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GET READY FOR MEXICO CITY
Mexico City is one of the world’s most exciting cities, offering its visitors various cultural activities, cuisine, and entertainment. With a history of more than 450 years, historical periods merge, mix, and coexist, creating a beautiful and out-of-the-ordinary urban landscape. The cultural richness of Mexico City may be appreciated in its streets, museums, markets, cuisine, and landmarks, including the different areas of the city, offering an incomparable glimpse of their Mexican folklore. We prepared this guide to help you discover and enjoy this great city, which is capital of museums, art, food, glamour, and Mexico and Latin America’s most important economic center.
Former Aztec Capital: Mexico City, known as Tenochtitlan in ancient times, was founded by the Aztecs in 1325. It was built on an island in the middle of Lake Texcoco.
One of the Largest Cities: With a population of over 20 million people in its metropolitan area, Mexico City is one of the largest cities in the world by population.
High Altitude: Mexico City is situated at an altitude of approximately 2,240 meters (7,350 feet) above sea level, making it one of the highest capital cities in the world.
Cuisine: Mexico City is famous for its diverse and delicious cuisine. From street food like tacos and tamales to high-end restaurants offering traditional and modern Mexican dishes.
Volcanic Landscape: Mexico City is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes, including the iconic Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl.
Day of the Dead: Mexico City celebrates Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with elaborate festivities including colorful altars, parades, and traditional food to honor deceased loved ones.
Exploring these aspects of Mexico City can offer you a deeper understanding and appreciation of its rich history, culture, and vibrancy.
HOTELS
RESTAURANTS & BARS
Hotel Las Alcobas
Av. Pdte. Masaryk 390, Polanco, Polanco
Ill Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de
México, CDMX.
53 300 3900
JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City
Andrés Bello 29, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560
Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 5999 0000
Hyatt Regency Mexico City
Campos Elíseos. 204 Polanco Chapultepec, Polanco, Chapultepec, 11560
Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 5083 1234
InterContinental Presidente México
Campos Elíseos 218, Polanco, Col. Chapultepec Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 5327 7700
W Mexico City
Campos Elíseos 252, Polanco, Chapultepec, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560
Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 9138 1800
Camino Real Polanco México
Calz. Gral. Mariano Escobedo 700, Anzures, Miguel Hidalgo, 11590
Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 5263 8888
Hotel Alteza Polanco
Blas Pascal 111, Polanco, Polanco I Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11510 Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 6724 0133
Dominion Polanco
Aristóteles 21, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 5281 0155
Casa Polanco Hotel Boutique
Luis G. Urbina 84, Polanco, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX
55 5125 0800
Pug Seal Polanco Allan Poe
Edgar Allan Poe 90, Polanco, REFORMA, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México,
CDMX
55 7098 7059
RESTAURANTS & BARS
Au Pied de Cochon
Campos Elíseos 218, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México, CDMX.
French Cuisine
Bajio Polanco
Alejandro Dumas 7, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican Cuisine
Campomar Masaryk
Av. Pdte. Masaryk 264, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Seafood
Quintonil
Av. Isaac Newton 55, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican Cuisine
Parole
Av. Emilio Castelar 163, Polanco, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mediterranean
Il Becco
Av. P.º de la Reforma #500, Hotel FourSeasons, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX.
Italian Cuisine
La imperial Torre Reforma
Av. P.º de la Reforma 483, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican/Bar
Los Canarios
Av. P.º de la Reforma 465, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Del. Cuauhtémoc, CDMX
Mexican/Internacional
El Mesón Gaucho
Av. P.º de la Reforma 380, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Juárez, CDMX
Steakhouse
Casa de Lago
Paseo de la Reforma S/N, Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc, 11100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, México.
Hacienda De Los Morales
MAPA
WEATHER
During September, Mexico City typically experiences its rainy season, yet the weather remains pleasantly mild. Embrace the delightful climate by bringing along water-resistant outerwear and an umbrella for added comfort.
TRANSPORTATION
Uber and Didi operate in Mexico City. We recommend downloading both apps beforehand so you are ready to move.
COMMUNICATION
Emergencies: ☏ 911
How to dial?
Dial the exit code for the country you are currently in, then Mexico’s code (+52) and area code (55) follow by the local number.
[Exit Code] + 52 + 55 + [Local Number]
If you’re calling a number within Mexico City that has 10 digits, you only need to dial +52 followed by the local 10-digit number.
For additional assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our marketing team at marketing@basham.com.mx
MEET THE DELEGATE TEAM
Carlos Velázquez de León
Corporate Law, Foreign Investment, Real Estate, Mergers and Acquisitions, In-Bond Manufacturing Companies, and Energy Law.
carlosv@basham.com.mx 
Mónica Mora
Corporate, Contracts, Mergers and Acquisitions, Foreign Investment, Real Estate and ESG.
Eduardo Kleinberg
Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Franchising, Licensing Practices, Industrial Creations and Industrial Secrets.
Alejandro Catalá
Civil and Criminal Litigation, Arbitration and Compliance.
acatala@basham.com.mx
Juan José López de Silanes
Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions, Real Estate, Foreign Investment, Private Equity and Corporate Governance Consulting.
juanjoselopez@basham.com.mx
Gil Zenteno
Tax Law, Customs Law, Foreign Trade, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law and Social Security Law.
Carlos Martínez Betanzos
Commercial Litigation and Arbitration.
Pedro Said
Corporate / Financial and Banking / Insurance and Reinsurance.
MEXICO CITY
Paseo de los Tamarindos No. 100, Floor 5, Bosques de las Lomas. Cuajimalpa de Morelos, 05120, Mexico City.
P. (52 55) 5261 0400 F. (52 55) 5261 0496
basham@basham.com.mx
MONTERREY
Batallón de San Patricio No. 109, Floor 16, Col. Valle Oriente, Mty, Z.C. 66278
P. (52 81) 8299 2100 F. (52 81) 8299 2109
basham_mty@basham.com.mx
QUERETARO
Prolongación Tecnológico No. 950-B, 12-A Floor, Col. San Pablo Querétaro, Qro., Z.C. 76159
P. (52 44) 2103 2100 F. (52 44) 2199 0506
basham_qro@basham.com.mx
LEON
Plaza de la Paz No. 102, Guanajuato Puerto Interior, Building G100, Suite 806, Silao, Guanajuato, Z.C. 36275
P. (52 472) 500 0180
basham_leon@basham.com.mx
www.basham.com.mx