Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan an unforgettable trip to Mexico City. Eat sizzling street tacos, explore world-famous museums, ride a colorful gondola, with the latest edition of our Pocket travel guide and find itineraries, fun walking tours and tips so you can discover twice the city in half the time.

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Mexico City. 

This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from crackling through crispy tortillas at seafood hall Contramar; to venturing to the fascinating Museo Frida Kahlo; and riding a colorful trajinera (gondola) at Xochimilco Canals south of the city.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Mexico City travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Mexico City effortlessly
• Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Mexico City
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiences
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Templo Mayor, to Palacio de Bellas Artes, and Basilica de Guadalupe
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Covers: Centro Histórico, Alameda Central, Juárez & Zona Rosa, Roma, Condensa, Polanco Bosque Chapultepec, San Ángel, Coyoacán

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Mexico City.