Escape from Virginia Beach to Mexico City on a budget
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Looking for an adventure in one of the world’s great megacities, but without the hassle of flying halfway around the world? Mexico City is North America’s largest, at over 8 million people (and more than twice that number in the greater metro area).
It's the oldest capital city in the Americas, rich in history and culture, and a major economic center in the region today. In addition to Aztec ruins, the city has the world’s largest single-metropolitan concentration of museums, plus extensive art galleries, concert halls and theaters. And the city’s 16 boroughs and many colorful neighborhoods offer an abundance of shopping, restaurants, bars and nightlife.
Whether you’re trying to get away ASAP or you’re looking to plan ahead based on the cheapest fares, take a look at these forthcoming flights between Virginia Beach and Mexico City, which we pulled from travel site Skyscanner.
We've also included top-rated hotels, restaurants and attractions in Mexico City to get you started on planning your ideal getaway.
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Flight deals to Mexico City
Currently, the cheapest flights between Virginia Beach and Mexico City are if you leave on June 5 and return from Mexico on June 8. Volaris currently has roundtrip tickets for $383.
There are also deals to be had in August. If you fly out of Virginia Beach on Aug. 17 and return from Mexico City on Aug. 24, Aeromexico can get you there and back for $453 roundtrip.
Top Mexico City hotels
To plan your stay, here are some of Mexico City’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.
The St. Regis Mexico City (Paseo de la Reforma 439)
If you're looking to splurge on top quality, consider The St. Regis Mexico City. The hotel has a five-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $255.
"Great location to amazing restaurants and street food, excellent staff, champagne to greet you when you walk in, daily free dessert delivery — what else can you ask for on a vacation?" wrote visitor Yvette.
The Four Seasons Mexico City (Paseo de la Reforma 500 Colonia Juárez)
There's also the 4.9-star rated The Four Seasons Mexico City. Rooms are currently set at $179/night.
Set in the heart of Mexico City on the busy Paseo de la Reforma, this luxury hotel is close to the Monumento a los Ninos Heroes and the Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia.
The Condesa DF (Avenida Veracruz 102 Colonia Condesa)
If you're looking to splurge on top quality, there's The Condesa DF. The 4.6-star hotel has rooms for $265/night. This 40-room luxury hotel is located in Mexico City's Condesa district, close to many restaurants, bars and cafes.
Featured Mexico City restaurants
If you're looking to snag a bite at one of Mexico City's many quality eateries, here are a couple of popular culinary destinations from Skyscanner's listings that will help keep you satiated.
El Moro (Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas, 42)
Also worth considering is El Moro.
"This 1930s-era churrería is a stand-out and must visit," wrote Harold. "The lines can be long but they move quickly."
Casa de los Azulejos (Av Francisco I. Madero, 4)
Finally, there's Casa de los Azulejos.
"As soon as you walk by you will recognize this place by the nice blue and white tiles from Puebla on the facade ... it's simply unique," wrote Gianfi. "The palace was built during the 18th century by Count Del Valle de Orizaba. Inside there is a nice and cozy restaurant and market where you can sit and enjoy the nice rooms inside or just take a look around."
What to see and do in Mexico City
To round out your trip, Mexico City offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are two top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
The Palacio de Bellas Artes (Av. Juárez)
First up is The Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Inaugurated in 1934, the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City is a major cultural center where you can attend poetry readings, operas, dance recitals, art shows and more. From outside, marvel at the building's white-marble beauty and symbolic sculptures that include an eagle eating a snake.
"The place in itself is a beauty," wrote visitor Analu. "The lobby feels like you’ve stepped back in time. The museum is well worth the visit."
Kiosco Morisco de Santa María la Ribera (Calle Salvador Díaz Mirón S/N)
Finally, spend some time at Kiosco Morisco de Santa María la Ribera.
"The kiosk of Santa María la Ribera is a benchmark of ancient Mexico," wrote visitor Maru. "Few people know, but this was a 100 percent Mexican architectural project that was assembled in the United States. For 1910, Porfirio Díaz ordered to change it to the neighborhood where you can now enjoy its majesty."
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