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7-day Mexico City itinerary: with Puebla and Tepoztlán

A full week in CDMX covers Puebla, Tepoztlán and a Mexican cooking class. All reachable by bus or day tour.

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Day-by-day plan

Day 1 — Historic Center

Morning

Zócalo, Cathedral and Templo Mayor.

Afternoon

Palacio Nacional and traditional lunch.

Evening

Mezcal in the Centro.

Day 2 — Coyoacán + Frida

Morning

Casa Azul (with reservation).

Afternoon

Coyoacán market and plaza.

Evening

Dinner in Roma-Condesa.

Day 3 — Teotihuacán

Morning

Balloon ride or early arrival at the pyramids.

Afternoon

Pyramid of the Sun and the Moon.

Evening

Back to CDMX, light dinner.

Day 4 — Xochimilco + Chapultepec

Morning

Trajinera in Xochimilco.

Afternoon

National Museum of Anthropology.

Evening

Dinner in Condesa.

Day 5 — Puebla (full day)

Morning

ETN/ADO bus to Puebla (2h); colonial center and cathedral.

Afternoon

Mole poblano at El Mural; talavera and the artists' quarter.

Evening

Back to CDMX at night.

Day 6 — Tepoztlán

Morning

Drive to Tepoztlán (1.5h), hike the Tepozteco (moderate 2h climb).

Afternoon

Tepoztlán market and traditional food.

Evening

Back to CDMX, quiet dinner.

Day 7 — Cooking + shopping

Morning

Mexican cooking class in San Ángel or Roma.

Afternoon

Mercado de la Ciudadela for crafts.

Evening

Last dinner with margaritas and pack.

Pro tip 🧭 Take the ETN or ADO bus to Puebla — comfortable, Wi-Fi included, leaving every 30 min from TAPO. Way cheaper than a private tour.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 7 days enough for Mexico City?
7 days covers the highlights of Mexico City at a comfortable pace. If you want to add nearby trips or slow the rhythm, TripSensei can stretch or shorten this plan to fit you.
When should I book this 7-day trip?
Two to three months ahead works best for Mexico City. Hotels and tours get scarce in high season — message TripSensei with your dates and we'll flag what to lock first.
How much does a 7-day trip to Mexico City cost?
It depends on style: backpacker plans run cheaper than resort stays. Send your budget to TripSensei on WhatsApp and we'll size the plan around it.
Can I do this 7-day itinerary with kids?
Most of this plan works with kids; a couple of stops can be swapped for easier alternatives. Tell TripSensei the ages and we'll adapt it.
Can TripSensei personalize this 7-day itinerary for me?
Yes. Send "Mexico City 7 days" to TripSensei on WhatsApp and we'll tune day-by-day plans to your dates, pace and budget — no app to download.

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