Founded by a Basque immigrant, Mexico City's oldest bakery has a history dating back to 1870.

On a cornerstone of the City Museum is the head of a monstrous serpent stolen from an Aztec pyramid 400 years ago.

Hidden for more than a century, the grave of the Conquistador remains forgotten behind these church walls.

Its exhibits are dedicated to educating the public about state terrorism in Mexico.

A few steps from the site of the Tlatelolco massacre, this museum tells the story of Mexico's 1968 student protests.

A close look at the church's walls reveals pieces of Mexico's history.

These haunting ruins of a 700-year-old Prehispanic city have witnessed centuries of wars and massacres.

The world's tallest carillon is located at the top of this skyscraper in Mexico City.

Named after a Mexican president, who once lived nearby, this park in a residential Mexico City neighborhood packs a whole lot of history into a small space.

The entrance to an early 20th-century cultural center features murals that deal with the cultural fusion that characterizes Mexico.

Shop for superb tortillas at this homage to the ancient art of nixtamalization.

A unique hybrid of fountain, stained glass and monument, designed and built by a notable architect-engineer team.

This simple rock stands as a memorial of the major student protests of 1968.

This underground museum highlights the history of Mexico City's subway system.

This striking building appears to defy gravity, a tower balancing atop a much smaller cube.

Explore the history of Mexico's lesser-known ancient alcoholic beverage.

A small building that loosely resembles a tooth is appropriately used as a dentist office.

Some charming, but sadly, unloved animal statues call this park home.

This tiny garden was built specifically to provide a place of peace and serenity away from the busy city streets.

A quirky and charming restaurant founded by artists.

This Mexico City subway station will make you feel like you've been transported to the London Underground.

Worm salt and other local ingredients are on the menu at this cult favorite ice cream shop.

The former Mexican president kept the bullets that killed his predecessor on display in his home, now a museum.

Mexico City decorates its facades with extravagant floral arrangements every year.