TRAVEL
GETTING TO MEXICO CITY
We recommend to arrive to Mexico City (also known as CDMX) at least on Thursday, May 6, 2021. All major airlines have direct flights to Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX). If you need help finding the right flight please let us know.
GETTING TO THE WEDDING VENUE
We recommend you arrive to Valle de Bravo (the wedding town) at least on Friday 7, 2021.
The wedding venue is located in the outskirts of Valle de Bravo, a small picturesque town about 2 hours away from Mexico City. More details about the transportation options from CDMX to Valle de Bravo and from Valle de Bravo to the wedding venue will be provided later.
If you need further references, please take a look at the attached map on the top right corner of this section or you can also look for the venue in Google Maps as "Jardin Basilico Estado de Mexico" or "Jardin Basilico Valle de Bravo""
WHERE TO STAY IN CDMX
Mexico has plenty of options to stay, hotels and airbnb´s for all budgets. Click on the map to the right, anything within the red circle should be perfect!
We recommend the following areas:
* Polanco
* Anzures
* Cuauhtémoc
* Roma
* Condesa
These neigborhoods have several food options and are close to the main attractions.
WHERE TO STAY IN VALLE DE BRAVO
Please take a look at the HOTELS section in this website.
WHERE TO EAT IN CDMX
* TACOS DON JUAN - Probably the best tacos in town:
www.tripadvisor.com.mx/Restaurant_Review-g150800-d7776509-Reviews-Tacos_Don_Juan-Mexico_City_Central_Mexico_and_Gulf_Coast.html
* EL PESCADITO - Just across from Tacos Don Juan, a classic from La Condesa:
elpescadito.mx/
* LA ZARANDA - One of our favorite seafood places:
www.opentable.com.mx/r/la-zaranda-miravalle-ciudad-de-mexico
* LA COYOACANA - One of the best cantinas in town. Come early (before noon) to get a seat:
lacoyoacana.com/
* CONTRAMAR - Another pretty good seafood place in Colonia Roma
Tel. (55) 5514 9217
www.opentable.com.mx
* SAN ANGEL INN - Traditional Mexican in the south of CDMX (San Angel). If you go there on a saturday, you might as well visit the Art market just a few blocks from there.
Tel. (55) 5616 1402
www.sanangelinn.com
* AZUL HISTÓRICO - Mexican Cuisine - City Center at Downtown Hotel
Tel. (55) 5510 1316
* Other Good Recommendations:
www.cntraveler.com/gallery/best-restaurants-in-mexico-city
foodandpleasure.com/restaurantes-para-reuniones-navidenas-1/?fbclid=IwAR2h9uC71VbalpSqAzk65RWBYxuQYotDzvIaMG4H7b5VHJ-1q47d-2JDSeU
TERRACES AND ROOFTOPS
www.hiddencorners.com.mx/best-terraces-mexico-city/
www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-mexico-city.html
WHERE TO EAT IN VALLE DE BRAVO
* CINCO - Located within the Cinco Rodavento Hotel, it is a great option with a nice view of the lake.
https://www.cincorodavento.com/en/dining
* NUESTRO - Located within the Casa Rodavento Hotel, they offer a farm-to-table menu with wine tastings on some weekends.
https://www.lacasarodavento.com/en/restaurant
* LOS VELEROS - Good mexican food right infront of the lake.
https://www.tripadvisor.com.mx/Restaurant_Review-g499427-d1032670-Reviews-Los_Veleros-Valle_de_Bravo_Central_Mexico_and_Gulf_Coast.html
WHAT TO DO IN CDMX
MUSEUMS
The most popular ones:
* Museo de Antropología
* Museo Tamayo
* Museo de Arte Contemporáneo
* Museo Jumex
* Museo Soumaya
* Museo Frida Kahlo
* Palacio de Bellas Artes
* Castillo de Chapultepec (An actual castle)
More museums: www.cntraveler.com/gallery/best-museums-in-mexico-city
* Please be aware that many museums close on Monday, we recommend to check the websites in advance.
COOL NEIGHBORHOODS
* Centro Histórico
* Roma
* Condesa
* Polanco
* Coyoacán
* San Ángel
ACTIVITIES
* Lucha Libre!!!!!
https://www.businessinsider.com/lucha-libre-match-mexico-city-photos-experience-2019-10
* Still have time?
www.atlasobscura.com/things-to-do/mexico-city-mexico/places?page=4
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/mexico/articles/20-must-visit-attractions-in-mexico-city/
https://www.timeout.com/mexico-city/things-to-do/best-things-to-do-in-mexico-city
https://www.ticketmaster.com.mx/?language=en-us®ion=802
WHAT TO DO IN VALLE DE BRAVO
You can always find an array of interesting things to do in Valle de Bravo, including many ecological, historical, cultural and religious attractions that appeal to every kind of tourist. The wonderful geographical characteristics of this destination are just as suitable for doing all sorts of sports, as for spending a romantic getaway or taking an adventurous trip. Regardless of your preference, the beautiful landscape is ideal for spending time outdoors, enjoying nature, or even meditating.
In the following links you will find several things to do during your stay in Valle de Bravo:
https://www.bestday.com/Valle-de-Bravo/Attractions/
https://www.hotelrodavento.com/en/activities/adventure-activities-in-valle-de-bravo
MOVING AROUND IN CDMX
* We recommend to use Uber to move around town. It´s safer and cheaper than city taxis.
* TURIBUS Easiest way to see the city! We recommend the Centro Historico and South Routes. You can buy your tickets with the hotel concierge!
www.turibus.com.mx/?lg=en#1
* Turibus Pyramids of Teotihuacan. Biggest archeological site in Mexico. There are several tours to take you there, its a full day tour.
www.turibus.com.mx/Tours1Dia
MOVING AROUND IN VALLE DE BRAVO
Valle the Bravo is a very walkable small town. In case you want to leave downtown we recommend you to take a taxi, however, please keep in mind that they only take cash, so make sure to have some mexican pesos with you. Also, you can get a taxi from most of the hotels´ reception desks.
* Yucatán Península - Mérida, Chichen Itzá, Tulum, Cozumel.
* Puebla & Oaxaca - Colonial cities, great food.
* Querétaro & Guanajuato - Querétaro Capital, Peña de Bernal, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato Capital
* Jalisco - Guadalajara, Tequila and Puerto Vallarta
* Baja California Sur - La Paz, Todos Santos and Cabo San Lucas.
* Baja California - Tijuana, Ensenada, Valle de Guadalupe
Let us know if you need help to decide!