Polanco, Mexico City

Name: Polanco
Address: Mexico City, Mexico

#293 among attractions in Mexico City

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Polanco is an affluent neighborhood in the Miguel Hidalgo borough of Mexico City. Polanco is an upscale colonia, famed for its luxury shopping along Presidente Masaryk Avenue, the most expensive street in Mexico, as well as for the numerous prominent cultural institutions located within the neighborhood, such as the Museo Soumaya and the Colección Jumex. Polanco is often called the "Beverly Hills of Mexico", having one of the country's densest concentrations of luxury shopping, with the most upscale restaurants, high-net-worth individuals, upscale hotels, and diplomatic missions and embassies. It is one of the most desirable real estate markets in Latin America. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 19°25'60"N, 99°11'60"W

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Miguel Hidalgo (Polanco)Mexico City Mexico

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Polanco – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo Nacional de Antropología, Avenida Presidente Masaryk, Chapultepec Castle, Museo Soumaya.

1 miSE
Museum with Mayan artifacts
Museo Nacional de Antropología, Mexico City
26 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Antropología, located in the heart of Mexico City, is a gateway to the ancient cultures of Mexico. As the largest and most visited museum in Mexico, it houses an extensive collection of artifacts from the country's pre-Columbian heritage...
~1620 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Avenida Presidente Masaryk, Mexico City
8 min walk • Avenida Presidente Masaryk, often likened to Beverly Hills' Rodeo Drive or New York City's Fifth Avenue, is Mexico City's most upscale and fashionable shopping district. Nestled in the posh neighborhood of Polanco, this wide avenue is named after the first President of...
1.5 miSE
Hilltop castle housing a history museum
Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City
38 min walk • Perched on a hill in the heart of Mexico City's lush Chapultepec Park, Chapultepec Castle is a historic gem and a testament to the diverse layers of Mexican history. The only royal castle in the Americas, it has served many purposes over its long existence, from a...
0.6 miNW
Art museum with many European works
Museo Soumaya, Mexico City
16 min walk • The Museo Soumaya, a striking presence in Mexico City's vibrant cultural landscape, is a testament to the city's dedication to the arts. This modern museum, known for its distinctive, shimmering façade that resembles a silver cloud, houses a vast collection of art...
1.2 miS
Theme park with dolphin show and reptiles
La Feria de Chapultepec, Mexico City
32 min walk • In the heart of Mexico City, La Feria de Chapultepec once stood as a beloved amusement park, offering a blend of thrills and family-friendly fun. Nestled within the green expanse of Chapultepec Forest, the park was easily accessible and provided a welcome escape from...
1 miSE
Zoo
Chapultepec Zoo, Mexico City
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mexico City's sprawling Chapultepec Park, the Chapultepec Zoo stands as a premier destination for nature lovers and families alike. This historic zoo, founded in 1923, has evolved into one of the most important zoological institutions in Latin...
0.4 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Coworking space
Antara Polanco, Mexico City
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mexico City's upscale Polanco district, Antara Polanco stands as a contemporary emblem of the city's vibrant shopping scene. This avant-garde shopping center, opened in 2006, is a true reflection of the district's chic and cosmopolitan vibe...
0.6 miNW
Zoo
Acuario Inbursa, Mexico City
15 min walk • The Acuario Inbursa is an aquarium in the Nuevo Polanco area of Miguel Hidalgo district, Mexico City. It is the largest in Mexico with 3500 square meters of exhibition space and 1.6 million liters of ocean water.
~1200 ftE
Park
American Park, Mexico City
6 min walk • American Park is a park in Mexico City's Polanco neighborhood, in Mexico.
1.5 miSE
Museum, History museum
Museo del Caracol, Mexico City
38 min walk • The Museo del Caracol is a Mexican history museum, at the bottom of the access ramp to the Castillo de Chapultepec in Mexico City. The “Snail Museum” is a spiral shaped building designed by the architect Pedro Ramirez Vazquez. The director is Patricia Torres Aguilar Ugarte. It is open from Tuesday to Thursday from 9:00 to 16:45.
1.1 miSE
Museum, Performing arts, Music venue
Casa del Lago Juan José Arreola, Mexico City
30 min walk • Casa del Lago was instituted in 1959 as the first off-campus Cultural Center of the National Autonomous University of Mexico. It is characterized by its extraordinary ability to promote the cultural and generational encounter between the vanguard and tradition.

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Which popular attractions are close to Polanco?

Nearby attractions include American Park, Mexico City (6 min walk), Parroquia de San Agustin, Mexico City (7 min walk), Parque Lincoln, Mexico City (9 min walk), Museo Jumex, Mexico City (14 min walk).

How to get to Polanco by public transport?

The nearest stations to Polanco:

Bus

Ebus Antara (12 min walk)
Campo Marte • Lines: Metrobús Línea 7 Campo Marte - Indios Verdes, Metrobús Línea 7 Indios Verdes - Campo Marte (12 min walk)

Metro

Polanco • Lines: 7 (16 min walk)
Auditorio • Lines: 7 (20 min walk)