Museo Jumex
Inside a white travertine structure designed by British architect David Chipperfield, the museum exhibits work by prolific artists such as Damien Hirst, Gabriel Orozco, and Cy Twombly.
Mexico City
Museo Jumex
Inside a white travertine structure designed by British architect David Chipperfield, the museum exhibits work by prolific artists such as Damien Hirst, Gabriel Orozco, and Cy Twombly.
National Museum of Anthropology
The 600,000-plus objects housed in the museum trace the cultural evolution of Mexico, from 5000 B.C.E. to the 1500s and beyond.
National Museum of Anthropology
The 600,000-plus objects housed in the museum trace the cultural evolution of Mexico, from 5000 B.C.E. to the 1500s and beyond.
Museo Frida Kahlo
Visitors get a glimpse inside the home of beloved Mexican artist Frida Kahlo's, who has gained worldwide acclaim as a feminist hero.
Museo Frida Kahlo
Visitors get a glimpse inside the home of beloved Mexican artist Frida Kahlo's, who has gained worldwide acclaim as a feminist hero.
Museo Dolores Olmedo
After she passed away in 2002, Dolores Olmedo's home and expansive art collection were opened to the public. Highlights include works by Diego River and Frida Kahlo, as well as pre-Hispanic folk art.
Museo Dolores Olmedo
After she passed away in 2002, Dolores Olmedo's home and expansive art collection were opened to the public. Highlights include works by Diego River and Frida Kahlo, as well as pre-Hispanic folk art.
Luis Barragán Home and Studio
Luis Barragán was Mexico's most acclaimed modernist architect, known for bold colors and pared-down structures. His home was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is well worth a visit.
Luis Barragán Home and Studio
Luis Barragán was Mexico's most acclaimed modernist architect, known for bold colors and pared-down structures. His home was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is well worth a visit.
Museo Soumaya
The striking, undulating exterior by Fernando Romero is a must-see, but the museum's interiors and private collection from Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim may be a letdown.
Museo Soumaya
The striking, undulating exterior by Fernando Romero is a must-see, but the museum's interiors and private collection from Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim may be a letdown.
Archivo de Diseño y Arquitectura
Fernando Romero and his wife, Soumaya Slim, are behind this design-focused gallery. On display: the 1,500 curios they've amassed over the years.
Archivo de Diseño y Arquitectura
Fernando Romero and his wife, Soumaya Slim, are behind this design-focused gallery. On display: the 1,500 curios they've amassed over the years.
Museo del Objeto del Objeto
The offbeat institution offers exhibitions of consumer objects, ranging from the modern Mexican kitchen to the iconic blue Nivea cream jar.
Museo del Objeto del Objeto
The offbeat institution offers exhibitions of consumer objects, ranging from the modern Mexican kitchen to the iconic blue Nivea cream jar.
Kurimanzutto
Power-house dealers Mónica Manzutto and José Kuri’s internationally-renowned gallery, set in a dramatically refurbished bakery, helped spawn Mexico City’s contemporary art movement in the ’90s.
Kurimanzutto
Power-house dealers Mónica Manzutto and José Kuri’s internationally-renowned gallery, set in a dramatically refurbished bakery, helped spawn Mexico City’s contemporary art movement in the ’90s.
House of Gaga
A go-to gallery to catch a glimpse of work by emerging artists. Don't worry—there's no relation to the American pop star.
House of Gaga
A go-to gallery to catch a glimpse of work by emerging artists. Don't worry—there's no relation to the American pop star.
OMR
A local institution, OMR has established the standard for local talent across numerous genres since the 1980s.
OMR
A local institution, OMR has established the standard for local talent across numerous genres since the 1980s.
Galería Hilario Galguera
Here, impressively stark spaces set the stage for themed and single-artist shows. Included on the artist roster are Daniel Buren, Damien Hirst, and Bosco Sodi.
Galería Hilario Galguera
Here, impressively stark spaces set the stage for themed and single-artist shows. Included on the artist roster are Daniel Buren, Damien Hirst, and Bosco Sodi.
Limosneros
Located in the heart of the Centro Histórico, Limosneros is Mexican to the core. Dishes are classic yet creative, and the 400-year–old colonial structure, updated by the owner, balances original features with a contemporary simplicity.
Limosneros
Located in the heart of the Centro Histórico, Limosneros is Mexican to the core. Dishes are classic yet creative, and the 400-year–old colonial structure, updated by the owner, balances original features with a contemporary simplicity.
Merkavá
Here, refined Jerusalem cuisine complements considered interiors, done up in golden stone, black clay, and undulating blond wood paneling spiked with gold leaf.
Merkavá
Here, refined Jerusalem cuisine complements considered interiors, done up in golden stone, black clay, and undulating blond wood paneling spiked with gold leaf.
Nexo
The beautiful combinations of market ingredients this spot turns out are influenced by European cuisine—as is the Scandi-esque dining room—and span everything from housemade ravioli to Spanish arroz negro.
Nexo
The beautiful combinations of market ingredients this spot turns out are influenced by European cuisine—as is the Scandi-esque dining room—and span everything from housemade ravioli to Spanish arroz negro.
Parián Condesa
The just-opened gourmet market peddles high-end tacos and ceviche made with hyper-local produce.
Parián Condesa
The just-opened gourmet market peddles high-end tacos and ceviche made with hyper-local produce.
Tori Tori
Considered one of the best places for Japanese cuisine, in part for an imaginative design that is as big of a draw as the sushi.
Tori Tori
Considered one of the best places for Japanese cuisine, in part for an imaginative design that is as big of a draw as the sushi.
Hotel Carlota
Set in a formerly dowdy ’60s structure in the up-and-coming Cuauhtémoc neighborhood, the sleek new Hotel Carlota’s restaurant is one of the hottest tables in town.
Hotel Carlota
Set in a formerly dowdy ’60s structure in the up-and-coming Cuauhtémoc neighborhood, the sleek new Hotel Carlota’s restaurant is one of the hottest tables in town.
Bucardón
Cool elegance prevails at this a cement-walled venue, which doubles as an art gallery and hosts live music.
Bucardón
Cool elegance prevails at this a cement-walled venue, which doubles as an art gallery and hosts live music.
Felina Bar
An intimate spot in Condesa, designed to mimic a stylish loft with retro wallpaper and midcentury furniture culled from flea markets.
Felina Bar
An intimate spot in Condesa, designed to mimic a stylish loft with retro wallpaper and midcentury furniture culled from flea markets.
Downtown Mexico
At Grupo Habita’s 17-room resort, Cherem Arquitectos cunningly restored a 17th-century palace while maintaining its historic integrity.
Downtown Mexico
At Grupo Habita’s 17-room resort, Cherem Arquitectos cunningly restored a 17th-century palace while maintaining its historic integrity.
Distrito Capital
Parisian designer Joseph Dirand envisioned the midcentury aesthetic that pervades the 30 rooms and public spaces. Another highlight: the fifth-floor restaurant conceptualized by chef Enrique Olvera.
Distrito Capital
Parisian designer Joseph Dirand envisioned the midcentury aesthetic that pervades the 30 rooms and public spaces. Another highlight: the fifth-floor restaurant conceptualized by chef Enrique Olvera.
La Valise
Located on a quiet street in Colonia Roma, the Emmanuel Picault-designed resort offers just three suites. The rooms are outfitted with bold touches such as a Yucatecan hammock, and a ’60s coffee table covered in crocodile skin.
La Valise
Located on a quiet street in Colonia Roma, the Emmanuel Picault-designed resort offers just three suites. The rooms are outfitted with bold touches such as a Yucatecan hammock, and a ’60s coffee table covered in crocodile skin.
AR218
A private home-turned-hotel in Condesa, AR218 features an original art deco facade that blends seamlessly with a contemporary glass, steel, and concrete tower.
AR218
A private home-turned-hotel in Condesa, AR218 features an original art deco facade that blends seamlessly with a contemporary glass, steel, and concrete tower.
Las Alcobas
Canadian firm Yabu Pushelberg used the surrounding neighborhood as a reference point, making it the place to say in Polanco.
Las Alcobas
Canadian firm Yabu Pushelberg used the surrounding neighborhood as a reference point, making it the place to say in Polanco.
Carla Fernández
The work on display in the Polanco boutique may be avant-garde—leather-embroidered ponchos, sleeved rebozos—but it’s firmly rooted in indigenous craft and weaving.
Carla Fernández
The work on display in the Polanco boutique may be avant-garde—leather-embroidered ponchos, sleeved rebozos—but it’s firmly rooted in indigenous craft and weaving.
Lorena Saravia
Current fashion star Lorena Saravia shows off her minimalist label in this spare space on the city’s most luxurious retail avenue, Masaryk.
Lorena Saravia
Current fashion star Lorena Saravia shows off her minimalist label in this spare space on the city’s most luxurious retail avenue, Masaryk.
Yakampot
Designed by Emiliano Godoy and Tuux with brick and patterned tile, the interior mirrors the pared-down womenswear on display, handcrafted by artisans from all over the country.
Yakampot
Designed by Emiliano Godoy and Tuux with brick and patterned tile, the interior mirrors the pared-down womenswear on display, handcrafted by artisans from all over the country.
Uncommon Market
A Polanco-based encore to the cult concept shop Common People, the brainchild of husband-and-wife duo Max Feldman and Monika Biringer.
Uncommon Market
A Polanco-based encore to the cult concept shop Common People, the brainchild of husband-and-wife duo Max Feldman and Monika Biringer.
Barrio Alameda
A modern take on a mini-mall, housed in a refurbished historic space.
Barrio Alameda
A modern take on a mini-mall, housed in a refurbished historic space.
Utilitario Mexicano
Don't miss the contemporary home goods on view in this stylish outpost.
Utilitario Mexicano
Don't miss the contemporary home goods on view in this stylish outpost.
Common People
The theatrical three-floor space was imagined by a team of stage and interior designers. Expect a rooftop café, barbershop, and labels such as Rick Owens and Tomorrowland Tailors.
Common People
The theatrical three-floor space was imagined by a team of stage and interior designers. Expect a rooftop café, barbershop, and labels such as Rick Owens and Tomorrowland Tailors.
Hom
A can't-miss boutique for lovers of postmodern fashion, located inside Barrio Alameda.
Hom
A can't-miss boutique for lovers of postmodern fashion, located inside Barrio Alameda.