Santa Fe Travel Guide

Mexico City
Santa Fe which includes modern architecture
Mexico City’s urban redevelopment jewel is this shining neighbourhood on the southwest side that was once considered a dump.

Look for some of Mexico City’s most impressive modern architecture in the neighbourhood of Santa Fé in the outskirts of the city. The beautiful and modern buildings are particularly impressive, knowing that the area was often used as a dumping ground until recent years.

During the 1990s, city planners began efforts to create commercial and residential areas in Santa Fé that were especially designed to work with the area’s difficult geologic and environmental constraints. See some of these structures along the stretch between Santa Fé’s historical centre and central commercial district. Tour the Universidad Iberoamericana’s campus in this area and attend a cultural event in one of its venues. Visit the area’s Centro Comercial Santa Fé shopping mall, one of the largest in the area. 

One example of unique neighbourhood architecture is Garden Santa Fe, a large centre which includes American-style mall stores and excellent Mexican food. Its singularity lies in its location, fully underground. Marvel at the unique central gardens that use tall glass enclosures to bring light from aboveground into the several layers of shopping below ground. Enter at street level and take escalators and elevators to lower levels for shopping, dining and even bowling. Check the mall’s schedule to see what special events are planned during your stay. Take advantage of the seasonal ice skating rink.

The Ministry of Defence has a vast military complex to the northwest of the neighbourhood of Santa Fé. Near here, look for shiny and tall international hotels and corporate headquarters interspersed with residential high-rises. Undeveloped parkland also lies along this stretch. Visit the Parque Ecologico Jalalpa for open grassy areas, kids’ playgrounds and a small aquatic park. More public space development is in the planning stages.

Santa Fé is about 9 miles (14 kilometres) from Mexico City’s historic centre. This trip may take an hour by car and even longer by bus no train currently serves the area. See planned urban development in progress with a visit to Santa Fé.


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Top hotels in Santa Fe

Camino Real Santa Fe
Camino Real Santa Fe
5 out of 5
Mexico City
The price is ₹5,670 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
₹5,670
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,061 reviews)
Simply very convenient
"Great location and place"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

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Live Aqua Ciudad de México Bosques de las Lomas
Live Aqua Ciudad de México Bosques de las Lomas
5 out of 5
Av. Paseo de los Tamarindos No. 98, Col. Bosques de las Lomas, Mexico City
The price is ₹20,844 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹20,844
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
4 out of 5
Mexico City
The price is ₹9,917 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
₹9,917
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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8.4/10 Very Good! (7,403 reviews)
"Easy access to airport, easy check in, clean place!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

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Sheraton Mexico City Maria Isabel Hotel
Sheraton Mexico City Maria Isabel Hotel
4 out of 5
Paseo de la Reforma 325, Col. Cuauhtemoc, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is ₹8,436 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
₹8,436
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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Fiesta Inn Aeropuerto Ciudad de Mexico
Fiesta Inn Aeropuerto Ciudad de Mexico
3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Puerto Aereo 502, Mexico City, CDMX
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The price is ₹9,074 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹9,074
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30 Mar - 31 Mar
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,715 reviews)
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Fiesta Inn Aeropuerto Ciudad de Mexico
Barceló México Reforma
Barceló México Reforma
4.5 out of 5
Paseo De La Reforma 1, Mexico City
The price is ₹10,222 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
₹10,222
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
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9/10 Wonderful! (3,128 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Fe

Santa Fe which includes modern architecture

Alvaro Obregon

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Alvaro Obregon. Top attractions like Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo House Studio Museum and Samara Shops are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vasco de Quiroga Station or Valentín Campa Station to see more of the city.

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Miguel Hidalgo

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Miguel Hidalgo. Top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Papalote Museo del Nino are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.

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Nápoles

Nápoles is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pepsi Center and Blue Stadium while you're in town.

Nápoles
Coyoacan which includes signage

Coyoacan

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Estadio Azteca and Frida Kahlo Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.

Coyoacan
Polanco which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a park

Polanco

5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Polanco, you might enjoy attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Polanco Station to see more of the city.

Polanco
La Condesa featuring café scenes

La Condesa

Spend some time visiting places like Spain Park while getting to know La Condesa, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Patriotism Station or Chilpancingo Station to see more of the area.

La Condesa


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