245Mexico City, MexicoChapultepec Castle: visit Tuesday morning for panoramic Paseo de la Reforma viewsThe only authentic royal castle in the Americas, perched atop Chapultepec Hill. The black-and-white checkered marble ter…PhotographyCultureSightseeing
240Oaxaca, MexicoSip artisanal mezcal slowly with orange slices and sal de gusano—never take shotsAs the Oaxacan saying goes: "Para todo mal, mezcal; para todo bien, también." Traditional 100% agave mezcal should be "k…Things to knowFoodCulture
220Oaxaca, MexicoMonte Albán: arrive at 8:00 AM opening to see mountain clouds clear over ruinsPerched high on a flattened mountain ridge above the Oaxaca Valley, this ancient Zapotec capital has zero shade. Arrivin…SunriseCultureSightseeing
195Oaxaca, MexicoDrink hot chocolate "con agua" at Chocolate Mayordomo for authentic Aztec tasteWhile tourists order hot chocolate made with milk, Oaxacans traditionally brew cacao ground with almonds, cinnamon, and…FoodCulture
310Mexico City, MexicoFrida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) tickets are online only and sell out weeks aheadYou cannot purchase walk-up tickets at the door in Coyoacán. Tickets are released on the official website on a rolling b…Mistakes to avoidCultureSightseeing
