Mexico

20 Best Things to Do in Mexico

From Palacio de Bellas Artes down: what real review volume says is worth your time in Mexico.

Order reflects review volume from real travelers across 550 tracked Mexico places, capped at 3 per city. Refreshed monthly.

  1. Palacio de Bellas Artes

    Landmark · Mexico City

    Palacio de Bellas Artes is a stunning cultural center in Mexico City, renowned for its blend of art nouveau and art deco architecture.

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  2. Paseo de la Reforma

    Landmark · Mexico City

    Paseo de la Reforma is Mexico City's most famous avenue, inspired by the Champs-Élysées in Paris.

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  3. Memory and Tolerance Museum

    Museum · Mexico City

    The Memory and Tolerance Museum is a modern, immersive space dedicated to promoting human rights and preventing hate.

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  4. Templo Expiatorio del Santisimo Sacramento

    Religious site · GuadalajaraFree entry

    The Templo Expiatorio del Santísimo Sacramento is the most beautiful church in Guadalajara and one of the finest neo-Gothic buildings in Mexico, a soaring, intricately detailed temple that took more…

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  5. The Palm Cabaret and Bar

    Entertainment · Puerto Vallarta

    The Palm Cabaret and Bar is a beloved entertainment hotspot in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone, renowned for its high-energy drag shows, live music, and cabaret performances.

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  6. Mango Deck Restaurant & Beach Club

    Sight · Cabo San LucasFree entry

    Mango Deck Restaurant & Beach Club is a popular spot on Playa El Medano in Cabo San Lucas, known for its energetic vibe and stunning ocean views.

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  7. Sparitual Los Cabos

    Sight · Cabo San Lucas

    Sparitual Los Cabos is a serene wellness sanctuary located along Av. del Pescador in Cabo San Lucas, consistently ranked among the city's best spas.

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  8. Museo del Acero Horno 3

    Museum · Monterrey

    Museo del Acero Horno 3 (Steel Museum Furnace 3) is a unique museum located in Parque Fundidora, Monterrey, Mexico.

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  9. Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado

    Religious site · CancunFree entry

    Parroquia de Cristo Resucitado, also known as the Church of the Resurrection, is a contemporary architectural marvel located along Kukulcan Boulevard in Cancun's Hotel Zone.

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  10. Macroplaza

    Neighborhood · MonterreyFree entry

    The Macroplaza is an immense public square in the heart of Monterrey, stretching over 40 hectares.

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  11. Andares Centro Comercial

    Market · ZapopanFree entry

    Andares Centro Comercial is a premier shopping mall in Zapopan, part of the upscale Puerta de Hierro development.

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  12. Dolphinaris Tulum

    Park & nature · Tulum

    Dolphinaris Tulum is a popular marine attraction located on the Caribbean coast, just north of Tulum's archaeological zone.

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  13. Playa Brujas

    Park & nature · MazatlanFree entry

    Playa Brujas, meaning 'Witches' Beach,' is a favorite among surfers and sun-seekers on the northern edge of Mazatlán.

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  14. Fish Spa Mexico

    Sight · Cancun

    Fish Spa Mexico offers a distinctive wellness treatment using Garra rufa fish, also known as 'doctor fish.' Located in Cancun, this spa provides a relaxing and ticklish experience where you immerse…

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  15. Cathedral of San Luis Potosi

    Religious site · San Luis PotosiFree entry

    The Cathedral of San Luis Potosi, located on Jose Maria Morelos y Pavon in the city center, is a magnificent example of Mexican Baroque architecture.

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  16. Cenote Aktun Chen

    Park & nature · Akumal

    Cenote Aktun Chen is a popular eco-park located along the Cancun-Tulum corridor, just north of Akumal.

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  17. Museo de Arte Contemporaneo (MARCO)

    Museum · MonterreyFree entry

    The Museo de Arte Contemporaneo (MARCO) is a cornerstone of Monterrey's cultural scene, showcasing an impressive collection of Mexican and international contemporary art.

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  18. Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Zapopan

    Religious site · GuadalajaraFree entry

    The Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Zapopan is a stunning Franciscan church located in the municipality of Zapopan, part of the Guadalajara metropolitan area.

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  19. Playa Puerto Angelito

    Park & nature · Puerto EscondidoFree entry

    Playa Puerto Angelito is a small, sheltered beach located in the heart of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca.

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  20. Glorieta La Minerva

    Landmark · GuadalajaraFree entry

    Glorieta La Minerva is one of Guadalajara's most recognizable landmarks, located at a major roundabout on Avenida Ignacio L.

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By city: Mexico City · Guadalajara · Monterrey · Cabo San Lucas · Puerto Vallarta · Cancun · San Luis Potosi · Zapopan · San Pedro Garza Garcia · Tlaquepaque · Cozumel · Merida — or check visa rules for Mexico

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