Milpa Alta Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Zócalo
This is the heart of Mexico City with wide-ranging architecture, cultural events and a lively arts scene.
Paseo de la Reforma
Like the Champs Elysées in Paris, this famous wide avenue provides a distinctive elegance to the historic plan of this huge global city.
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, is believed to have appeared on the site of this church, making it an important pilgrimage site for many Catholics.
Angel of Independence Monument
Gaze upon this tall and majestic structure that symbolizes for the whole nation’s citizens the country’s long struggle for independence.
World Trade Center Mexico City
Learn about the events happening in World Trade Center Mexico City during your trip to Mexico City. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Estadio Azteca
See one of the world’s largest and most famous soccer stadiums, the host to two historic FIFA World Cup championships.
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Other neighbourhoods around Milpa Alta
Tlalpan
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Tlalpan. KidZania Cuicuilco is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huipulco Station or Xomali Station to see more of the city.
Iztapalapa
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Iztapalapa. Top attractions like Central de Abasto and Plaza Central Shopping Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Iztapalapa Station or Cerro de la Estrella Station to see more of the city.
Coyoacan
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Frida Kahlo Museum and Estadio Olimpico are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.
Benito Juarez
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Benito Juarez. Spend some time visiting top spots like Plaza Universidad Shopping Center, and catch the metro at Parque de los Venados Station or Zapata Station to see more of the area.
Iztacalco
The live music and theatres are just a few things visitors like about Iztacalco. Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez and Sports Palace Dome are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Coyuya Station or Iztacalco Station to get around the larger area.
Colonia Roma
Travellers choose Colonia Roma for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Medical Center Station or Insurgentes Station and check out top sights like Avenida Insurgentes.
- Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
- Zócalo
- Paseo de la Reforma
- Angel of Independence Monument
- World Trade Center Mexico City
- Estadio Azteca
- Palacio de Bellas Artes
- Centro Comercial Perisur
- Frida Kahlo Museum
- Parque Zoologico de Chapultepec
- Alameda Central
- Monument to the Revolution
- Chapultepec Park
- Centro Citibanamex Convention Center
- Antara Polanco
- Chapultepec Castle
- National Museum of Anthropology
- Soumaya Museum
- Plaza Garibaldi
- Avenida Presidente Masaryk
- Reforma 222