Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico City

#322 among attractions in Mexico City

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The National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico, abbreviated IPN, is one of the largest public universities in Mexico with 171,581 students at the high school, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is the second-best university in Mexico in the technical and engineering domain according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018. It was founded on 1 January 1936 during the administration of President Lázaro Cárdenas del Río. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 19°29'59"N, 99°8'16"W

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Gustavo A Madero (Unidad Profesor Adolfo Lopez Mateos)Mexico City Mexico

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Instituto Politécnico Nacional – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Planetario Luis Enrique Erro, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Tenayuca, Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

~1300 ftSW
Museum
Planetario Luis Enrique Erro, Mexico City
7 min walk • The Planetario Luis Enrique Erro, a beacon of astronomical education nestled in the bustling city of Mexico City, offers a journey through the cosmos without leaving the ground. Established in 1967, this planetarium is not only an iconic museum dedicated to the wonders...
1.7 miSE
Temple
Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico City
45 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mexico City, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe stands as a revered shrine and a testament to faith and culture. This sacred site is not only the most visited Catholic pilgrimage destination in the world but also a national symbol of Mexico.
3 miNW
Museum, Archaeological museum, Historical place
Tenayuca, Mexico City
77 min walk • Tenayuca, picturesquely situated within the bustling city of Mexico, is a fascinating stop for lovers of pre-Columbian history and culture. Although not as well-known as other Aztec landmarks, Tenayuca offers a unique insight into the ancient civilizations that shaped...
1.7 miSE
Church, Historical place
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico City
43 min walk • The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, situated in the bustling heart of Mexico City, is not only a significant religious site but also an architectural marvel that draws millions of pilgrims and tourists each year. This revered church stands as a testament to the deep...
2.5 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mexico City Arena, Mexico City
63 min walk • The Mexico City Arena is a state-of-the-art sports venue situated in the heart of Mexico City, Mexico. Opened in February 2012, this modern facility has quickly become an iconic destination for sports enthusiasts and concertgoers alike.
1.7 miE
Iconic hill with a Catholic basilica
Tepeyac, El Tepeyac National Park
43 min walk • Tepeyac or the Hill of Tepeyac, historically known by the names Tepeyacac and Tepeaquilla, is located inside Gustavo A. Madero, the northernmost delegación or borough of Mexico City.
3.2 miS
Skyscraper
Conjunto Urbano Nonoalco Tlatelolco, Mexico City
83 min walk • The Conjunto Urbano Nonoalco Tlatelolco is the largest apartment complex in Mexico, and second largest in North America, after New York's Co-op City. The complex is located in the Cuauhtémoc borough of Mexico City. It was built in the 1960s by architect Mario Pani.
2.3 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Cerro Mesa Ahumada, Mexico City
60 min walk • Cerro Mesa Ahumada, also known as Cerro Colorado, is a hill located in the northern region of the State of Mexico. It is located between the municipalities of Tequixquiac and Apaxco.
2.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Cerro del Chiquihuite, Mexico City
64 min walk • Cerro del Chiquihuite is a hill located in the north of Mexico City, in the borough of Gustavo A. Madero and bordering the municipality of Tlalnepantla de Baz in the State of Mexico.
1.7 miSE
Iconic Catholic church and pilgrimage site
Templo Expiatorio a Cristo Rey, Mexico City
43 min walk • The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a Roman Catholic church, basilica, and National shrine of Mexico which houses the cloak containing the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
2 miSE
Area
Gustavo A. Madero, Mexico City
52 min walk • Gustavo A. Madero is a borough in the Mexico City.