Mexico City, Mexico — Know before you go
Mexico City is a vibrant metropolis steeped in history, art, and culture, offering a dazzling array of museums, ancient ruins, bustling markets, and world-class cuisine. It's a dynamic destination that seamlessly blends pre-Hispanic heritage with modern urban life.
- Currency
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Language
- Spanish; English is widely spoken in tourist areas and by younger generations.
- Time zone
- Central Standard Time (CST), UTC-6
- Electricity
- Type A and B plugs, 127V voltage
- Best time to visit
- March to May (dry season, pleasant temperatures) and September to November (pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds after summer)
- Typical stay
- 3-5 days
Tipping, transport, food, culture, neighbourhoods, safety, emergency numbers and local phrases for Mexico City.