bellas Artes, or Palace of Fine Arts, is one of Mexico City's most iconic landmarks and cultural institutions. Located in the heart of the city, it is renowned for its stunning architecture, which combines Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and neoclassical styles. The building houses a theater and museum, featuring works by some of Mexico's most celebrated artists, such as Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Rufino Tamayo. The theater is also home to the National Symphony Orchestra and the Mexican Folk Ballet, which regularly perform for audiences from around the world. Entry is 90 pesos and you can pay with a credit card. I've heard that you should go to Sears (the dept store) across the street as they have a cafe on the 8th floor where you can get a great view of Bellas Artes.

There are SEVERAL markets in this area. Blocks and blocks of markets between Mercado de Granaditas and Mercado Moneda. Each block is a section for different items. The Mercado de Granaditas is where I found to be the shoe market. Thousands of shops with different shoes, including a few shops to buy huaraches- the beautiful leather sandals.

Bosque de Chapultepec, or Chapultepec Forest, is a vast and sprawling urban park located in the heart of Mexico City. Covering over 1,600 acres, it is one of the largest city parks in the world. The park is home to numerous attractions, including several museums, the Chapultepec Castle, a zoo, a lake, and various gardens. Visitors can also explore miles of walking paths and jogging trails, making it a great place to get some exercise and enjoy the great outdoors. Bosque de Chapultepec is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Mexico City and immerse themselves in nature. The park gets its name from grasshoppers (chapulines). It was once called the Grasshopper Hill. You will also see dried chapulines being sold all over the park. There are many paths in the center of the park lined with stalls selling trinkets and souvenirs, as well as snacks, fruit, and drinks. You can also see the Danza de los Voladores, which is the traditional ritual, where 4 men climb a pole and swing down. There is a pole for this in the park section in front of the Museo de Antropologia. This is a great place to have a picnic, or just stroll around. You can get a great view of the entire park from on top of the Castill de Chapultepec.

The Museo Jumex is a contemporary art museum located in the Polanco neighborhood of Mexico City. It is just next door to the Soumaya. The museum is housed in a stunning building designed by British architect David Chipperfield and features a diverse collection of modern and contemporary art. Entry is free. Be prepared to walk up several flights of stairs. They do not allow you to use the elevators. Also, be prepared for the security guards to scrutinize you and look at you like you are on the verge of committing a crime. There is a cafe on the first floor. It's a bit overpriced and the service is pretty bad, but the food is good.

Plaza Jardín Hidalgo, also known as Jardín Centenario, is a charming and lively square located in the heart of the Coyoacán neighborhood of Mexico City. The square is named after Miguel Hidalgo, a national hero who played a crucial role in Mexico's fight for independence. It is surrounded by colorful colonial-style buildings. The square is home to a variety of vendors, street performers, and cafes, making it a great place to people-watch and soak up the local atmosphere. It is in this plaza that you can find the COYOACAN letters to take a nice photo.