National GeographicJul 21, 2026
Love Mexico City? Here are 6 destinations we think you’ll like, too.
Roam artisan markets, sample regional dishes you won’t find elsewhere, and explore charming historic towns that make you feel like you’ve stepped into the 1700s.
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- Los DanzantesRestaurantThere are two branches, one in Coyoacán, Mexico City, and one in Oaxaca City, Oaxaca; each one has an independent menu.
- Levadura de OllaRestaurantIt is co-owned by chef Thalía Barrios García and its manager Jesús Neftalí Ramos Vargas, who opened it in 2019.
- 20 de NoviembreMarketIconic, smoky hallway of meats for lunch.
- Museum of CulturesMuseumLocated inside Oaxaca’s most famous church.
- Cooperativa 1050ºPlaceSomos una cooperativa de alfareras del Sur de México.
- Mercado La MercedMarket
- Mercado de Benito JuárezMarket
- TERRITUALPlace
- Elsewhere
- Capilla del RosarioPlace of worshipPuebla, MexicoCovered entirely in gold leaf.
- PopocatépetlSightPuebla, MexicoActive volcano; catch a glimpse on a clear day.
- Our Lady of RemediesPlace of worshipPuebla, MexicoOffers a glimpse of Popocatépetl volcano.
- Great Pyramid of CholulaSightPuebla, MexicoWalk through it.
- PariánMarketPuebla, MexicoShop for Talavera pottery.
- Mural de los PoblanosRestaurantPuebla, MexicoTry chiles en nogada and mole poblano.
- Mayan BathsSightSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoNatural spa and hot spring for relaxation.
- Ruta del Vino y QuesoPlaceQuerétaro, MexicoGo wine tasting.
- Casa NostraRestaurantSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoCasa Nostra es una nueva experiencia donde queremos invitarlos y abrirles las puertas de nuestra casa.
- Luna RooftopRestaurantSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoThe most impressive rooftop restaurant in San Miguel de Allende, offering unobstructed city views, innovative…
- Parroquia San Miguel ArcángelPlace of worshipSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoSan Miguel’s famous pink church.
- Jardin de La UnionParkGuanajuato, MexicoAdmire architectural details.
- Teatro JuárezTheatreGuanajuato, MexicoCatch a symphony if you love music.