Travel Guide
Zócalo & Metropolitan Cathedral
Everything you need to know — hours, tickets, tips, and how to make the most of your visit.
Overview
About Zócalo & Metropolitan Cathedral
The vast central square of Mexico City, one of the largest in the world, flanked by the National Palace (home to Diego Rivera murals) and the Metropolitan Cathedral, built atop the ruins of the Aztec Templo Mayor.
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Insider Knowledge
Travel Tips
The Zocalo is one of the largest public squares in the world - visit around flag-lowering ceremony time.
The Metropolitan Cathedral is free to enter; it's still gradually sinking due to the city's soft lake-bed soil.
Combine with the nearby Templo Mayor Aztec ruins and National Palace (Diego Rivera murals).
The square often hosts events or markets - check what's happening on your visit date.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, general entry is free.
Opening Hours
Zocalo (public square)Always open
Metropolitan CathedralDaily, roughly 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Cathedral hours can shift around religious services.
Ticket Prices
Zocalo entryFree
Cathedral entryFree
Donations are welcome inside the cathedral but not required.
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