Timeline
16:30
Castillo de Chapultepec y Museo Nacional de Historia (MNH)
Walk up to the Castillo de Chapultepec y Museo Nacional de Historia (MNH). The castle sits on a hill with views facing WSW, perfectly aligned for the sunset. Arrive early to explore the grounds and find a spot on the terrace before the crowds.
18:18
Castillo de Chapultepec y Museo Nacional de Historia (MNH)
Watch the sun set toward the WSW from the castle grounds. The light fades quickly, but the castle silhouette against the darkening sky is striking.
19:18
Head down from the park and walk to Lardo. This stylish Mediterranean restaurant is open until 23:00 and offers creative dishes in a lively, plant-filled setting. It is a short walk from the base of the hill.
20:18
Finish the night with a drink or gelato at Vecchio Forno. This Italian spot is just a couple of blocks from Chapultepec Park and stays open until 23:30, making it a perfect late-night stop.
Local tip
The castle is closed on Mondays. If you visit on a Sunday, entry is free for Mexican citizens and residents, but you will need ID. Photography with flash is not permitted inside.
Check before you go
- Castillo de Chapultepec y Museo Nacional de Historia (MNH) is open Tu-Su 09:00-17:00. You can still be on the grounds at 18:18, but check if the museum interior closes earlier than the grounds.
- Lardo is open Mo-Sa 08:00-23:00; Su 08:00-17:00. Ensure you visit on a weekday or early enough on a Sunday.
- Vecchio Forno is open Mo-Su 13:00-23:30.
Worth knowing
- Lardo is open at 19:18 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mexico City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).