The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City

The courtyard of Casa Gilardi // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

I recently had the chance to visit Mexico City and during my trip I fell in love with how beautiful the city is. I never would have guessed just how many pretty photo spots Mexico City has to offer. From restaurants to hotels to markets, CDMX has plenty of Instagram worthy places to discover during your visit!

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Around the City

Casa Gilardi

Casa Gilardi is truly the place of Instagram dreams. This is one of the most colorful pieces of architecture Iโ€™ve ever been to. From pink and purple walls, to a yellow hallway and a technicolor swimming pool, itโ€™s well worth it to reach out and arrange a tour of the house in advance of your trip to CDMX.

Pink walls at Casa Gilardi // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

The yellow hallway at Casa Gilardi // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

La Casa Azul

Known also as the Frida Kahlo Museum or The Blue House, La Casa Azul is a historic art and house museum dedicated to the life and work of Frida Kahlo and is one of the most popular attractions in Mexico City. Frida was born, raised, and died within the house, so it is a true memorial to her. While the museum can be quite busy and therefore difficult to photograph without other people getting in the way, you should definitely pre-book your visit and make time to explore Fridaโ€™s life and art here.

La Casa Azul, the Frida Kahlo Museum // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

La Casa Azul, the Frida Kahlo Museum // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

La Casa Azul, the Frida Kahlo Museum // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

La Casa Azul, the Frida Kahlo Museum // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Catedral Metropolitana

Catedral Metropolitana, with its tile patterns in front of the cathedral along with the impressive exterior and magnificent wooden doors, makes for a great photo stop while in the Zรณcalo, Mexico Cityโ€™s main plaza. Nearby, you can also explore the Palacio Nacional and the ruins of Templo Mayor.

Catedral Metropolitana // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Chimalistac Neighborhood in Coyoacรกn

Wandering the streets of Chimalistac, youโ€™ll find some of the most photogenic houses in Mexico City. From intricate carved doors to tiled walls and cobblestone streets, there are plenty of Insta-worthy spots in this area of the city.

Coyoacรกn // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Coyoacรกn // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

La Ciudadela

A trip to Mexico City isnโ€™t complete without a visit to this market! Here youโ€™ll find all the vibrant creations from Mexican artisans, such as blankets, hammocks, bags, and embroidered clothing. Bring your pesos and be ready to shop!

Shopping at La Ciudadela // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Mercado de San Juan

This is a very different type of market compared to La Ciudadela. The San Juan Market is more than 150 years old and is frequented by locals looking for fresh fruit, exotic ingredients, and gourmet delicacies.

Fruit stall inside San Juan Market // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Palacio de Bellas Artes

Bellas Artes is an architectural marvel that you must see when visiting Mexico City. For the best picture, go into the Sears building across the street and up to the 8th floor to the cafe, Finca Don Porfirio. You just canโ€™t beat this view of Bellas Artes!

Bellas Artes // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Bellas Artes // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Xochimilco

In Xochimilco youโ€™ll find canals originally built by the Aztecs and colorful gondolas, called trajineras, floating along the waterways around the chinampas, which are artificial islands. Make sure to pre-plan your trip here so you can experience a gondola ride around the area!

The trajineras of Xochimilco // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

A trajinera along Xochimilco // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Xochimilco // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Teotihuacรกn

This one is a bit outside of Mexico City, about 45 minutes to an hour drive away, but itโ€™s well worth it! In my opinion, the best photo op to be had here is to sit on top of the Moon Pyramid looking outwards over the Sun Pyramid.

The Moon Pyramid at Teotihuacรกn // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Teotihuacรกn // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Restaurants

Corazรณn de Maguey

Delicious Mexican food and amazing mezcal in the heart of Coyoacรกn.

Corazon de Maguey // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Corazon de Maguey // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Corazon de Maguey // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Azul Histรณrico

Located inside the Downtown Mรฉxico hotel, this restaurant always has magical decor. Though donโ€™t get too attached to one look – they regularly change it! In the two times Iโ€™ve been Iโ€™ve seen it decorated in red string lights, and another time with beautiful hanging lanterns. Make sure to try the tortilla soup which comes in the adorable bowl seen below!

Azul Histรณrico // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Azul Histรณrico // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Rooftop Lounge Bar at Downtown Mรฉxico

Conveniently upstairs from Azul Histรณrico you can find a super cute rooftop lounge bar with views of the Centro Histรณrico neighborhood. The pool at the Downtown Mรฉxico hotel also cannot be missed.

Rooftop Lounge Bar at Downtown Mรฉxico // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Rooftop Lounge Bar at Downtown Mรฉxico // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Churrerรญa El Moro

There are many Churrerรญa El Moro locations throughout Mexico City, so make sure to stop by for a churro or churro ice cream sandwich as well as a photo op with their photogenic tiles walls.

Churrerรญa El Moro // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Churrerรญa El Moro // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

La Gruta

This restaurant is only about a 10 minute drive from Teotihuacรกn, so make sure to get a lunch reservation for here while youโ€™re out of the city visiting the pyramids. It is quite a unique experience to dine here inside of a cave!

La Gruta Restaurant near Teotihuacรกn // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Hotels

Camino Real Polanco

The Camino Real Polanco hotel was originally designed by architect Ricardo Legorreta for the Mexico City 1968 Olympics. You can find bright colors throughout the property, especially pink and blue, and bold geometric shapes. There are Instagrammable spots galore to be found here.

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Camino Real Polanco // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Camino Real Polanco // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

The pool at Camino Real Polanco // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Hotel Carlota

Hotel Carlota has arguably the most Insta-worthy hotel pool in Mexico city. While the whole property is gorgeous, the pool is the real Instagram standout.

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Hotel Carlota // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

The pool at Hotel Carlota // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Restaurant inside Hotel Carlota // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mรฉxico

Look familiar? This beautiful hotel can be seen in the James Bond movie Spectre and also inspired architecture in the Disney movie Coco.

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Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mรฉxico // The Most Instagrammable Spots in Mexico City #readysetjetset

Know any more Insta-worthy spots in CDMX that I forgot? Tell me in the comments!

Disclaimer: I was hosted in Mexico City by the Mexico City Tourism Board. As always, all opinions are my own.

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