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Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución)
CultureVisit: ~60 min
Main square of Mexico City and one of the largest in the world, built over the centre of ancient Tenochtitlan. It is surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Palace and government buildings. It hosts civic events, concerts and celebrations. In the centre rises a large flagpole with the enormous flag of Mexico.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución): 3 missions
- Go up to a rooftop with views of the ZócaloLook for a terrace in the surrounding buildings and take a panoramic shot of the whole square.
- Look at the great flag in the centre of the ZócaloStand in the centre of the square and contemplate the enormous Mexican flag, with the Cathedral in the background.
- Observe the facade of the National PalaceWalk along the eastern side of the square and notice the long facade and the palace's doors.
Near Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución)
Metropolitan Cathedral178 m awayNational Palace189 m awayTemplo Mayor303 m awayFormer College of San Ildefonso442 m awayCafé de Tacuba579 m awayTaquería Los Cocuyos665 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución)?
Allow about 1 h for the visit.
Source: Wikipedia