Timeline
16:33
Start at Bistro Chapultepec for an early afternoon coffee and pastry. The outdoor seating offers a relaxed prelude to the walk ahead.
17:33
Walk from the park to Parque Aztlan. Spend some time exploring the modern urban theme park before heading up the hill. Check ride availability if you want to try the Ferris wheel for a higher vantage point.
18:03
Walk up Paseo de la Reforma to the base of the Monumento a la Independencia. Position yourself to face west as the golden light hits the column and the sky turns orange.
19:03
End the evening at Handshake Speakeasy, just a short walk from the monument. Order a cocktail in the classy, 1900s-inspired setting to celebrate the sunset.
Local tip
The walk from the park to the monument is uphill. Wear comfortable shoes. Handshake Speakeasy is highly rated and can get busy, so be prepared for a short wait or check if reservations are needed.
Check before you go
- Bistro Chapultepec is open until 19:30.
- Parque Aztlan is open until 20:00 on weekdays.
- Handshake Speakeasy opens at 18:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mexico City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).