Mexico City pulses with colonial grandeur and modern energy. Wander the Zócalo’s ancient stones, then grab sizzling tacos al pastor from El Huequito for under $3. Ride the efficient metro to Coyoacán’s cobblestone streets, where street art blooms and boutique hotels cost less than $50. Browse book piles at El Mayor Barbo, then watch sunset from Chapultepec Castle—free on Sundays. A vibrant, affordable mosaic of cultures awaits.