Timeline
16:18
Grab a bite at La Cicciolina. This bistro is just one block from the monument and opens early, giving you time to eat and settle in before the crowds arrive. The menu lets you customize your pizza, which is a quick, satisfying way to fuel up for the evening.
17:18
Walk to the base of the Monumento a la Independencia (El Ángel). It is a short walk from La Cicciolina. Find a spot on the edge of the roundabout that faces west. The sun sets toward the WSW, aligning perfectly with the victory column. Arrive an hour early to claim a good view.
18:18
Watch the sunset. The golden light hits the statue and the surrounding Paseo de la Reforma. The sun dips below the horizon around 18:18, casting long shadows and turning the sky orange and pink.
18:48
End the night at Handshake Speakeasy. It is a six-minute walk from the monument. This classy bar with a 1900s aesthetic is renowned for its innovative cocktails. It is open until 01:00, making it the perfect place to unwind after the spectacle.
Local tip
Handshake Speakeasy is consistently ranked among the best bars in the world. Reservations are highly recommended to avoid the queue.
Check before you go
- La Cicciolina is open daily from 07:00 to 23:30.
- Handshake Speakeasy is open daily from 18:00 to 01:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mexico City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).