The Complete Guide to Polanco
Its unbeatable location, and its commercial and cultural offering, make Polanco one of the most sought-after neighborhoods, perhaps the most, in the entire city.
It is located between the most central neighborhoods in Mexico City, such as Roma, Condesa, San Miguel Chapultepec, Lomas de Chapultepec, and just next to the Bosque de Chapultepec, the main green area of the city, This places Polanco in an unbeatable position.
The following avenues surround Polanco:
– Reforma (to the south)
– Ejercito Nacional (to the north)
– Mariano Escobedo (to the east)
– Manuel Ávila Camacho Boulevard (to the west).
In addition to these, Polanco is crossed by Presidente Masaryk, famous for its renowned boutique shops such as Fendi, Dolce & Gabanna, Tiffany, Montblanc, Rolex and more!
This neighborhood has numerous Eco Bici service stations (see map), and has two metro stations: Auditorio Nacional and Polanco (both on Line 7).
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This is a place where you will find a wide range of restaurants, bars, shops, and other establishments, such as art galleries, museums, and bookstores. Polanco has become an important business center and several of the best hotels in Mexico City are located here.
Here are some recommendations for what you should do during your stay in Polanco:
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Parole
This vibrant and passionate restaurant is in the heart of Mexico City This is a place that evokes the gardens of Tuscany, ideal for celebrating with friends and family. With views of nature and a leafy park.
Location: Av. Emilio Castelar 163
When: Mon-Sun 12 pm – 1:30 am
Instagram: @parolepolanco
Animal
This is an intrepid restaurant that elevates the new gourmet cuisine in a selection of Mexican/Northeastern, Japanese and international cuisine in tacos, steaks, tostadas, nigiris, seafood and salads of the highest quality and inventiveness.
Location: Calderón de la Barca 108
When: Mon-Tue 1 pm to 1 am / Wed-Sat 1 pm to 2 am / Sun 1 pm to 12 pm
Instagram: @animal_cdmx
RosaNegra
This restaurant is a tribute to Latin American cuisine. Gastronomic traditions from countries such as Peru, Argentina, Colombia, Brazil and Mexico, make the menu an eclectic combination with authentic and daring flavors.
Location: Av. Pdte. Masaryk 298
When: Mon-Sun 12 p.m.–2 a.m.
Instagram: @rosanegramxpolanco
Tokoya Nigiri Bar
This space offers two concepts: sushi bar and gastronomic offer. Hidden inside the Hotel Presidente InterContinental, this restaurant was designed by the chef and ambassador of Japanese gastronomy in Mexico, Yasuo Asai, as well as its speakeasy concept.
Location: Campos Elíseos 218
When: Mon-Wed 1–11:30 p.m. / Thu-Sat 1 p.m.–12 a.m. / Sun 1-11 p.m.
Instagram: @tokoyanigiribar
IDE
This Japanese food and oriental products store has proven to be one of the area’s favorites; The quality of the dishes and their low prices are very attractive, in addition, they always welcome you with a smile
Location: Petrarca 332
When: Mon-Fri 11 a.m.–8 p.m. / Sat-Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mythos
Greek restaurant. Delicious flavors, good prices and good service
Location: Av. Isaac Newton 7
When: Mon-Wed 1–10 p.m. / Thu 1–11 p.m. / Fri-Sat 1 p.m.–12 a.m. / Sun 1 -8 p.m.
Instagram: @mythosmx
Night Life
Living Room Bar
The service is impeccable and the place is quite comfortable, something that one discovers little by little, because, at first glance, it seems that the decoration came out of one of some glamorous and sordid novels.
Location: Campos Eliseos #252
When: Tue-Sun 12 p.m.–2 a.m / Mon 12 p.m.–1 a.m
Instagram: @livingroom_baranddining
Scotch
Minimalist bar with more than 40 whiskey brands.
Location: Julio Verne 110
When: Tue-Sat 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Galleries and Museums
Sala de Arte Público Siqueiros
Today, the Hall is a museum designed by the architect José Castillo, where you can not only appreciate the legacy of Siqueiros in the murals but also the continuation of the political and social thought of contemporary art, in which, in addition to exhibitions of current contemporary artists, there are conferences, work tables, and discussions.
Location: 3 Picos 29
When: Tue-Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Instagram: @saladeartepublicosiqueiros
Parada 54
In this gallery art, music, and interior architecture covide.
Location: Moliere 54
When: Mon-Sun 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Coffee Shops
Boicot
This is always a good option if you want good attention, a place to talk or hang out with friends. It is super pleasant to be there, they allow you to stay as long as you think necessary and the food is delicious.
Location: Oscar Wilde 9F
When: Mon-Fri 7:00 am to 10:00 pm / Sat-Sun 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Instagram: @boicotcafe
Pasión
They seek to maintain the purity of the coffee and also help find coffee that meets the particular needs of each consumer through 11 different types of coffee.
Location: Av. Ejército Nacional Mexicano 418
When: Mon-Fri 7 a.m.–9 p.m. / Sat 8 a.m.–8 p.m / Sun 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Instagram: @pasioncafemx
Amorino
36 flavors of gelati and sorbets without artificial colors or aromas, only made with selected organic ingredients, BIO eggs and fresh whole farm milk.
Location: Av. Emilio Castelar 107H
When: Mon-Wed 8 a.m.–11 p.m. / Thu 8 a.m.–11:30 p.m. / Fri-Sat 8 a.m.–1 a.m. / Sun 8 a.m.–11 p.m.
Instagram: @amorinomexico
To walk
Parque Lincoln
This is the most iconic park of Polanco. With a children’s park, open-air theater, aviary and two reflecting pools, you will have a great walk.
Bosque de Chapultepec
This is a must-stop in your trip to Mexico City. Here are 5 activities you can do:
- Castle of Chapultepec
- Cultural Complex of Los Pinos
- Bosque de Chapultepec Botanical Garden
- Museum of Natural History and Ambiental Culture
- Tamayo Contemporary Art Museum
Campos Elíseos
Campos Elíseos is a beautiful tree-lined avenue divided on the border between Polanco Park and Chapultepec. It has a length of about two kilometers, touches Paseo de la Reforma at the Bolívar Monument, then continues northwest for another 1.25 kilometers. To the west, it borders Lebanon Park, named after the Lebanese Embassy. To the east, the ARC defines a neighborhood of hotels and international embassies. It establishes the outline of Chapultepec Reforma, home to many of the city’s most important museums.
Masaryk Avenue
It is undoubtedly the mecca of boutiques and big brands. Hugo Boss, Prada, Hermes, Dior, Scappino, and Louis Vuitton come together here, to name just a few, as well as more “youthful” ones like Diesel or Mac Store.
Parque Tamayo
Tamayo Park is in the northern area of the First Section, between Av. Reforma and Gandhi and has an area of 14.7 hectares.
Parque Gandhi
It is visited by runners from the area as well as from other parts of the city and looks completely renovated thanks to the outdoor lighting network and the new walkways and accesses with ramps for people with disabilities.
Jardín de la República del Líbano
This park forms a wedge between Reforma and the western section of the Champs Elysées, an avenue where, in addition to residences, luxury apartments and commercial houses, several embassies of foreign countries are also located. Today it is a small nature reserve and quite popular green area.
Plaza Uruguay
Plaza Uruguay is a popular park in the Polanco neighborhood. It is famous for the brutalist style fountain located right in its center. Also well known is the monument to the Uruguayan independence leader, General José Gervasio Artigas. You can find the statue representing him in front of Horacio Avenue, just north of the park.
Parque América
This park serves as the centerpiece of the long esplanades of Horacio Avenue in Polanco.
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