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Current Time in Mexico City, Mexico
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America/Mexico_City
Mexico City Timezone Details
| Timezone | CST/CDT |
| UTC Offset (standard) | UTC-6:00 |
| UTC Offset (summer/DST) | UTC-5:00 |
| Daylight Saving Time | Yes (observed) |
| IANA Timezone ID | America/Mexico_City |
| Country |  Mexico |
| Population | 9.2 million |
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📅 Public Holidays in Mexico (2026)
Upcoming public holidays for Mexico. Dates marked (est.) are approximate and subject to official confirmation.
Jan 1
New Year's Day
Feb 2
Constitution Day
Mar 16
Benito Juarez's Birthday
May 1
Labour Day
Sep 16
Independence Day
Nov 2
Day of the Dead
Nov 16
Revolution Day
Dec 12
Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe
Dec 25
Christmas Day
Business hours may be affected on these dates. Check local schedules before planning calls or visits.
📞 Best Time to Call Mexico City
Find the best hours for a call between Mexico City (CST/CDT, UTC-6:00) and another city.
✈ Mexico City Airport & Flight Time Calculator
✈ MEX
Benito Juárez Intl
🚇 Getting Around Mexico City
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Sistema de Transporte Colectivo (STC) (195 stations)
⏰ 5:00–00:00 (Sun from 6:00) · 12 lines
💡 One of the world's largest and cheapest metro systems. Women-only cars at front during rush hour.
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Metrobús BRT
7 lines
💡 Bus rapid transit on dedicated lanes. Line 4 connects Buenavista to airport area.
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Tren Ligero
💡 Light rail south of the city. Connects Tasqueña metro to Xochimilco — start of trajineras (gondola) experience.
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Uber / InDrive / Official Taxis
💡 Use Uber for safety — hailing street taxis can be risky for tourists. Never get in an unmarked cab.
🎫 Tickets & Passes
Single: MXN $5 (metro, bus) — under $0.30 USD
Day cap: No cap — fares are already very low
Weekly: No pass — just tap QR code
✈ Airport link: Metrobús Line 4 from AICM terminal 1: MXN $30 to downtown (45 min) / Uber: MXN $150–300 (20–40 min)
💡 Mexico City's metro at MXN $5 is one of the cheapest in the world. QR code on phone works as ticket.
📱 Recommended app: CDMX Movilidad app or Uber
🏛 Top Attractions in Mexico City
Highlights, entry prices & insider tips
Museo Nacional de Antropología
MXN $95
Museum
💡 The best archaeology museum in the Americas. Aztec Sun Stone (Calendar Stone) and Mayan artefacts. Allow 3–4 hours.
Zócalo & Templo Mayor
MXN $90 (Templo Mayor)
Historic
💡 Mexico City's vast central square and the ruins of the Aztec Great Temple beneath the cathedral.
Xochimilco Trajineras
MXN $400–600/boat/hr
Nature/Tradition
💡 Floating gardens and colourful gondolas. Go on Saturday for the mariachi boats. 40 min from centre.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
MXN $95
Art/Architecture
💡 Art Nouveau/Art Deco masterpiece. Diego Rivera murals inside are outstanding. Glass roof dome is stunning.
Frida Kahlo Museum (La Casa Azul)
MXN $250
Museum
💡 Frida Kahlo's Coyoacán home — iconic blue house. Book weeks ahead — very limited daily capacity.
Teotihuacan
MXN $100
Historic
💡 50km from city centre. Pyramid of the Sun is 65m tall. Take the Metro + bus combo for cheapest access.
Coyoacán
Free
Neighbourhood
💡 Bohemian suburb with cobblestones, artists' cafés and the legendary Mercado de Coyoacán.
Roma & Condesa neighbourhoods
Free
Neighbourhood
💡 Tree-lined streets, Art Deco buildings, world-class restaurants. The best foodie neighbourhood in the Americas.
🎟 Money-saving tip: Altitude (2,240m) causes headaches in first 24 hours — take it easy and drink water. Food hygiene is important — eat at busy, recommended spots and drink bottled water.
🍽 Where to Eat in Mexico City
Local favourites & must-try dishes
Pujol
££££
Modern Mexican
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Polanco
💡 Latin America's most celebrated restaurant. Enrique Olvera's tasting menu centered on mole madre (aged 1000+ days). Book 2 months ahead.
Quintonil
££££
Mexican Seasonal
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Polanco
💡 Jorge Vallejo's refined Mexican cuisine using traditional ingredients. World's 50 Best restaurant.
El Cardenal
£££
Traditional Mexican
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Historic Centre
💡 The best traditional Mexican breakfast in the city. Champurrado, tamales and chilaquiles. Since 1969.
Taquería El Califa
£
Tacos
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Condesa
💡 Best suadero and pastor tacos in Mexico City. Open until 4am. Simple, perfect, legendary.
Contramar
£££
Mexican Seafood
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Roma Norte
💡 The legendary weekend lunch institution. Tuna tostadas and fish al pastor. Book way ahead for weekends.
Mercado de Jamaica (birria)
£
Mexican
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Jamaica
💡 Birria (braised goat stew) from the market stalls at dawn. One of the best early-morning food experiences.
£ = under MXN $150 · ££ = MXN $150–500 · £££ = MXN $500–1200 · ££££ = MXN $1200+
💡 Local tip: Mexico City is one of the world's greatest food cities. Roma and Condesa are the trendy restaurant neighbourhoods; Tepito and Mercado Jamaica are for authentic street food.
🏨 Where to Stay in Mexico City
Best hotels for every budget
Casa Awolly
MXN $2,500–5,000/night
★★★★
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Roma Norte
💡 Stunning boutique hotel in a converted 1920s mansion. The most atmospheric accommodation in Mexico City.
Hotel Condesa DF
MXN $3,000–6,000/night
★★★★★
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Condesa
💡 Philippe Starck-designed boutique on Parque España. Rooftop terrace is the best in the city.
Hostal Mundo Joven Catedral
MXN $350–700/night
Hostel
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Historic Centre
💡 Best hostel in CDMX. Rooftop bar with Zócalo views. Central, safe and social.
Four Seasons Mexico City
MXN $8,000+/night
★★★★★
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Paseo de la Reforma
💡 The grandest hotel in the city on Reforma boulevard. Central garden courtyard is stunning.
Camino Real Polanco
MXN $3,000–6,000/night
★★★★★
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Polanco
💡 Mexico's first five-star hotel (1968). Ricardo Legorreta architecture, art collection and great pool.
💡 Area tip: Roma, Condesa and Polanco are the safest and most atmospheric neighbourhoods for tourists. Avoid the historic centre for overnight stays (can be noisy). Book well ahead for Día de los Muertos (Nov 1–2).
🎭 Entertainment & Nightlife in Mexico City
Theatres, clubs, live music & local events
Lucha Libre wrestling (Arena México)
Sports
💡 The most fun sporting event in Mexico City — colourful masked wrestlers, passionate crowd. Tuesday, Friday and Sunday nights.
Palacio de Bellas Artes performances
Performing Arts
💡 Ballet Folklórico de México performs here regularly — extraordinary display of regional Mexican folk dance. Book ahead.
Foro Sol / Estadio Azteca concerts
Concerts
💡 Estadio Azteca hosts massive international concert tours. World-class artists regularly include Mexico City on tours.
La Botica Mezcalería
Bars
💡 Multiple locations in Roma/Condesa. Best mezcal selection in the city. Try at least five varieties.
Salon Los Ángeles (salsa)
Dance
💡 Legendary 1937 dance hall in Centro Histórico. Saturday nights: salsa, mambo and danzón. The most authentic Mexico City experience.
MUTEK Mexico City
Festival
💡 November — cutting-edge electronic music and digital arts festival at venues across the city.
Cineteca Nacional
Cinema
💡 Mexico's national film archive and cinema complex. Beautiful outdoor screenings in the Cineteca garden.
Feria de las Flores (Day of the Dead)
Festival
💡 November 1–2 — Día de los Muertos is spectacular across the city, especially at the Mixquic cemetery (1.5h south).
🌙 Nightlife tip: Mexico City nightlife starts very late — clubs fill from midnight to 6am. Roma Norte and Condesa have the most sophisticated bar scene. Mezcal is the local spirit of choice.
💡 Travel Tips for Mexico City
Practical info for a smooth trip
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Currency
Mexican Peso (MXN). Always carry cash for tacos, markets and smaller restaurants. ATMs are widely available — use bank ATMs, not standalone machines. Avoid dynamic currency conversion.
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Weather
Year-round mild climate at 2,240m altitude — 18–25°C most days. Rainy season May–October (afternoon showers). Rarely hot or cold. Bring a light jacket for evenings.
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SIM / Data
Telcel has the best national coverage. Buy a SIM at the airport or any OXXO convenience store — very cheap. 30-day plan with 20GB+ from ~$8 USD.
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Plugs
Type A/B (120V). Same as the US — most European devices need voltage adapters.
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Tipping
10–15% at restaurants. Tip in cash (pesos) directly to the server. Bellboys, housekeeping and taxi drivers also appreciate tips.
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Water
DO NOT drink tap water. Drink bottled or filtered water only. Even locals mostly drink bottled water. Avoid ice at street stalls.
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Emergency
Call 911 for all emergencies (English operators available). Tourist police (Policía de Turismo): +52 55 5533 0942.
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Safety
Roma, Condesa, Polanco, Coyoacán and San Ángel are very safe tourist neighbourhoods. Use Uber (not street taxis) for safety. Avoid Tepito, Doctores and Iztapalapa at night.
📅 Best time to visit
March–May (spring, clear skies, low rain, mild temperatures — the best weather). October–December (dry season resumes, Día de los Muertos in November is unmissable). Avoid July–August (peak rainy season).
🛂 Visa information
Visa-free for US, Canada, EU, UK, Australia (up to 180 days). Fill in the FMM tourist card on arrival (digital form now available). No tourist fee if arriving by air.
About Mexico City Time Zone (CST/CDT)
Mexico City, the capital of Mexico, is on Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) in winter and Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5) in summer. Mexico City is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world.
Key fact: Mexico City is in the same timezone as Chicago (CST) in winter.
Use the live clock at the top of this page to see the exact current time in Mexico City with seconds. The clock updates every second and uses your browser's timezone database for accuracy.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mexico City Time
What time is it in Mexico City right now? +
The current time in Mexico City, Mexico is displayed by the live clock at the top of this page. Mexico City is in the CST/CDT timezone (UTC-6:00 in winter, UTC-5:00 in summer).
What timezone is Mexico City in? +
Mexico City is in the CST/CDT timezone. The IANA timezone identifier is
America/Mexico_City. The UTC offset is -6:00 in winter and -5:00 in summer.Does Mexico City observe Daylight Saving Time? +
Yes, Mexico City observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). Clocks are set forward in spring and back in autumn. In winter, the UTC offset is -6:00; in summer it is -5:00.
What is the UTC offset for Mexico City? +
Mexico City's UTC offset is UTC-6:00 in winter and UTC-5:00 in summer. UTC offset means how many hours ahead of or behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) the local time is.
What is the time difference between Mexico City and London? +
Mexico City (CST/CDT) is UTC-6:00. London (GMT/BST) is UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer. Mexico City is in the same timezone as Chicago (CST) in winter.
How do I convert Mexico City time to UTC? +
To convert Mexico City time to UTC, subtract UTC-6:00 from the local time. For example, if it is 15:00 in Mexico City and the UTC offset is UTC-6:00, you calculate backward to find the UTC equivalent. Use the conversion table on this page for real-time values.
What continent is Mexico City in? +
Mexico City is located in North America. It is the 9.2 million population city in Mexico.
What is the IANA timezone name for Mexico City? +
The IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority) timezone database identifier for Mexico City is
America/Mexico_City. This is the official timezone name used in programming languages and operating systems.What time is sunrise in Mexico City today? +
Today's sunrise and sunset times for Mexico City are displayed live in the weather panel at the top of this page. The exact times update daily based on Mexico City's latitude and the current date. Sunrise typically varies between approximately 5:00–8:00 AM depending on the season, with the earliest sunrises around the summer solstice (June) and the latest around the winter solstice (December).
What time does it get dark in Mexico City? +
Sunset times in Mexico City are shown live at the top of this page. Sunset varies by season: in summer, the sun may set as late as 8:00–9:00 PM, while in winter, sunset can occur as early as 4:00–5:00 PM. Check the live display for today's exact sunset time.
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