University City Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
National Autonomous University of Mexico
Stroll across this large university known for its cutting-edge research, cultural entertainment, brilliant art and modernist architecture.
Estadio Olimpico
Catch an event at Estadio Olimpico during your trip to Mexico City. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Paseo de la Reforma
Like the Champs Elysées in Paris, this famous wide avenue provides a distinctive elegance to the historic plan of this huge global city.
Angel of Independence Monument
Gaze upon this tall and majestic structure that symbolizes for the whole nation’s citizens the country’s long struggle for independence.
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, is believed to have appeared on the site of this church, making it an important pilgrimage site for many Catholics.
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Other neighbourhoods around University City
Coyoacan
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.
Tlalpan
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Tlalpan. Cumbres del Ajusco National Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huipulco Station or Xomali Station to see more of the city.
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 Jardines del Pedregal de San Angel 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.
Benito Juarez
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Benito Juarez. Spend some time visiting top spots like Plaza Universidad Shopping Center, and catch the metro at Parque de los Venados Station or Zapata Station to see more of the area.
Nápoles
Nápoles is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pepsi Center and Plaza Mexico while you're in town.
Santa Fe
Consider a visit to Expo Santa Fe Mexico and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Santa Fe. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Santa Fé Station or Vasco de Quiroga Station.
- National Autonomous University of Mexico
- Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
- Zócalo
- Paseo de la Reforma
- Angel of Independence Monument
- Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- World Trade Center Mexico City
- Estadio Azteca
- Palacio de Bellas Artes
- Frida Kahlo Museum
- Alameda Central
- Parque Zoologico de Chapultepec
- Chapultepec Park
- Centro Citibanamex Convention Center
- Monument to the Revolution
- Centro Comercial Perisur
- National Museum of Anthropology
- Antara Polanco
- Reforma 222
- Chapultepec Castle
- Soumaya Museum
- Avenida Presidente Masaryk