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The 11 Best Day Trips from Tlalpan

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 11 good day trips from Tlalpan, Mexico, led by Mexico City, Puebla, Ecatepec de Morelos. The closest is Mexico City, about 25 min by car, and 10 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Tlalpan at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Mexico City15 km N25 minHalf-day trip
Puebla104 km E1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Ecatepec de Morelos36 km N40 minHalf-day trip
Gustavo Adolfo Madero23 km N35 minHalf-day trip
Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl19 km NE30 minHalf-day trip
Cuautitlán Izcalli39 km N45 minHalf-day trip
Toluca52 km W1 hrHalf-day trip
Ciudad López Mateos31 km N35 minHalf-day trip
Cuernavaca42 km S50 minHalf-day trip
Ixtapaluca29 km E45 minHalf-day trip
Tláhuac17 km E25 minHalf-day trip

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Tlalpan

  1. 1

    Mexico City, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car15 km north of Tlalpan50 min round trip

    What travelers see in Mexico City

    • Constitution Plaza - Experience the heart of Mexico City, surrounded by stunning architecture, museums, and an energetic atmosphere reflecting Mexico's rich history and culture.
    • Palacio de Bellas Artes - Admire the stunning architecture and vibrant cultural performances at this iconic concert hall and opera house, a rich testament to Mexico's artistic heritage.
    • Frida Kahlo Museum - Step into the world of iconic artist Frida Kahlo and explore her life, art, and legacy in the beautiful blue house where she was born and lived.

    Also nearby: Naucalpan de Juárez, Tlalnepantla, Azcapotzalco.

    18 traveler itinerariesThings to do in Mexico City
  2. 2

    Puebla, Mexico

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car104 km east of Tlalpan3 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for Benito Juárez.

    Also nearby: Cholula.

  3. 3

    Ecatepec de Morelos, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car36 km north of Tlalpan1 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 100 años del ejercito mexicano.

  4. 4

    Gustavo Adolfo Madero, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car23 km north of Tlalpan1 hr 10 min round trip

    Known for Barrio Chino.

  5. 5

    Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car19 km north-east of Tlalpan1 hr round trip
  6. 6

    Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car39 km north of Tlalpan1 hr 30 min round trip
  7. 7

    Toluca, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car52 km west of Tlalpan2 hr round trip
  8. 8

    Ciudad López Mateos, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car31 km north of Tlalpan1 hr 10 min round trip
  9. 9

    Cuernavaca, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car42 km south of Tlalpan1 hr 40 min round trip
  10. 10

    Ixtapaluca, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car29 km east of Tlalpan1 hr 30 min round trip
  11. 11

    Tláhuac, Mexico

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car17 km east of Tlalpan50 min round trip

A sample day trip: Tlalpan to Mexico City

A realistic pace for Mexico City, 15 km from Tlalpan. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 08:30Leave Tlalpan
  2. 08:55Arrive in Mexico City (25 min drive)
  3. 09:10Constitution Plaza
  4. 11:10Lunch
  5. 12:25Palacio de Bellas Artes
  6. 14:10Frida Kahlo Museum
  7. 15:40Head back to Tlalpan
  8. 16:05Home in Tlalpan

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Tlalpan?
The best day trips from Tlalpan are Mexico City, Puebla, Ecatepec de Morelos, Gustavo Adolfo Madero, Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl. The closest is Mexico City, about 25 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Tlalpan?
Mexico City is the closest, 15 km north of Tlalpan, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Tlalpan?
10 places are within about an hour's drive of Tlalpan: Mexico City (25 min), Tláhuac (25 min), Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl (30 min), Gustavo Adolfo Madero (35 min), Ixtapaluca (45 min), Ciudad López Mateos (35 min).
How far is too far for a day trip from Tlalpan?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Puebla at 104 km, around 1 hr 40 min by car.

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