NORTH AMERICA MEXICO CITY · MEXICO

Plaza de la Constitución (Zócalo)

Mexico City's immense central square, framed by the Metropolitan Cathedral and historic civic buildings.

What to expect

Start in the Zócalo, the public square at the heart of the historic centre and the former ceremonial core of Tenochtitlan. Walk its broad perimeter, then continue along the surrounding streets toward the cathedral, National Palace exterior and Templo Mayor district.

Free entry

Before you go

Entry and costs

The open public square has no general admission charge. Museums, interior visits, guided tours, food and special events around the plaza have separate prices or conditions.

Visitor notes

The city tourism guide describes the plaza as a frequent venue for events, fairs, concerts and demonstrations. Temporary setups can change access and crowd levels, so check current city notices before building a timed itinerary around the square.

Opening hours

Date-specific hours are not available for this place. Check the official page for the day you plan to visit.

Good for

Historic centreArchitectureCity walk

Official sourceMexico City Tourism — Plaza de la Constitución (Zócalo)

Checked 31 October 2026. Hours, entry rules and access can change; check this page again before you visit.

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