La Condesa in Mexico City: What to do, where to stay and more

Walk until you get lost. Get lost until you find yourself. La Condesa in Mexico City, charming and with an impressive artistic air, offers this surprising feeling of cultural immersion, without any effort.

In its beautiful streets, while we look at the impressive facades of residences, galleries, restaurants, hotels and bars, we have access to magnificent art deco and art nouveau – European influence under this wonderful Mexican stronghold.

Therefore, by combining the artistic buzz with the tranquility of a neighborhood full of boulevards, you will find excellent options and have great experiences. Therefore, below we present information on what to do in La Condesa in Mexico City.

How to get to La Condesa in Mexico City

It is not difficult to get to La Condesa neighborhood. In short, there are 3 options from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport: metro, metrobús and taxi. For those who need to save money, the first two options are perfect.

The metrobus line leaves the airport and heads towards the city center, passing through the main hotel areas, including La Condesa. To catch it, head to terminals 1 or 2.

However, to go by metro, you can only go to terminal 1. In the case of the metro, depending on your destination, you may need to connect. Be careful. If you have a lot of luggage, Uber or a taxi are the best options for you.

Taxis are a more expensive option. That doesn't mean they're expensive. As long as you agree on the price in advance with the taxi driver, it usually works out quite cheap.

Where to stay in La Condesa

As we explained above, La Condesa in Mexico City is a neighborhood that combines hotels, bars, restaurants, and residences. Therefore, there are accommodation options for all tastes and budgets. You can choose an equipped apartment, a boutique hotel, or even a house, and you will find it there.

Two excellent options are the Mexico Park – a charming boutique hotel nestled in a tangle of beautiful facades and century-old trees – and the deco house – spacious and comfortable accommodation, topped off with a great breakfast in La Condesa.

What to do in La Condesa in Mexico City

Stroll through the neighborhood, admire and interact with the landscape, walk along the boulevards lined with beautiful trees, visit galleries, parks and beautiful buildings. In short, La Condesa in Mexico City offers that inviting tranquility for a leisurely stroll.

But to organize the route and not miss the main attractions, we will mention some places that you will definitely enjoy visiting. A good place to start is the area located between Mazatlán, Atlixto and Vicente Suárez streets. This is the most popular area of ​​the neighborhood, with places that are especially crowded with young people.

Away from the noise, we have a beautiful park built in the 1920s – Plaza de México, where, if you’re lucky, you might find recitals or outdoor plays. Galleries and sculptures are scattered throughout the parks, squares and sidewalks. You’re sure to be amazed by the experience.

Restaurants and bars in La Condesa

At El Califa you can try traditional tacos from Mexico City.

For mealtimes or a break to enjoy music, conversation and contemplation, there are countless options among restaurants, cafés, bistros and bars in La Condesa.

Among the best restaurants in La Condesa, El Califa is the place to go for lunch. On the other hand, for quick stops to rehydrate and rest, we recommend Xampaneria, La Clandestina and Black Taiga. But there are many options available, spread throughout the neighborhood on most blocks.

Then, at dusk – to recharge your batteries and prepare for the evening – we invite you to Matisse. Good company and a light meal, accompanied by music.

With a massive presence of bars, pubs and clubs, the nightlife in La Condesa in Mexico City is lively. Stay hydrated and enjoy the great attractions from the beginning to the end of the day that will leave you wanting to come back for a second round.

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