Paseo de la Reforma, Mexico City

Name: Paseo de la Reforma
Address: Mexico City, Mexico

#248 among attractions in Mexico City

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Paseo de la Reforma is a wide avenue that runs diagonally across the heart of Mexico City. It was designed by Ferdinand von Rosenzweig in the 1860s and modeled after the great boulevards of Europe, such as the Ringstraße in Vienna and the Champs-Élysées in Paris. After the French intervention in Mexico overthrew the constitutional President Benito Juárez, the newly crowned Emperor Maximilian made his mark on the conquered city. He commissioned a grand avenue linking the city center with his imperial residence, Chapultepec Castle, which was then on the southwestern edge of town. The project was originally named Paseo de la Emperatriz in honor of Maximilian's consort Empress Carlota. After her return to Europe and Maximilian's subsequent execution, the restored Juárez government renamed the Paseo in honor of the Reform War. ()

Alternative names: Length: 9.13 miCoordinates: 19°25'26"N, 99°10'32"W

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Paseo de la Reforma – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo Nacional de Antropología, Chapultepec Castle, Monumento a la Independencia, Chapultepec Zoo.

0.7 miW
Museum with Mayan artifacts
Museo Nacional de Antropología, Mexico City
19 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...
0.5 miSW
Hilltop castle housing a history museum
Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City
12 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 miNE
Iconic War of Independence monument
Monumento a la Independencia, Mexico City
15 min walk • The Monumento a la Independencia, commonly known as El Ángel, is an iconic landmark that towers over Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City, Mexico. This grandiose statue and column, inaugurated in 1910, commemorates Mexico's hard-won struggle for independence from...
0.8 miW
Zoo
Chapultepec Zoo, Mexico City
21 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...
~1550 ftSW
History museum
Monument to the Boy Heroes, Mexico City
8 min walk • The Monument to the Boy Heroes, known in Spanish as the Monumento a los Niños Héroes, stands as a poignant tribute in Mexico City's sprawling Chapultepec Park. This towering structure is dedicated to the memory of six Mexican military cadets who made the ultimate...
0.6 miE
Dancing, Nightlife
Nicho Bears and Bar, Mexico City
16 min walk • Nicho Bears and Bar is a gay bar in Zona Rosa, Mexico City, Mexico. Passport Magazine's Joseph Pedro said the bar offers "low-key bear night where you're assigned numbers for secret messages". In 2018, Alberto Cervantes of TimeOut included Nicho in his list of the city's 10 best gay bars.
~1160 ftSW
Park, Road
Chapultepec, Mexico City
6 min walk • Chapultepec, nestled in the heart of Mexico City, is not just a lush expanse of greenery but a cultural and historical oasis amidst the urban sprawl. Known as the "lungs of the city," this expansive park is home to a rich tapestry of attractions, including the Baths of...
0.8 miE
Park
Glorieta de los Insurgentes, Mexico City
21 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Mexico City, the Glorieta de los Insurgentes is a vibrant city park that offers a respite from the urban sprawl. As a significant landmark within the city, the Glorieta serves not only as a green space but also as a cultural and social...
~1450 ftW
Showcase of art by contemporary artists
Museum of Modern Art, Mexico City
7 min walk • The Museo de Arte Moderno is located in Chapultepec park, Mexico City, Mexico. The museum is part of the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura and provides exhibitions of national and international contemporary artists.
0.6 miSW
Museum, History museum
Museo del Caracol, Mexico City
16 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.
0.7 miW
Museum, Performing arts, Music venue
Casa del Lago Juan José Arreola, Mexico City
19 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Paseo de la Reforma?

Nearby attractions include Chapultepec Uno R509, Mexico City (1 min walk), Estela de Luz, Mexico City (2 min walk), Centro de Cultura Digital, Mexico City (2 min walk), Torre BBVA México, Mexico City (3 min walk).

How to get to Paseo de la Reforma by public transport?

The nearest stations to Paseo de la Reforma:

Bus

Chapultepec • Lines: Metrobús Línea 7 Campo Marte - Indios Verdes, Metrobús Línea 7 Indios Verdes - Campo Marte (2 min walk)
CETRAM Chapultepec (5 min walk)

Train

Chapultepec (6 min walk)
Sevilla (9 min walk)

Metro

Chapultepec • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
Sevilla • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)