Timeline
09:00
Grab a sweet pastry and coffee at Pasteleria El Delicioso. It opens at 10:00 on weekdays, making it a perfect quiet start to your morning before the crowds arrive.
10:15
Walk 44 minutes WNW to the Monumento a la Independencia. Arrive by late morning to see the victory column bathed in clear daylight. The El Ángel statue stands tall on the roundabout, a striking centerpiece of Paseo de la Reforma.
10:45
End the morning with a relaxed lunch or snack at La Cicciolina. This bistro is just one block from the monument, offering personalized pizzas and a welcoming atmosphere to wrap up your walk.
Local tip
The walk from the bakery to the monument takes about 44 minutes. Check the route beforehand if you are not familiar with the area. La Cicciolina is open daily from 07:00 to 23:30, so you have plenty of time to enjoy their food.
Check before you go
- Pasteleria El Delicioso is open Mo-Fr 10:00-20:00 and Sa 12:00-18:00.
- La Cicciolina is open daily 07:00-23:30.
- The walk to the monument is 44 minutes; ensure you have comfortable shoes.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mexico City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).