Colonia Esperanza, Mexico City

#373 among attractions in Mexico City

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Colonia Esperanza is a small colonia or neighborhood located in the Cuauhtémoc borough of Mexico City just southeast of the historic center. Its borders are defined by the following streets: Lorenzo Boturini to the south, Fray Servando Teresa de Mier to the north, Calzada de la Viga Canal to the east and Francisco Javier Clavijero to the west. ()

Coordinates: 19°25'12"N, 99°7'42"W

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Cuauhtémoc (Esperanza)Mexico City Mexico

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Colonia Esperanza – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio Nacional, La Merced Market, Plaza Tenochtitlán, Museum of Mexico City.

0.9 miN
Palace with government offices
Palacio Nacional, Mexico City
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mexico City, the Palacio Nacional stands as a testament to the nation's rich history and cultural heritage. This grandiose building, located on the east side of the Zócalo, the city's main square, has been a key witness to the unfolding of...
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
La Merced Market, Mexico City
14 min walk • La Merced Market is a vibrant and bustling hub of commerce in the heart of Mexico City, Mexico. Known for its extensive variety of goods and lively atmosphere, it is one of the largest traditional markets in the entire country.
0.8 miN
Square
Plaza Tenochtitlán, Mexico City
22 min walk • Plaza Tenochtitlán, nestled in the heart of Mexico City, is a site of great historical significance that commemorates the founding of the ancient city of Tenochtitlán, which later became the foundation for modern-day Mexico City.
0.7 miN
History museum housed in a former palace
Museum of Mexico City, Mexico City
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mexico City, the Museum of Mexico City (Museo de la Ciudad de México) is a cultural gem that offers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of the city's history. Housed in an exquisite 18th-century baroque building, the museum is a must-visit for...
0.8 miN
Church, Neoclassical architecture
Royal Convent of Jesús María and Our Lady of Mercy, Mexico City
22 min walk • The Royal Convent of Jesús María and Our Lady of Mercy is a church in the historic center of Mexico City, Mexico. Originally a convent for orphaned and undowried girls, Jesús María was the third Conceptionist convent in Mexico City when it was formed in 1580.
0.6 miN
Museum
Centro Cultural Casa Talavera, Mexico City
15 min walk • Casa Talavera Cultural Center is located in the La Merced neighborhood of the historic center of Mexico City. The building dates back to either the 16th or early 17th century and was the home of the Marquis de Aguayo.
0.9 miSE
Shopping, Market, Farmer's market
Mercado Jamaica, Mexico City
23 min walk • Mercado Jamaica is one of Mexico City’s traditional public markets where various vendors sell their wares in an established location. This market began in the 1950s as part of efforts to urbanize the markets in the area.
0.9 miN
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Academia de San Carlos, Mexico City
23 min walk • The Academy of San Carlos is located at 22 Academia Street in just northeast of the main plaza of Mexico City. It was the first major art academy and the first art museum in the Americas. It was founded in 1781 as the School of Engraving and moved to the Academia Street location about 10 years later.
~1580 ftNE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Mercado de Sonora, Mexico City
8 min walk • Mercado de Sonora is a city-established traditional market, located just southeast of the historic center of Mexico City in the Colonia Merced Balbuena neighborhood.
0.9 miN
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Museo Nacional de las Culturas, Mexico City
24 min walk • The Museo Nacional de las Culturas is a national museum in Mexico City dedicated to education about the world's cultures, both past and present. It is housed in a colonial-era building that used to be the mint for making coins. Prior to this, the site was the home of the location of the Moctezuma's Black House.
0.7 miN
Church, Baroque architecture, Hispanic colonial architecture
Convent of La Merced, Mexico City
17 min walk • The Convent of Nuestra Señora de La Merced was a Roman Catholic colonial religious complex in present-day Historic center of Mexico City, that was destroyed to give more space to future buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Colonia Esperanza?

Nearby attractions include Colonia Tránsito, Mexico City (7 min walk), Mercado de Sonora, Mexico City (8 min walk), Lake Texcoco, Mexico City (9 min walk), Plaza Tlaxcoaque, Mexico City (13 min walk).

How to get to Colonia Esperanza by public transport?

The nearest stations to Colonia Esperanza:

Metro

Merced • Lines: 1 (11 min walk)
Pino Suárez • Lines: 1, 2 (13 min walk)

Train

Merced (11 min walk)
San Antonio Abad (13 min walk)

Bus

Venustiano Carranza (27 min walk)
Avenida del Taller (29 min walk)