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great city. very safe. great transport options. keep safe by looking like you know where you are going. people here wont bother you. sooo much to see you really need more than a week. the city is highly polluted is probably the only drawback. also, as with any other city, be careful of your bags....more great city. very safe. great transport options. keep safe by looking like you know where you are going. people here wont bother you. sooo much to see you really need more than a week. the city is highly polluted is probably the only drawback. also, as with any other city, be careful of your bags. never leave them out of your sight. enjoy D.F. it will be worth it.close

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by padraig-butler11393 – posted on Nov 14, 2007

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Mexico is a box of surprises, but not for the people that look down at it... it is full of culture, history, dynamism and \'charme\' and a deep national identity. The food is incredible (not like the edulcorated and chemically charged Tex-Mex version that you find everywhere), the...more Mexico is a box of surprises, but not for the people that look down at it... it is full of culture, history, dynamism and \'charme\' and a deep national identity. The food is incredible (not like the edulcorated and chemically charged Tex-Mex version that you find everywhere), the pleople is joyfull, educated, helpful and proud of their country, they will go the extra mile to show it to you... anyway... go and try to blend in... and you will fall in love with it. close

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by leonce – posted on Oct 25, 2007

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It\'s difficult to explain the amazing experience i had in Mexico City. I recommend to give the city a longer lump of your time than you normally would. it is a city that continually unravels itself for you, in foods - people - sights - history - etc. Whether you prefer walking through...more It\'s difficult to explain the amazing experience i had in Mexico City. I recommend to give the city a longer lump of your time than you normally would. it is a city that continually unravels itself for you, in foods - people - sights - history - etc. Whether you prefer walking through Coyoacan on a weekend, Xochimilco, San Angel, The University, Zocalo, the Bosque de Chapultapec, Teotihuacan, etc. one of the largest cities in the world really will express itself to you if you give it the time.close

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by Drbeau – posted on Oct 22, 2007

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Everyone we knew warned us against going to Mexico city, telling us that we would be kidnapped, mugged, beaten up and conned. Well, we went anyway and none of the above happened us. Like any big city you need to keep your wits about you and we were fascinated by the pace and cultural mix in this...more Everyone we knew warned us against going to Mexico city, telling us that we would be kidnapped, mugged, beaten up and conned. Well, we went anyway and none of the above happened us. Like any big city you need to keep your wits about you and we were fascinated by the pace and cultural mix in this huge metropolis. There's plenty to see and do, just make sure you get the offical guides and taxis (if you chose to go down this route)- its definitely worth it. The only warning that I would give is to watch out in the evenings as the streets seem to empty and it's quite spooky after the hordes of people that are around during the day. Me and my female friend didn't venture out once it got dark and chose to stay put in our hotel! But I loved this vibrant city and would go back again tomorrow if I could!close

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by ashes72 – posted on Jun 27, 2007

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Mexico City is full of historical sites. Zocolo is the center of old Mexico City right on the main square across the street from the Catedral Mayor. The cathedral is a must see and takes from thirty minutes to an hour and a half, depending on the depth of your interest. Just behind the...more Mexico City is full of historical sites. Zocolo is the center of old Mexico City right on the main square across the street from the Catedral Mayor. The cathedral is a must see and takes from thirty minutes to an hour and a half, depending on the depth of your interest. Just behind the cathedral is an archeological site and a museum where Aztec temples have been uncovered. Teotihuacan, the pyramids of the sun and the moon. A two hour trip from Zocolo by tour bus. The price is about 600 pesos per person if you include lunch. Wear shorts, sun screen and climbing shoes. If you take your time, you can make it to the top of both pyramids. This whole site is a must see for any one who is even close to the area. Plan on a whole day for this excursion. Xochimilco Is where the canal gardens still produce flowers and vegetables for sale. An interesting trip to see how things have been done for centuries. This trip will cost about 300 pesos per person and can take a whole dayclose

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by Sonia – posted on May 1, 2007

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Hugee City lots of people running and selling things hahaha its crazy but i love it they have an amazing culture and history tons of museums and cultural places they also have a lot of party districts and all that this big city become one of my favorites of 6 months of...more Hugee City lots of people running and selling things hahaha its crazy but i love it they have an amazing culture and history tons of museums and cultural places they also have a lot of party districts and all that this big city become one of my favorites of 6 months of travellingclose

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by xikirrukis1951 – posted on Apr 6, 2007

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Mexico City has everything for everyone. It the New York City of Mexico. Many bars stay open until almost dawn. There is great Ballet, live theater, and concerts for over half the price of what the same quality of entertainment would cost in the USA. I also enjoy the musuems in Chapultapec...more Mexico City has everything for everyone. It the New York City of Mexico. Many bars stay open until almost dawn. There is great Ballet, live theater, and concerts for over half the price of what the same quality of entertainment would cost in the USA. I also enjoy the musuems in Chapultapec Park; the Anthropology Museum is a must see. In the Zocalo, the murals of Diego Rivera in the National Palace are also something to see. And in the same area, one can visit Templo Mayor. There is so much to do in the City that one can write an entire book just on this city alone: therefore, I will cut this short and conclude with encouragement to go and expericence this city if you ever get the opportunity. The only disappointment for me is the food. I actually like Mexican food in the United States better...the quality of food in Mexico City iis not the same as in the USA....that is just my personal opinion...close

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by sterlingcr – posted on Mar 22, 2007

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We´ve spent about 5 days in Mexico City and we´ve enjoyed it very much. This city is huge, but you don´t feel it when you stay in it.There are milions of small shops and placese to eat on every street, people are really kind and nice, trying to help with your questions...We...more We´ve spent about 5 days in Mexico City and we´ve enjoyed it very much. This city is huge, but you don´t feel it when you stay in it.There are milions of small shops and placese to eat on every street, people are really kind and nice, trying to help with your questions...We were using the tube (underground) very ofen, it´s bit crowded,but as in other big cities. It´s very very cheep and quick way of moving in a town and we didn´t find it dangerous.Taxis are cheep as well, but it takes you more time to move with it, because of often traffic jams. Recomended places-archeological musem, museum of Frida Kahlo, Teothiuacan,...close

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by romana4384 – posted on Feb 14, 2007

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Remember this isn't London or New York. There is a lot of poverty and wear and tear on this city of 22 million or so. Embrace it and experience it. Ride the Metro, eat tacos from street vendors and don't be afraid to go out and see the sights. To come to Mexico City and avoid these things is to...more Remember this isn't London or New York. There is a lot of poverty and wear and tear on this city of 22 million or so. Embrace it and experience it. Ride the Metro, eat tacos from street vendors and don't be afraid to go out and see the sights. To come to Mexico City and avoid these things is to know it...just stay home!close

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by ewgtsi – posted on Sep 21, 2006

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I love shopping for artesania, which was a bit dissapointing to find very few artesania mercados. Other than this I fell in love with Mexico City. Riding the metro was a piece of cake (I lived in NYC, so it came natural to me). I took it everywhere. Traveled alone (female) and at first was very...more I love shopping for artesania, which was a bit dissapointing to find very few artesania mercados. Other than this I fell in love with Mexico City. Riding the metro was a piece of cake (I lived in NYC, so it came natural to me). I took it everywhere. Traveled alone (female) and at first was very hesitant in stepping out in the big city with camera, but did the Zocalo first and once I did so I was a freer person. Engaged people rapidly (native Spanish Speaker) which gave me a lot more insight to many other activities and history not mentioned in tour guide books. Sometimes its was a pain in the butt, all the manifestations going on, cause I would miss sites or things would get canceled but hey Im all for voices to be heard.close

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by uclati – posted on Sep 7, 2006

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