Friends cycling through a park in Mexico City. (Photo Credit: DarioGaona/E+)
Here we recommend some of the best places to enjoy a day out of the ordinary, so hop on your bike and ride through this vibrant metropolis.
Floating Causeway
The first site on the list is the Calzada Flotante; this impressive pedestrian bridge is in the Chapultepec: Nature and Culture project, which begins at the Molino del Rey and extends to the Avenida de los Compositores.
The Calzada Flotante is more than a bridge; it is a sustainable facility that respects the area's ecosystem, unifies the forest's four sections, and improves access to all its attractions.
And as you pedal through Chapultepec Forest, you'll see beautiful monuments, tranquil lakes, and a variety of museums to explore. One recently opened museum is the new Amphibium, a museum and conservation center for the salamander. Among Mexico's extraordinary endemic fauna is the endangered salamander, an endangered species that has always been sought to be cared for. This museum has the task of protecting but also sharing the knowledge of these "water monsters" and their meaning from the Nahuatl axolotl.
The Chapultepec Forest, 100 years after its creation, continues to modernize to offer visitors more attractions and better experiences. Escape to see what's new in Chapultepec and celebrate its first century.
Paseo de la Reforma
Paseo de la Reforma is one of the iconic avenues of the city; it is a model road and tourist center. Cars, buses, tourist buses, and, of course, bicycles circulate along this avenue in a bike lane away from the other vehicles. It is one of the most emblematic places in Mexico City. It also has beautiful parks and incredible views of the city's heart.
Cyclists at the Mexico City Sunday ride along Paseo de la Reforma. (Photo Credit: abalcazar/iStock Unreleased)
Coyoacán Neighborhood
This charming and historic area has a mix of bike lanes and cobblestone streets that make for an exciting ride. You'll pass colorful houses, vibrant street art, and beautiful gardens. Along the way, you can stop at the Frida Kahlo Museum and other places of cultural interest.
Los Dinamos Ecological Reserve
Los Dinamos Ecological Reserve is perfect for mountain bikers looking for new challenges. The trails are steep and desiccating, but the natural scenery is worth the effort. You will see impressive forests, waterfalls, and beautiful views of the city.
"Muévete en Bici" Sunday Ride
If you're looking for a fun and active way to explore Mexico City, join the "Muévete en Bici" Sunday ride. The city closes some of its main streets and avenues to vehicular traffic. It opens them to cyclists, pedestrians, and skaters, making it a great opportunity to get to know the capital from a different perspective. During the tour, you can admire some monuments, such as the Angel of Independence, the National Palace, and the Monument to the Revolution.
Finally, remember to wear comfortable clothes, sunscreen and stay well hydrated. There you have it; these are some recommendations to visit Mexico City. So, grab your bike, hit the streets, and enjoy the ride!
Beautiful Architecture
Mexico City, one of the most vibrant capitals in Latin America, has a wealth of modern and innovative buildings. Some of the most fascinating and avant-garde buildings worth admiring are the following:
The Soumaya Museum in Polanco is an emblem of modern architecture. Its façade is made of over 16,000 aluminum hexagons and curved tubes that protect it from the weather and make it special. The building, designed by architect Fernando Romero, has a cylinder-shaped figure formed by smooth lines, making it look like a work of art. In addition, its collection of more than 70,000 pieces of art from the Carlos Slim Foundation, including works by famous artists such as Auguste Rodin, Monet, and Renoir, makes it a must-see for art lovers.
The BBVA Bancomer Tower, designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour, Partners, and Legorreta + Legorreta in 2008, is another building worth admiring. In addition to its impressive height, the tower, located at 510 Paseo de la Reforma, has an Innovation Center and has been recognized with several international awards for its sustainability, design, and technology. The building also has a flexible foundation that makes it capable of withstanding any disaster, making it very safe to visit. It has LEED Gold certification thanks to its efficient use of resources and sustainability, such as 100 percent recycling of wastewater and rainwater, using natural ventilation through filters, and lighting through LED bulbs.
The Virreyes Tower, designed by Teodoro González de León, is imposing for its height of nearly 400 feet and the triangular shape that makes it unique in its style. Its inauguration in 2014 makes it a relatively new construction in Mexico City. In addition, its structural design by the English company Arup gives it incredible strength and safety.
Man cycling through Zocalo Square in Mexico City. (Photo Credit: Kyle Little/iStock Editorial/Getty Images Plus)
Bolsa Mexicana de Valores is an emblematic building on Paseo de la Reforma; it has been on the corner of the great avenue and Rio Rin since 1987. It is the work of architect Juan José Díaz Infante and engineer Leonardo Zeevaert. The facade is characterized by its black and light blue crystals, which total more than 7,000 and are distributed in the tower and the dome of the "Piso de Remates." This was the main hallmark of Díaz Infante's work, which had a special interest in developing intelligent structures resistant to telluric movements.
Finally, the Torre Reforma, located at Paseo de la Reforma 483, across from the entrance to Chapultepec Forest, is a building to be noticed if you are interested in modern architecture and sustainability. At 246 meters high, it is one of the tallest buildings in the city and is LEED Platinum certified, which makes it very sustainable and saves a lot of energy. In addition, its robotic parking and ability to withstand earthquakes with a magnitude of up to 9 make it a safe and technological building.
Don't wait any longer to discover these impressive buildings in Mexico City. Be amazed by this vibrant city's innovation and vanguard of modern architecture.
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