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The 13 Best Day Trips from Xochimilco
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 13 good day trips from Xochimilco, Mexico, led by Mexico City, Puebla, Ecatepec de Morelos. The closest is Álvaro Obregón, about 25 min by car, and 11 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Xochimilco at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | 19 km N | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Puebla | 97 km E | 1 hr 30 min | Full-day trip |
| Ecatepec de Morelos | 39 km N | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Gustavo Adolfo Madero | 27 km N | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl | 19 km NE | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Naucalpan de Juárez | 29 km NW | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Álvaro Obregón | 16 km NW | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Tlalnepantla | 33 km N | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Cuautitlán Izcalli | 45 km N | 50 min | Half-day trip |
| Toluca | 58 km W | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Ciudad López Mateos | 37 km NW | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Cuernavaca | 39 km S | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Ixtapaluca | 24 km E | 35 min | Half-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Xochimilco
- 1
Mexico City, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car19 km north of Xochimilco1 hr round tripWhat 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: Azcapotzalco, Iztacalco.
- 2
Puebla, Mexico
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 30 min by car97 km east of Xochimilco3 hr round tripKnown for Benito Juárez.
- 3
Ecatepec de Morelos, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car39 km north of Xochimilco1 hr 30 min round tripKnown for 100 años del ejercito mexicano.
- 4
Gustavo Adolfo Madero, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car27 km north of Xochimilco1 hr 20 min round tripKnown for Barrio Chino.
- 5
Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car19 km north-east of Xochimilco1 hr round trip - 6
Naucalpan de Juárez, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car29 km north-west of Xochimilco1 hr 30 min round tripKnown for Barrio Chino.
- 7
Álvaro Obregón, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car16 km north-west of Xochimilco50 min round trip - 8
Tlalnepantla, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car33 km north of Xochimilco1 hr 20 min round trip - 9
Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 50 min by car45 km north of Xochimilco1 hr 40 min round trip - 10
Toluca, Mexico
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car58 km west of Xochimilco2 hr 10 min round trip - 11
Ciudad López Mateos, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car37 km north-west of Xochimilco1 hr 30 min round trip - 12
Cuernavaca, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car39 km south of Xochimilco1 hr 30 min round trip - 13
Ixtapaluca, Mexico
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car24 km east of Xochimilco1 hr 10 min round trip
A sample day trip: Xochimilco to Mexico City
A realistic pace for Mexico City, 19 km from Xochimilco. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Xochimilco
- 09:00Arrive in Mexico City (30 min drive)
- 09:15Constitution Plaza
- 11:15Lunch
- 12:30Palacio de Bellas Artes
- 14:15Frida Kahlo Museum
- 15:45Head back to Xochimilco
- 16:15Home in Xochimilco
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Xochimilco?
- The best day trips from Xochimilco are Mexico City, Puebla, Ecatepec de Morelos, Gustavo Adolfo Madero, Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl. The closest is Álvaro Obregón, about 25 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Xochimilco?
- Álvaro Obregón is the closest, 16 km north-west of Xochimilco, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Xochimilco?
- 11 places are within about an hour's drive of Xochimilco: Álvaro Obregón (25 min), Mexico City (30 min), Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl (30 min), Ixtapaluca (35 min), Gustavo Adolfo Madero (40 min), Naucalpan de Juárez (45 min).
- What is the biggest city near Xochimilco for a day out?
- Mexico City is the largest city in day-trip range, 19 km north of Xochimilco and about 30 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Xochimilco?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Puebla at 97 km, around 1 hr 30 min by car.
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