Mexico
15 Best Landmarks in Mexico
The landmarks travelers rate highest across Mexico, with what makes each worth the trip.
Ranked by traveler review volume across 550 tracked places in Mexico. Updated monthly.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Landmark · Mexico CityPalacio de Bellas Artes is a stunning cultural center in Mexico City, renowned for its blend of art nouveau and art deco architecture.
Read our full guide →Paseo de la Reforma
Landmark · Mexico CityPaseo de la Reforma is Mexico City's most famous avenue, inspired by the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Read our full guide →Zócalo
Landmark · Mexico CityThe Zócalo, officially Plaza de la Constitución, is the main plaza of Mexico City and one of the largest public squares globally, measuring about 240 meters per side.
Read our full guide →Palacio Nacional de Mexico
Landmark · Mexico CityFree entryThe Palacio Nacional (National Palace) anchors the eastern side of Mexico City's vast main square, the Zócalo, and is the seat of the Mexican government, but for visitors its great draw is Diego…
Read our full guide →Plaza Garibaldi
Landmark · Mexico CityPlaza Garibaldi is Mexico City's iconic mariachi hub, pulsing with the sound of trumpets and guitars.
Read our full guide →Glorieta La Minerva
Landmark · GuadalajaraFree entryGlorieta La Minerva is one of Guadalajara's most recognizable landmarks, located at a major roundabout on Avenida Ignacio L.
Read our full guide →Independencia Avenue
Landmark · TlaquepaqueFree entryIndependencia Avenue is the vibrant heart of Tlaquepaque, a picturesque town in the Guadalajara metropolitan area known for its rich artisan heritage.
Read our full guide →Museo Michoacano de las Artesanias
Landmark · MoreliaFree entryMuseo Michoacano de las Artesanias, also known as the Casa de las Artesanías, is a premier destination for traditional Mexican handicrafts in Morelia.
Read our full guide →Glorieta Chapalita
Landmark · GuadalajaraFree entryGlorieta Chapalita is a vibrant roundabout and public square located in the upscale Chapalita neighborhood of Guadalajara.
Read our full guide →Calzada 401
Landmark · San Pedro Garza GarciaFree entryCalzada 401 is a notable landmark located on the prestigious Calzada Del Valle in San Pedro Garza Garcia, a wealthy suburb of Monterrey, Mexico.
Read our full guide →Avenida Presidente Masaryk
Landmark · Mexico CityFree entryAvenida Presidente Masaryk is the premier shopping street in Mexico City, located in the affluent Miguel Hidalgo borough, specifically the Polanco neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Spanish Language Institute - Day Course
Landmark · CuernavacaThe Spanish Language Institute in Cuernavaca provides an intensive day course for learners of all levels, from beginner to advanced.
Read our full guide →Nueve Esquinas
Landmark · GuadalajaraFree entryNueve Esquinas (Nine Corners) is a unique urban intersection in Guadalajara's historic center, where nine streets meet at a single point, creating a distinctive star-shaped plaza.
Read our full guide →Escultura La Estampida
Landmark · GuadalajaraFree entryEscultura La Estampida is an iconic public artwork in Guadalajara, depicting a herd of horses in mid-gallop, seemingly bursting through the ground.
Read our full guide →Plaza Tapatia
Landmark · GuadalajaraFree entryPlaza Tapatia is the heart of Guadalajara's downtown, a sprawling pedestrian plaza that connects several of the city's most important landmarks.
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Good to know
What is the best-known of the landmarks in Mexico?
Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City is the most reviewed, with 11,096 traveler reviews and a 4.7 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.
Which of Mexico's landmarks is worth going out of your way for?
Spanish Language Institute - Day Course in Cuernavaca rates highest at 5.0 out of 5 across 188 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.
Which city in Mexico has the most landmarks?
Mexico City, with 6 on this list, ahead of Guadalajara on 5. The list spans 6 cities in total, capped at three per city so one big city cannot crowd out the rest of the country.
Are any of these landmarks free to visit?
Yes, 10: Palacio Nacional de Mexico, Glorieta La Minerva, Independencia Avenue and others. That is based on each place's own visiting information, not an assumption about the category.
How is this list of landmarks ranked?
By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time, drawn from 550 tracked places in Mexico. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.
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