2,240 meters above sea level, a giant city, and a child to entertain. It works, but only if you respect the rule of taking it slow for the first two days.
2,240 meters above sea level, a giant city, and a child to entertain. It works, but only if you respect the rule of taking it slow for the first two days.
The 2,240m altitude will knock out a child on the second day if you rush on the first — hydrate twice as much and cancel heavy physical activity in the first 48h.
Chapultepec isn't one outing, it's four. Castle, lake, zoo, and Anthropology need separate days or distinct half-days.
Xochimilco works on Saturdays or Sundays due to the energy of Mexican families — weekdays are cheaper but too empty to excite kids.
Lucha Libre at Arena México is safe for ages 8 and up; below that, the noise and smoke can be frightening.
Spicy Mexican food is manageable — quesadillas, tortilla soup without chili, and Mexican rice can save any day.
2,240 meters above sea level, a giant city, and a child to entertain. It works, but only if you respect the rule of taking it slow for the first two days.