Things to do in Mexico City

Mexico City perfectly blends tradition and modernity, it boasts all the ingredients necessary to capture the attention of its visitors, thanks to the beauty of its buildings, the great number of museums, its parks, restaurants, and shops which liven up the various neighborhoods. If you want to take a break and get away from the chaos for a bit, treat yourself to a walk in the tranquil neighborhood of Coyoacán, one of the oldest and most beautiful of Mexico City. Here you must visit the Blue House, which was the home of the famous Mexican painter, Frida Kahlo. The house belonged to the Kahlo family starting in 1904 and in 1968 it was transformed into a museum, four years after the artist's death.If you find yourself in Mexico City and you are a music lover, don't forget to include the shows at the Palace of Fine Arts in your itinerary.If time allows it, visit Chapultepec Forest, one of the biggest oases in the city. With an area of 657 hectares, it is divided in three sections with forests, lakes, and various attractions.Additionally, you can't forget about the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), which was declared a World Heritage Site in 2007. On the campus you can admire splendid works of Mexican muralists. Among these figures are the murals of the Olympic Stadium – which hosted the Games in 1968 – signed by the famous Mexican muralist Diego Rivera.