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Hit the best galleries and taco stands in Mexico City while keeping your monthly spending manageable.
How we got that: $1,500 spread evenly across the 18-month introductory window on the Citi Simplicity® Credit Card. Checked · at the bank Carry a balance past the window and the standard APR applies to what is left.
Mexico City is all about the flavor. You can spend your days wandering through Roma and Condesa for art galleries, then hit the street stalls for the best tacos of your life.
Late summer is a smart time to go because flights usually dip. It's a bit humid, but you'll save enough to eat incredibly well once you land.
The intro window is a deadline, not free money. If you still have a balance when the 18 months are up, you'll start paying interest on what's left.
Look for flights in late summer when prices usually drop. It's a great way to save on the biggest upfront cost.
Stay in areas like Roma or Condesa. You'll be close to the galleries and the best food, so you won't spend much on transit.
You can get 0% for 18 months on purchases and balance transfers from date of account opening. If you spend $1500, that's about $83.33 a month.
Don't just plan for food. Some museums are cheap, but good galleries and special exhibits can add up.
Ubers are cheap and reliable in the city. They're often easier than navigating the metro when you're carrying gear.
Every figure we publish for the Citi Simplicity® Credit Card carries the date a person verified it against Citi and a link to where they checked. Intro windows and APRs change without notice, so confirm the current terms before applying.
See Citi Simplicity® Credit Card terms →Not really. You can eat like a king on a budget if you hit the street food stalls. Just watch your spending on high-end bars.
Late summer is good for lower flight costs. It's a bit warmer and wetter, so pack an umbrella.
Most places take cards, but you'll want pesos for smaller taco stands and markets.
Ubers are cheap and reliable. They're often safer and more convenient than the metro.