How much do hotels cost on this Mexico trip?

Hotels average $55-$85/night based on mid-range options. See our day-by-day hotel picks with booking links.

What cities are included in this Mexico itinerary?

Mexico City, Oaxaca, Guadalajara, Monterrey, San Miguel de Allende — ordered to minimize backtracking between stops.

Historic center of Mexico City with colorful buildings

Art gallery interior at Fábrica La Aurora in San Miguel de Allende

Monte Albán pyramids overlooking the valley

Best 14 Days in Mexico — Based in Puerto Vallarta

Q: How many days is this Mexico itinerary?

14 days visiting Mexico City, Oaxaca, Guadalajara, Monterrey, San Miguel de Allende, with routes optimized by distance.

Mexico City → Oaxaca → Guadalajara → Monterrey → San Miguel de Allende

14 days · 5 cities · 25 activities · route optimized by distance

A mix of art & culture and history. Mostly low-effort and walkable, with a mix of self-guided and guided activities. Includes 15 must-see landmarks.

Highlights: Estadio Azteca — FIFA World Cup 2026, Teotihuacan Pyramids Day Trip, Estadio BBVA — FIFA World Cup 2026, Monte Albán Archaeological Site, Estadio Akron — FIFA World Cup 2026

Arriving Wed, Jul 1 Change

Your Route — ordered to minimize backtracking

San Miguel de Allende 1 night

25+ activities scored and ranked · route optimized across 5 cities

Where you'll stay

Hotel in Mexico City · From $75/night +4 more

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Trip cost

~$1,821 total · $130/day

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Top picks

Teotihuacan Pyramids Day Trip, Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul)

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Make It Yours

Each option links to a pre-built itinerary with a different focus.

📅 Trip Length

3 days 5 days 7 days 10 days 14 days 21 days 28 days

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🏙 City Focus

Based in Puerto Vallarta Balanced Based in Mexico City Based in Oaxaca Based in Guadalajara Based in Monterrey Based in Cancun

Day-by-Day Schedule — heavy and light days alternate so you don’t burn out

Mexico City

Mexico City 10 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗

Day 1 Wed, Jul 1 Full Mexico City

Full Day

Teotihuacan Pyramids Day Trip$$~8 hrs

Explore the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon at ancient Teotihuacan

$16 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr (dry season, clearest views) 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 2 Thu, Jul 2 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul)$$~3 hrs

Explore Frida Kahlo's Blue House museum in Coyoacán

$16 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round indoor; book tickets online in advance 📍 Map

Afternoon

Estadio Azteca — FIFA World Cup 2026$$$~5 hrs

Catch a FIFA World Cup 2026 match at the legendary 87,000-seat Estadio Azteca

$150 FIFA World Cup Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2026 only 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 3 Fri, Jul 3 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

Aztec Sun Stone at National Museum of Anthropology

National Museum of Anthropology$~4 hrs

See the Aztec Sun Stone and Maya artifacts at the world-class MNA

$5 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round indoor; closed Mondays 📍 Map

Afternoon

Zócalo plaza with Metropolitan Cathedral

Zócalo & Historic Center Walking Tour$~4 hrs

Walk the Zócalo plaza and Centro Histórico's colonial landmarks

Best Nov-Apr (dry season); mornings less crowded 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 4 Sat, Jul 4 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

Palacio de Bellas Artes Art Nouveau facade in Mexico City

Palacio de Bellas Artes$~2h 30m

Admire Rivera's murals and Art Nouveau architecture at Bellas Artes

$4 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round indoor; free Sundays 📍 Map

Afternoon

Chapultepec Castle & Museum$~3 hrs

Visit Chapultepec Castle for panoramic views and Mexican history exhibits

$11 Verified Mar 2026 Clearest Nov-Apr; closed Mondays 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 5 Sun, Jul 5 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

Colorful trajinera boats in Xochimilco canals

Xochimilco Floating Gardens Boat Tour$~3 hrs

Ride a colorful trajinera boat through Xochimilco's Aztec-era canals

$15 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr; weekends most lively 📍 Map

Afternoon

Colorful street tacos with traditional toppings

Mexico City Street Food Tour$$~4 hrs

Taste tacos al pastor, tamales, and elote on a guided street food tour

$55 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round; mornings best for market visits 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 6 Mon, Jul 6 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

Traditional Mexican Cooking Class$$$~5 hrs

Learn to make mole, tamales, and salsas in a hands-on cooking class

$115 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round indoor; book 1-2 weeks ahead 📍 Map

Afternoon

FIFA Fan Festival at Zócalo$~4 hrs

Watch World Cup matches on giant screens at Mexico City's central square

FIFA World Cup Fan Festival Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2026 only 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 7 Tue, Jul 7 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

Colonial streets and colorful buildings in Coyoacán

Coyoacán Neighborhood Walking Tour$~3 hrs

Walk Coyoacán's cobblestone streets past colonial plazas and sidewalk cafes

Best Nov-Apr; weekends liveliest 📍 Map

Afternoon

Mezcal Tasting & Distillery Visit$$~3 hrs

Join a guided mezcal tasting with a mezcalero expert in Roma Norte

$60 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round indoor 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Day 8 Wed, Jul 8 Moderate Mexico City View on map

Morning

UNAM Central Library with mosaic murals by Juan O'Gorman

UNAM Campus (UNESCO World Heritage Site)$~2h 30m

Tour UNAM's UNESCO campus with its famous mosaic library and murals

$2 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr; campus free to enter year-round 📍 Map

Afternoon

Roma Norte Neighborhood Walk$$~3 hrs

Walk Roma Norte's tree-lined streets for cafes, galleries, and Art Deco charm

$25 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr; cafes busiest on weekends 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Mexico City

Roma Norte / Condesa / Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Hotel Histórico Central $70-100/nightCasa Comtesse $50-80/nightCondesa Hotel $65-95/night

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Mexico City → Oaxaca

2h 30m ~$55 Direct 1h22m flight to Oaxaca - quickest way south

Oaxaca

Oaxaca 4 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗

Day 9 Thu, Jul 9 Full Oaxaca View on map

Morning

Monte Albán Archaeological Site$~5 hrs

Explore Monte Albán's mountaintop Zapotec pyramids overlooking Oaxaca Valley

$11 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr (dry, clear views); open 8am-5pm 📍 Map

Afternoon

Hierve el Agua Natural Pools$~5 hrs

Swim in cliff-edge mineral pools above petrified waterfalls at Hierve el Agua

$4 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr (dry season, clear views); access can close during community disputes 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Oaxaca

Centro / Zócalo

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Travelers book: Hotel Central $45-75/nightCasa Angel Youth Hostel $25-45/nightOaxaca Real Hotel $50-80/night

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Day 10 Fri, Jul 10 Moderate Oaxaca View on map

Morning

Mezcal production at a traditional palenque in Oaxaca

Traditional Mezcal Distillery Visit$$~4 hrs

Tour a family-owned mezcal palenque and taste artisanal expressions

$45 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round; production peaks Nov-Mar 📍 Map

Afternoon

Geometric stone fretwork mosaics at Mitla ruins

Mitla Archaeological Site$~2 hrs

Explore Mitla's palatial ruins famous for intricate geometric stone mosaics

$11 Verified Mar 2026 Best Nov-Apr; open 8am-5pm daily 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Oaxaca

Centro / Zócalo

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Travelers book: Hotel Central $45-75/nightCasa Angel Youth Hostel $25-45/nightOaxaca Real Hotel $50-80/night

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Guadalajara

Guadalajara 3 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗

Day 11 Sat, Jul 11 Full Guadalajara View on map

Morning

Neoclassical courtyard of Instituto Cultural Cabañas in Guadalajara

Instituto Cultural Cabañas (UNESCO Site)$~2h 30m

Admire Orozco's murals in this UNESCO-listed neoclassical cultural center

$6 Verified Mar 2026 Year-round indoor; free on Tuesdays 📍 Map

Afternoon

Estadio Akron — FIFA World Cup 2026$$$~5 hrs

Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match at Guadalajara's 48,000-seat Estadio Akron

$120 FIFA World Cup Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2026 only 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Guadalajara

Centro / Chapalita

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Travelers book: Holiday Inn Centro Histórico $70-100/nightDe Mendoza Hotel $50-80/nightChapalita Suites $55-85/night

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Guadalajara → Monterrey

8h ~$55 Primera Plus or ETN bus from Guadalajara to Monterrey (8h)

Monterrey

Monterrey 3 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗

Day 12 Sun, Jul 12 Full Monterrey View on map

Morning

Macroplaza & Faro del Comercio$~2 hrs

Stroll one of the world's largest public plazas with its iconic green-laser tower

Year-round; cooler months Nov–Apr preferred. Faro del Comercio laser runs nightly. 📍 Map

Afternoon

Estadio BBVA — FIFA World Cup 2026$$$~5 hrs

Watch a FIFA World Cup 2026 match at Monterrey's striking 53,500-seat Estadio BBVA

$130 FIFA World Cup Jun 11 – Jul 19, 2026 only 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in Monterrey

Centro / San Pedro Garza García / Valle Oriente

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Travelers book: Fiesta Americana Monterrey Pabellón M $50-90/night

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San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende 2 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗

Day 13 Mon, Jul 13 Full San Miguel de Allende View on map

Morning

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel$~1h 30m

Visit the iconic pink Parroquia church on San Miguel's main plaza

Best Nov-Apr; illuminated beautifully at night 📍 Map

Afternoon

Fabrica La Aurora Art & Design Complex$~2 hrs

Browse artist studios and galleries in a converted textile factory

Year-round indoor; Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm 📍 Map

🏨 Hotel in San Miguel de Allende

Centro Histórico

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Travelers book: Rosewood San Miguel de Allende $200-400/nightNido Rooms & Suites $60-100/nightCasa Schuck Boutique Hotel $80-120/night

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Day 14 Tue, Jul 14 San Miguel de Allende

Checkout & Depart

Check out of your hotel, grab a final breakfast, and head to the airport. Safe travels from San Miguel de Allende!

Where You’ll Stay

Estimated total: $728–$1,092

Hotel in Mexico City Mexico City 8 nights · $75/night

Hotel in Oaxaca Oaxaca 2 nights · $55/night

Hotel in Guadalajara Guadalajara 1 night · $60/night

Hotel in Monterrey Monterrey 1 night · $55/night

Hotel in San Miguel de Allende San Miguel de Allende 1 night · $85/night

Trip Budget Estimate

$1,821 estimated total per person

$130 per day

Lodging $910

Activities $801

Transport $110

Estimates based on listed activity prices and hotel rates. Actual costs vary by season, availability, and personal spending.

Typical range for Mexico

$560 – $4,200 per person for 14 days

Budget: $40/day — Hostels, street food, colectivos Mid-range: $100/day — Boutique hotels, restaurants, ADO buses Luxury: $300/day — Haciendas, fine dining, private guides

Similar Destinations

Similar vibes, fewer crowds — destinations our algorithm rates as close matches to Mexico.

🧳 Practical Info for Mexico

📄 Visa: Visa-free for US, EU, UK, CA, AU, JP citizens for up to 180 days. FMM tourist card issued on arrival.
💵 Tipping: 10–15% tip standard at restaurants. Tip gas station attendants, bag handlers, and hotel staff small amounts in pesos.
💱 Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN). Cards accepted in cities and tourist areas; carry cash for street vendors, markets, and small towns.
🔌 Power: 127V, Type A/B plugs. US/CA devices work without adapter; EU/UK travelers need one.
📶 Connectivity: Buy a local SIM (Telcel has best coverage). Good signal in cities; rural and mountain areas may have gaps.
🚨 Emergency: 911 (general emergency)

🚌 Getting Around Mexico

🚌 Bus

ADO first-class buses connect Mexico City, Oaxaca, and Yucatan cities comfortably. Book on ado.com.mx.

🚇 Metro

Mexico City's metro is extensive and costs ~$0.25 per ride. Avoid rush hours.

✈️ Flight

Volaris and VivaAerobus offer budget flights between distant cities like Mexico City and Cancun ($30-80).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mexico safe for tourists?

Popular tourist areas (Mexico City, Oaxaca, Yucatán, Puerto Vallarta) are generally safe. Use common sense, avoid isolated areas at night, and check travel advisories for specific regions.

What is the best time to visit Mexico?

November-April (dry season) is ideal. Mexico City and Oaxaca are great year-round. Caribbean coast has a hurricane season June-November.

How much does a week in Mexico cost?

Budget: $40-60/day. Mid-range: $80-150/day. Luxury: $300+/day. Street food tacos cost $0.50-2 each — some of the best food in the world.

Do I need a visa for Mexico?

US, EU, UK, CA, AU citizens can visit visa-free for up to 180 days. An FMM tourist card is issued on arrival.

Should I drink tap water in Mexico?

No — drink bottled or purified water. Most restaurants use purified water and ice. Avoid tap water even for brushing teeth in rural areas.