Mexico City Photos -- National Geographic's Ultimate City Guides

Catedral Metropolitana
Photograph by Krista Rossow
The Catedral Metropolitana in Mexico City's Constitution Square is an imposing example of Spanish Baroque architecture.
Diego Rivera Mural
Photograph by Adriana Zehbrauskas/Polaris
Art lovers view Mexican artist Diego Rivera's "Glorious Victory," on display at Mexico City's Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Bullfighters
Photograph by Russell Gordon/Aurora Photos
Bullfighters ready themselves for the fight at a ring in Mexico City.
Trajineras
Photograph by Russell Gordon/Aurora Photos
In the Xochimilco section of the city, trajineras, brightly painted gondolas, let passengers explore the canals of the region.
Zócalo
Photograph by Russell Gordon/Aurora Photos
Revelers make merry in the zócalo, outside the Catedral Metropolitana.
Ice Rink
Photograph by Adriana Zehbrauskas/Polaris
Ice skaters enjoy a specially made rink in the zócalo that was designed to withstand Mexico City's warm climate.
Café de Tacuba
Photograph by Adriana Zehbrauskas/Polaris
The Café de Tacuba is a bustling breakfast spot in Mexico City's historic downtown.
Palacio de Correos
Photograph by Luis Castaneda/TIPS Images
The graceful architecture of the Palacio de Correos was designed by Italian architect Adamo Boari, at the beginning of the 20th century.
Statue of Virgin Mary
Photograph by Mark Henley/Panos
A statue of Virgin Mary stands beside a public telephone outside the Basilica de Guadalupe.
Palace of Fine Arts
Photograph by Adriana Zehbrauskas/Polaris
Visitors view the Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Palace of Fine Arts.