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Activities for Kids in Mexico City

Activities for Kids in Mexico City

Mexico City is full of stimulating, fun, and welcoming places for families traveling with young children. Below is a selection of recommended options for outdoor play, museums, parks, and food that both adults and little ones can enjoy.

Kid-Friendly Tours in Mexico City

by Walk Mexico

At Walk Mexico, we offer specially designed tours for families traveling with children ages 5 to 11.
These experiences are playful, interactive, and thoughtfully paced to keep kids engaged while exploring the rich culture, history, and everyday life of Mexico City. Whether we're visiting a castle, tasting local treats, or wandering through colorful neighborhoods, our storytelling and hands-on activities make learning fun — for both kids and grown-ups.

Let your family discover the city in a way that sparks curiosity, imagination, and joy.

🌳 Outdoor Spaces and Parks

  • Parque México & Parque España (Condesa)

    Wide, shaded spaces ideal for walking, biking, or playing. There are areas with playgrounds, slides, and swings. Plenty of families with kids and pets visit on weekends.

  • Parque Lincoln (Polanco)

    In addition to its playground and fountains, on Sundays you can watch little boats sailing in the reflecting pools. There are many family-friendly cafes nearby.

  • Chapultepec Forest (Sections 1 & 2)

    One of the largest urban parks in the world. Recommended:

    • Visit the zoo and paddle in the lake boats

    • Explore the Museum of Natural History

    • Walk around Los Pinos (former presidential residence)

    • Visit the Children's Museum (Papalote Museo del Niño) and the Aztlán amusement park

  • Parque Bicentenario (Azcapotzalco)

    Huge and peaceful, with bike paths, picnic areas, a sensory garden, and even a butterfly pavilion. There's a playground and enough shade to rest.

🖼️ Museums and Cultural Activities

  • Papalote Museo del Niño

  • A classic! Designed for kids with interactive and hands-on exhibits. Ideal for ages 3 and up.

  • Museo de Arte Popular

    Very visual and full of color. Great to introduce kids to Mexican crafts and traditions. Not too big, so they won’t get too tired.

  • Universum – UNAM Science Museum

    South of the city, full of interactive science experiences. There’s a space for young children and various exhibits that encourage curiosity.

  • Soumaya & Jumex Museums (Polanco)

    While not specifically for children, their architecture and collections are striking and often engaging for little ones (short visits recommended). Jumex has a terrace café and workshop space.

  • Palacio de Bellas Artes

  • Museo Nacional de Arte MUNAL

    • Free concerts are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 a.m.

  • Franz Mayer

  • Museo de arte contemporáneo JUMEX

  • Museo de Arte Moderno MAM

  • Museo del juguete antiguo México

  • Museo del Chocolate MUCHO

  • Museo Interactivo de Economía MIDE

    • Teaches children about economics in a playful way

  • Museo de Arte Popular

  • Museo de Cera

  • Museo del Objeto del Objeto MODO

  • Museo Anahuacalli

  • Museo Casa Estudio Diego Rivera

  • Museo Frida Kahlo Casa Azul

*Some of these museums offer activities and workshops for children related to their exhibitions (Check each museum's schedule for details).

🍽️ Family-Friendly Cafés and Restaurants

  • Lalo! (Roma Norte)

    Colorful and casual, with a kids' menu and open space. Great breakfast spot.

  • El Cardenal (Centro or Polanco)

    Traditional Mexican cuisine with excellent service. High chairs available and welcoming for families.

  • Eno (Polanco)

    A small terrace at Jumex Museum. Tasty and kid-friendly options in a calm setting.

  • Lonchería María Isabel (Polanco)

    Casual spot for quesadillas and fresh juices. Near parks and pedestrian-friendly streets.

  • La Ventanita – Panadería Rosetta (Roma Norte)

    A small window for takeaway pastries. Walk to a nearby park or plaza to enjoy.

🧸 Play Spaces and Indoor Fun

  • MockoCity (Polanco)

    Ball pit, costumes, painting, no screens. Ideal for ages 6 months to 8 years.

  • JoyLab (Condesa)

    Inspired by Waldorf and Montessori philosophies. Calm, aesthetic environment for sensory play and exploration.

  • Kuali Kuali (Nápoles)

    Indoor playground + café. Sandbox, slide, role play zones. Option to leave children with a nanny while parents relax.

  • Bok Ludoteca (Polanco & South CDMX)

    Clean, safe, creative environments. Play and art areas, with food options for adults.

  • Pacalaka (San Ángel)

    Thoughtful design by age group, trained staff. Near the San Ángel Saturday art market.

ACTIVITIES AND SUGGESTIONS FOCUSED ON CHILDREN

  • KidZania: www.kidzania.com

  • Granja de las Américas

  • Aztlán (Chapultepec Amusement Park)

  • Six Flags

  • Trampolines

    • Jump-In: Plaza Zentralia. Río Churubusco 1072, Iztacalco

  • Boliche:

  • Minigolf

    • Metrópoli Golf Center (av. Patriotismo 229, San Pedro de los Pinos)

  • Patinaje en hielo

    • Pista de Hielo Pabellón Bosques, La Pista (Periférico sur

  • Lucha Libre

    • Arena México. Dr. Lavista 197, Colonia Doctores

 
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