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A man rides his bike before a cantina in the bohemian neighborhood of Coyoacán

The bohemian district of Coyoacán was my favorite discovery during my stay in the capital of Mexico. Discover why the spots in this neighborhood are a true gem not to be missed!

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📸 Things to do in Coyoacán (Mexico City)

Below I’ve listed what you can’t miss while visiting the charming neighborhood of Coyoacán in the Mexican capital:

Coyoacán is filled with colorful mansions
Coyoacán, Mexico City´s most charming neighborhood, is filled with colorful mansions
The church of San Juan Bautista is located in Plaza Hidalgo
The church of San Juan Bautista is located in Plaza Hidalgo

A short walk from San Ángel lies Coyoacán, a bohemian district of Mexico City known for its cobbled streets and colonial architecture.

An eye-catching church on my way to Coyoacán
An eye-catching church on my way to Coyoacán
An orange altar in Coyoacán
An orange altar in Coyoacán, in the capital of Mexico
Plaza de Santa Catarina in Coyoacán
Plaza de Santa Catarina in Coyoacán
Street food stand in Coyoacán (Mexico City)
Street food stand in Coyoacán (Mexico City)
A traditional restaurant in Coyoacán (Mexico City)
A traditional restaurant

The long Francisco Sosa Avenue, surrounded by charming corners, leads to Plaza Hidalgo, the heart of the neighborhood.

A portrait of Frida Kahlo
A portrait of Frida Kahlo at the Casa Azul
A prosthesis used by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo
A prosthesis used by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo

Intellectuals, artists and hippies flock to the Frida Kahlo Museum and the León Trotsky House Museum, as well as to art galleries and colorful artisan markets. The chic outdoor cafes sit side by side with quiet ice cream parlors along tree-lined streets.

🇲🇽 What to see beyond Coyoacán

Would you like to know more about what to see in Mexico City and beyond? Check out my travel guide to the capital of Mexico.

Plaza de la Constitución, also known as El Zócalo, is considered the heart of Mexico City
Plaza de la Constitución, also known as El Zócalo, is considered the heart of Mexico City

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